Part II: Have QSRs blurred the line with fast casual eateries?

Upscale decor, premium offerings and improved customer service help the segment compete.

McDonald's may take breakfast dollar menu nationwide

November 9, 2009

Quick-service brands continue to fight for consumers' dollars by enticing them with various value promotions. With U.S. same-store sales flat for October…

Have QSRs blurred the line with fast casual eateries?

As fast food brands fight to compete with the perceived higher-quality of fast casual eateries, which differentiators matter? Part I.

No wraps for McDonald's U.K. stores

November 8, 2009

As McDonald's Corp. looks to add menu items to its United Kingdom locations, the company also must keep a mind on keeping their preparation quick.   According…

Reports detail call to restaurants to double fresh produce use

November 1, 2009

In July, the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) announced that foodservice industry leaders had set a goal to double the use of fresh produce in the…

Dairy Queen boosts beverage sales with Happy Hour drink deals

The chain has seen an uptick in incremental traffic and afternoon food sales at stores that offer the program.

Consumer perception boosted by QSR marketing

October 28, 2009

Brand loyalty for the top quick-service restaurant chains has leaped dramatically over the past 30 days, giving them their highest consumer perception scores…

McDonald's a popular search for Blackberry, iPhone owners

October 21, 2009

Recent research into smart-phone users searches by Boston start-up uLocate Communications has found correlations between users of different brands and what…

Sonic traffic flat, comps down 4.5% for Q4

October 20, 2009

Sonic Corp. has announced systemwide same-store sales were down 4.5 percent for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended Aug. 31 versus a decline of 0.…

Stacking up to McDonald's

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

QSRs target India for growth

October 15, 2009

India is the new hot international growth property for quick-service restaurants. For example, Yum! Brands Inc. executives said in the company's recent…

Carl's Jr. continues to be hit by high unemployment in Calif.

October 13, 2009

CKE Restaurants Inc. has announced that Carl's Jr. continues to be impacted by high unemployment in California, where most of the chain's company-owned stores…

Q&A: QSR recruiting trending on Twitter

Chris Reed of Talent Revolution discusses how the social media tool is getting more attention as a means to attract more talent.

Poll finds Americans split on ads mentioning recession

October 13, 2009

As economic woes continue, companies have to decide how to deal with the issue of the recession in their advertising. Some ignore it and find different ways to…

Culver's, A&W focus on meals $4 or less

October 13, 2009

Subway introduced the $5 price point last year with its successful footlong campaign, and quick-service brands, from Blimpie Subs to KFC, were quick to follow…

Research & Markets adds Carl's Jr. benchmark analysis

October 12, 2009

Research and Markets has announced the addition of Restaurant Research LLC's new report "Carl's Jr. Concept Benchmark Analysis" to their offerings.   The…

Prepare now for economic recovery

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

McDonald's grows its social media presence

October 1, 2009

Always careful about its brand messaging, McDonald's has been slow to enter the Twitter-sphere. Unlike other brands that got onto the social media site early…

Restaurant performance down again for August

September 29, 2009

Restaurant industry performance softened in August, as the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index of restaurant activity posted a modest decline…

Internet Marketing and the Social Media (Slides)

Industry leaders provide vital information regarding the use of the Internet and Social Media to aid in your restaurant's growth. Download the slides from…

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