Soldier wins 2 key rulings in suit with Subway over terminated leases

October 25, 2009

A former U.S. Army reservist who sued Subway Real Estate Corp. for selling his two Dallas-area Subway restaurants has won two important parts of his legal…

Pretzelmaker intros LTO Pumpkin Spice Pretzel

October 25, 2009

Pretzelmaker has announced that the company is introducing a new pretzel flavor for fall — Pumpkin Spice. Available for a limited time, the specialty pretzel…

First 'green' Arby's store achieves Silver LEED certification

October 20, 2009

Arby's first eco-friendly restaurant, located in Magnolia, Texas, was recently awarded Silver Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification from…

Part II: Stacking up to McDonald's

QSRweb.com takes a look at how the smaller chains have fared during the recession.

Subway sues Las Vegas restaurant for trademark infringement

October 19, 2009

Doctor's Associates Inc., franchisor of Subway, has filed suit in Nevada against Las Vegas pizza and sandwich shop Subway Avenue for trademark infringement.

Stacking up to McDonald's

If the burger giant won the recession, how did the other QSRs fare?

Mr. Goodcents Subs & Pastas implements SecureConnect PCI compliance solution

October 14, 2009

Mr. Goodcents Subs & Pastas has taken steps to clear up PCI compliance concerns among its franchisees as owner/operators, who were given differing…

Wendy's/Arby's to focus on international growth

October 11, 2009

Wendy's/Arby's Group Inc. has announced organizational changes in its international subsidiary as part of the company's strategic initiative to further develop…

Arby's customers raise $2.1 million for charities

October 11, 2009

Arby's restaurants across the United States raised $2.1 million for Big Brothers Big Sisters, the Arby's Foundation and other local youth-mentoring…

Subway $5 footlong continues to drive sales

October 11, 2009

Subway has done well despite the down economy thanks to its emphasis on value — with its $5 footlong — as well as health, Jeff Moody, CEO of the Subway…

NexCen names Lane new chief accounting officer

October 8, 2009

NexCen Brands Inc. has announced the appointment of Brian D. Lane as vice president, chief accounting officer. He will report to Mark Stanko, chief financial…

Arby's franchise switches to healthier cooking oil

October 8, 2009

While many restaurant chains, including Arby's, have made the switch to trans fat-free cooking oils, one local Richmond, Va.-based Arby's franchise is taking…

Blimpie Subs intros dinner deals

October 7, 2009

Blimpie America's Sub Shop has introduced a new dinner-time tiered menu to offer customers more affordable prices. Blimpie locations nationwide now feature new…

Gold Star Chili adds LTO $5.99 burrito combos

October 6, 2009

Gold Star Chili continues to stay focused on new ways to deliver great food and real value by adding $5.99 Burrito Combos to its menu offerings. Gold Star…

Prepare now for economic recovery

Experts predict the turnaround will take some time, but QSRs need to do their homework to be ready.

Arby's value spurs Gen Y online buzz

October 4, 2009

Value is a conversation driver for consumers ages 22 to 29, known as early careerists, according to a report from J.D. Power and Associates. The 2009 Teens and…

Subway continues partnership with Shamrock Farms

October 4, 2009

Subway signs partnership with NBC Sports

The deal will feature Subway brand messaging during football, hockey and other 2010 sporting events.

Subway crowns top sandwich artist

September 30, 2009

The recent 2009 Subway Convention in Washington, D.C., included a contest to find its best and fastest sandwich artist.   The 2009 Subway Sub Jammers…

Arby's launches $5.01 combo meals

September 29, 2009

Arby's has launched a new round of combos aimed at drawing more consumers drawn to the $5 price point. Priced at $5.01 — with the tagline "Worth every penny" …