US restaurant traffic increases after January decline

March 25, 2022

Online and physical restaurant traffic was up 2% and consumer spend jumped up 8% in February, compared to a year ago, according to The NPD Group.

Plant Power Fast Food opens in Los Angeles

March 23, 2022

Vegan fast food chain Plant Power Fast Food has opened a Los Angeles location in the heart of Hollywood, California. It's the 11th Plant Power location and…

Skykit Announces Real-Time Dashboard Connections to Support Workplace Experience and Employee Engagement

Skykit is improving how companies communicate key business data with employees through digital signage. Dashboard Connections are now available as a Skykit…

McDonald's corp stores likely won't reopen in Russia any time soon

March 21, 2022

It's unlikely the now shuttered McDonald's locations in Russia will reopen in quick fashion once the Russian war on Ukraine ends.

Taco Bell celebrates anniversary with exclusive team member gear

March 21, 2022

The Taco Bell in Downey California is celebrating its 60th birthday.

Restaurant seating is more than just a place to sit

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Seating plays an important part in a restaurant's overall design and aesthetic.

Using Your Tech Stack as a Cross-Selling Powerhouse

See how using a data-drive cross-selling platform moves your POS to the next level. By offering more customized upsell suggestions, you can increase your…

McDonald's, other QSRs can't shut down all Russian business

March 18, 2022

McDonald's and other QSR chains in Russia haven't quite ceased operations yet. That's because some franchisees refuse to shut their doors, according to a…

Pincho, Hattie B’s tapping Thanx hidden menu capability

March 18, 2022

Florida-based burger and kebab concept Pincho and Nashville-based Hattie B's Hot Chicken are deploying hidden menus to diners by tapping Thanx Loyalty 3.…

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard to open first casino location

March 16, 2022

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard will open its first casino shop at the Rivers Casino Philadelphia on March 20, as part of Rita's strategy to expand…

Pollo Campero has long tradition of unique food, successful operations

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Pollo Campero had a record year in 2021. Blas Escarcega, director of franchise development, explains what's behind the Central American concept and how it is…

2023 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards applications now open

March 14, 2022

Applications are being accepted for Chick-fil-A's 2023 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards. The awards are given to 46 non-profits across the U.S., Puerto Rico…

London Burger King goes fully vegan in trial run

March 14, 2022

Burger King's Leicester Square location in London has gone entirely vegan until April 10 to determine if there's a demand for fully vegan locations, according…

Russian McDonald’s fan protests store closing in unique way

March 14, 2022

A Russian man isn't too happy that McDonald's is closing locations in Russia due to Russia's war on Ukraine.

Panda Express latest QSR ceasing Russian support

March 10, 2022

Panda Express is ceasing all corporate support to its three franchise locations in Russia in response to the Russian war against Ukraine.

Burger King suspends all corporate support to Russian franchisee

March 10, 2022

Burger King has suspended corporate support to its Russian market which is managed by a local master franchisee, according to a press release.

Omnibus 2022 budget won't restore employee retention tax credit

March 9, 2022

Congress has reached bipartisan agreement on a $1.5 trillion omnibus package to fund the government, according to a report in The Hill.

McDonald’s shutters Russia locations on temporary basis

March 8, 2022

McDonald's is temporarily shuttering its nearly 850 stores in Russia and putting the brakes on operations as of today.

Long John Silver's reports positive sales growth, new leadership

March 8, 2022

Long John Silver's is reporting positive sales growth, partially due to new leadership, according to a press release.

Jack in the Box completes Del Taco acquisition

March 8, 2022

Jack in the Box has completed its acquisition of Del Taco Restaurants Inc. for approximately $585 million, according to a press release.