Restaurant execs share successful mobile campaign stories

by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com

Brands execs are finding success from mobile campaigns by using gamification, loyalty, payments and other features.

Steady optimism rises from the NRA Show floor

by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com

Most exhibitors agreed this year’s traffic provided better quality leads.

Cheese prices continue gradual decline

by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com

Gas prices remain steady for the past few weeks.

Plenty of new product launches expected at the National Restaurant Association Show

by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com

Mobile and digital continue to be top trends, as does integrated technology solutions.

The top online ordering trends to help grow your restaurant

by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com

An online customer is more likely to re-order within 60 days than a walk-in customer, simply because the platform is more accessible.

The difference between ‘OK’ and ‘delightful’ restaurant experiences

by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com

Those who rate their experience a 5 out of 5 on satisfaction are eight times more likely to recommend the restaurant than those who rated it a 4 out of 5.

Convenience, customization behind the rise of take-and-bake concepts

Carryout concepts are in step with consumers' time-pressed demands and startup costs are lower than traditional units.

Wheat prices spike nearly 50 cents in a week

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Gas prices starting to fall after spring peak.

5 mobile mistakes to avoid on your restaurant's website

If you have a Flash website you're likely missing out on traffic from mobile users and search engine users.

Patxi's takes a cue from customers to mark 10 years

Pizza concepts have added variety and have stepped up their quality of ingredients, CEO says.

Cheese prices finally show some relief

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Papa Murphy's makes its debut on the stock market.

Domino's digital sales flirt with 50 percent

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Unlike other concepts, weather positively influenced the chain's business during Q1.

Fast casual heats up restaurant industry with 11 percent growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

More QSRs and full-service restaurants are expected to realign their formats to compete more aggressively.

Yum Brands CFO: Digital ordering channels grow top line and profits

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

In China, sales from digital channels are between 70 and 80 percent; and 25 to 30 percent come from mobile.

Wheat, cheese prices hold steady

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Yum! Brands hits a new 52-week high after its Q1 earnings report.

Pizza Hut approaching digital with 'high sense of urgency'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Despite a new product launch, U.S. sales were down 5 percent in Q1.

Successful social media strategies rely on experimentation

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Consumers want to see and share photos, particularly those that are relevant to the business.

Why mystery shopping is still critical in the age of big data

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Mystery shoppers provide a different level of feedback than customers; don't discount either channel.

Gas prices reach 13-month high

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Wheat is 17 cents higher than a week ago.

Restaurant industry still in the gluten-free honeymoon phase

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

As Celiac Awareness Month approaches, one industry expert predicts the diet's growth will continue for the next few years.