Canadian QSR group deploys MICROS solutions

March 28, 2013

MICROS Systems Inc., a provider of information technology solutions for the hospitality and retail industries, has announced the implementation of its…

Checkers' development veteran joins Captain D's team

March 28, 2013

Captain D's has named Michael Arrowsmith as its new chief development officer. Arrowsmith previously served as senior vice president of Development at Checkers…

Why restaurants must unite IT, Marketing departments to win customers

Close-knit teaming at all levels is paramount for digital excellence and a healthy return on those technology investments.

Have QSRs responded to demand for healthier items?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Q1 launches include smoothies, whole wheat pretzels and chicken McWraps.

Sonic chief credits daypart promotions, media efficiency for positive sales

March 27, 2013

Sonic released its second fiscal quarter results earlier this week, which included a company-owned same-store sales increase of 3.3 percent (without the…

Report: Restaurant sector boosts franchise growth

March 27, 2013

The International Franchise Association released its updated 2013 forecast today, which predicts that franchise businesses will continue to grow at a slightly…

Burger King franchisee acquires six Taco Bell units

March 27, 2013

GE Capital, Franchise Finance recently provided $11.3 million to Ghai Management Services, a Burger King franchisee. The funding was used for the acquisition…

Jersey Mike's donating all sales to charity today

March 27, 2013

Today marks Jersey Mike's "Day of Giving" and restaurants across the country will donate 100 percent of sales to 86 local charities as part of the campaign.

Wendy's introduces artisan flatbread sandwich platform

March 26, 2013

The chain will roll out a comprehensive marketing strategy that includes national TV advertising, digital and social media activities, a print campaign…

Popeyes recognizes top franchisees

March 26, 2013

Popeyes recently held its annual International Franchisee Conference in San Diego, where Harry Stafford, partner of Broford Corp., was named the chain's…

Culver's names new director of menu development

March 25, 2013

Kim Letizia has been named as director of Menu Development and executive chef at Culver's.

Report: Restaurant deals no longer driving traffic

March 25, 2013

With restaurant visits on a deal or discount down last year, it appears that restaurant customers may perceive the price of deals offered over a length of time…

Yum! Brands Inc. declares quarterly dividend

March 25, 2013

Yum! Brands Inc. has declared a dividend of $0.335 per share of common stock. The quarterly dividend will be distributed May 3 to shareholders of record at the…

Good Times launches first TV campaign in three years

March 25, 2013

Good Times Restaurants Inc. is breaking a new television campaign this week, its first in three years. The marketing message will focus on the "lengths Good…

LYFE Kitchen contract ensures LEED-certified restaurants

March 22, 2013

Shangri-La Industries has been appointed as project manager for LYFE Kitchen's expansion across the U.S.

TacoTime launches breakfast menu

March 22, 2013

In celebration of the introduction of its breakfast menu, TacoTime will host Free Breakfast Day from 8 to 10 a.m., April 5.

Concessions International names new business development leader

March 22, 2013

Atlanta-based Concessions International (CI), a foodservice concessionaire with operations in airports across the United States, announced the promotion of…

Restaurant chain growth returns to 2007 levels

March 21, 2013

Technomic today released its preliminary results from its annual report of the 500 largest U.S. restaurant chains. Among the top 10 fastest-growing restaurant…

Study claims NYC's proposed Styrofoam ban will add to foodservice costs

March 21, 2013

On the heels of a court ruling overturning the ban on large sodas, another proposal from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and his administration is under…

NRA marketing exec group sets spring conference lineup

March 21, 2013

The National Restaurant Association Marketing Executives Group (MEG) has announced its line-up of speakers for its spring conference in Chicago. May 15-17. The…