Many still reluctant to invest in social media

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 30, 2010

The simpler times of yesteryear included marketing plans that covered radio, television and public relations channels. Then came digital messaging. Now, chains…

Weighting it out: Americans ordering healthier items

November 29, 2010

Restaurants have certainly taken a fair share of the blame for our expanding waistlines, and politicians have called for some accountability with the impending…

Restaurant comps, traffic push RPI to highest level in three years

November 29, 2010

Fueled by improving same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) rose to its highest…

Panda Express rolls out major growth plan

November 28, 2010

Just last year, foodservice industry consultant Technomic called the Asian quick-service segment “under-realized.” Most Asian food business comes from…

Happy Meal ban under fire

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 11, 2010

A San Francisco vote last week to ban kids' meal toys if the food failed to meet stringent nutritional guidelines has conjured up a bit of a backlash.

Mintel outlines law-based opposition and opportunities for 2011 restaurants

November 10, 2010

Recapping a year that saw a new health bill pass with tangible implications for the foodservice industry, research company Mintel outlined five ways…

NPD: Family dining makes a comeback

November 9, 2010

Restaurant visits from families or parties with kids increased this past summer after three years of traffic declines, according to market research company The…

ADA reports on families' fast food consumption

November 8, 2010

The American Dietetic Association Foundation has released preliminary results of a new survey on family eating habits, attitudes and physical activity. The…

Unhappy meals in San Francisco

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 2, 2010

Come December, kids in San Francisco may be wondering if they got a visit from The Grinch.

Mintel: Consumer trends begin with long-term benefits

October 27, 2010

While consumers are still reeling from the aftershock of the global economic crisis, Mintel has predicted nine key consumer trends for the year ahead that…

Zagat: Customers want time limits on free restaurant Wi-Fi

October 26, 2010

Zagat Survey has released the results of its 2011 America's Top Restaurants guide, reporting the opinions and habits of more than 153,000 avid diners. The…

Back to the Basics: Burger growth expected at QSRs in 2011

October 4, 2010

A new report by RNCOS, a global market research analysis organization, predicts burger sales in the United States will grow by about 4 percent by the end of…

UK government pushes for voluntary menu labeling

September 26, 2010

Europe may chastise Americans for their wealth of fast food options, but it is also taking a cue from menu labeling laws soon to be enacted in the States.

Report offers insights to fast-growing Indian market

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September 21, 2010

A new report by RNCOS, a global market research analysis organization, shows that India is one of the fastest quick-service markets in the world with an annual…

New ad attacks McDonald's ... Is it fair?

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September 14, 2010

A new ad debuting in Washington, D.C. on Thursday points the finger at McDonald’s Corp. for an increase in heart disease.

Bojangles starts E-Club

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September 13, 2010

Bojangles’ World Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits customers can now receive news and special offers through its new E-Club. Just for joining, Bojangles will award…

Ice cream sales, trends are hot

September 6, 2010

Global ice cream sales have been hot this year, despite the tumultuous economy and slow restaurant numbers. According to Mintel Global Market Navigator, the…

Wendy's tests breakfast on home crowd

September 2, 2010

Wendy's has chosen its hometown to test out some new breakfast items, including sausage biscuits, bacon fire-roasted burritos, egg and cheese paninis, and…

McDonald's gets a jump start on breakfast

August 11, 2010

According to market research firm The NPD Group, breakfast accounted for nearly 60 percent of the restaurant industry's traffic increase throughout the past…

QSR breakfasts mostly resistant to inflation

August 9, 2010

As more quick-service restuarants join the breakfast club, a 2010 study by Intellaprice finds that most operators are conservative with their price points.