Popeyes simplifies PCI compliance with SecureConnect

June 23, 2009

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — Internet security and connectivity service provider SecureConnect has announced it has rolled out its comprehensive, turn-key solution to…

How KidsMealDeals.com connects families to restaurant specials

The site features operator-posted content with the option for Web site and Google Maps links.

NRA projects increase in summer 2009 employment

June 22, 2009

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Restaurant Association has released its employment projections for the summer of 2009. Nationally, eating and drinking places…

Dunkin' Donuts launches online, mobile group-ordering app

June 21, 2009

CANTON, Mass. — Dunkin' Donuts has unveiled its interactive Web site and iPhone application Dunkin' Run designed to enable ease of online group ordering, the…

Jack in the Box finds buyers for C-stores

June 21, 2009

SAN DIEGO — Jack in the Box Inc. has announced that it has entered into a purchase and sale agreement for 55 of its 61 Quick Stuff convenience stores and gas…

N.Y. county considers levying fast-food tax

June 21, 2009

Newsday: Nassau County, N.Y., has proposed adding a 2 percent fast-food tax in its budget plans for next year to combat falling revenues during the economic…

Court allows foodborne illness coverage in Taco Bell franchisee suit

June 18, 2009

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — The Superior Court of New Jersey has ruled in favor Taco Bell franchisees who had filed suit when their foodborne illness coverage was…

Dunkin' Brands continues with growth plans, CEO says

June 18, 2009

The Boston Globe: Dunkin' Brands CEO Nigel Travis, who left Papa John's Pizza in January, has outlined the company's growth plans as well as plans for…

In tough economic times, POS systems can help revenue

by Karen Sammon — President, PAR

Modern technology can automate the flow of data and content, allowing for easier analysis and increased efficiency.

New study muddies search for link between local food outlets, obesity

June 17, 2009

ScienceDaily: A day after American researchers said that obesity in children was not related to the proximity of fast food outlets, a Canadian study has…

Friedman Fleischer confirms sale of Church's Chicken

June 17, 2009

SAN FRANCISCO — Friedman Fleischer & Lowe LLC (FFL), a leading San Francisco-based private equity firm, has confirmed that an affiliate of the firm has…

KFC defendant in class action suit over coupon promo

June 17, 2009

LOS ANGELES — A class action suit has been filed against KFC, claiming the company reneged on an offer of a free grilled chicken meal. The offer, promoted on…

Woman in wheelchair tries to sue White Castle

June 15, 2009

Star Tribune (Minneapolis-St. Paul): After being refused service in a White Castle late-night drive-thru because she was not in a licensed motor vehicle, a…

Carrolls Restaurant Group investors sell common stock

June 15, 2009

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Carrols Restaurant Group Inc., parent Company of Carrols Corp., has announced that its long-time institutional investors, funds managed by…

Sale of NF Roasters boosts Nathan's Famous annual net

June 11, 2009

WESTBURY, N.Y. — Nathan's Famous Inc. has reported its sixth consecutive year of increased revenues and profits from continuing operations for its fiscal year…

Tim Hortons, Cold Stone extend co-branding test to Canada

June 11, 2009

OAKVILLE, Ontario — Tim Hortons Inc. and Kahala Corp, parent company of Cold Stone Creamery, have announced an extension of the companies' successful…

Ask the Experts: What is driving operators' interest in online ordering?

June 11, 2009

Online ordering has become commonplace in the pizza industry, but now quick-service restaurants are beginning to see the advantages of utililizing this…

Former Papa John's president joins Miami Subs Pizza & Grill

June 10, 2009

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Dan Holland, a former president of pizza chain Papa John's, has joined Miami Subs Pizza & Grill as director of global franchising…

U.S. senators craft compromise national menu labeling bill

June 10, 2009

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate supporters of competing menu-labeling legislation have come up with a compromise bill that has the support of the National Restaurant…

Wendy's/Arby's announces $550M private offering to repay debt

June 10, 2009

ATLANTA — Wendy's/Arby's Group Inc. has announced that its subsidiary, Wendy's International Holdings LLC (to be renamed Wendy's/Arby's Restaurants LLC), has…