Loyalty has its rewards both for operators and customers

by Jitendra Gupta — Mobile CRM Director, Punchh

Punchh and RunningRestaurants.com conducted a survey recently that examined whether restaurant operators believed their social media marketing efforts worked.

PizzaRev founders take advantage of growing fast casual segment

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

"Chipotle"-like pizza concept leveraging both a quality product and speed of service.

Carmela's Pizzeria plans growth after acquisition by public company

January 4, 2013

Greenfield Farms Food Inc. has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent to acquire 100 percent of the equity interest in Ohio-based Carmela's Pizzeria.

Innovation exec from Chili's named as UNO CEO

January 4, 2013

UNO Restaurant Holdings Corporation today announced the appointment of Ian Baines as its new president and chief executive officer, effective Jan. 7.

How businesses will use online customer feedback in 2013

January 4, 2013

Savvy companies will use location-specific social reviews and alerts to quickly pinpoint trouble spots and react in a way best suited to deliver the best…

Blaze Pizza's executive chef recognized by Zagat

January 4, 2013

Blaze Pizza's Executive Chef Bradford Kent has been featured in Zagat's "Destination Pizzas: 10 Pies Worth a Trip" guide for his concept, Olio Pizzeria &…

Consumers redefining 'healthy eating' at restaurants

January 4, 2013

As consumers become more health conscious, their perceptions of what is considered "healthy eating" at restaurants are changing. According to new research from…

4 keys to increasing online ticket averages through suggestive selling

by Duessa Holscher — marketing, Granbury Restaurant Solutions

When the customer chooses to check out, it's a great opportunity to review their order and make a final suggestion for drinks, appetizers or desserts.

Papa John's offering BOGO pizza to loyalty members

January 3, 2013

Through Jan. 7, Papa John's is offering its Papa Rewards members a free pizza if they place another order of $12 or more.

Villa Enterprises eyes five new countries for expansion in 2013

January 3, 2013

As Villa Enterprises enters the New Year, a dozen new units are scheduled to open during the first quarter, and the company hopes to open concepts in five…

Domino's rewards customers who order through digital channels

January 3, 2013

Domino's Pizza is offering $5 in Domino's Dollars to any customer who orders two medium, two-topping pizzas for $5.99 each via the company's digital channels …

Tax agreement paves way for steady franchise growth

January 2, 2013

The International Franchise Association today applauded passage of H.R. 8, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, a bipartisan agreement to avert the…

Fitch: Stable outlook for US fast casuals, QSRs

January 2, 2013

The credit outlook for the U.S. restaurant industry remains stable for 2013, as restaurants adjust operating and financial strategies to manage challenging…

Zpizza daring guests to go beyond pepperoni

January 2, 2013

In honor of National Pizza Week, Jan. 7-12, zpizza is launching a national campaign called "Dare to Go Beyond Pepperoni" that challenges pizza lovers to…

PizzaMarketplace.com Top 100 Movers & Shakers, No. 31: Go Roma

January 2, 2013

Go Roma, located in the Chicago area, is an Italian fast casual restaurant that has been around since 2004. Its menu is loaded with gluten-free options. Jeff…

Snapfinger earns highest level of PCI compliance

December 31, 2012

ControlCase, provider of compliance, information security and risk management solutions, has certified restaurant food ordering and payment application…

NRA: Restaurant operators still uncertain about economy despite higher November same-store sales

December 31, 2012

Buoyed by positive same-store sales and customer traffic results, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) rose in November.…

Owner of Hawaii Taco Bells, Pizza Huts sells to PE firm

December 31, 2012

TD Food Group, which operates about 70 fast-food restaurants throughout Hawaii, is now under the ownership of the private equity firm, Nimes Capital. TD's…

PizzaMarketplace.com Top 100 Movers & Shakers, No. 32: Monical's

December 31, 2012

Bradley, Ill.-based Monical's Pizza is famous for its unique thin crust pizza, which has spices blended into the crust and is cut into small squares. The…

Dessert destinations: An opportunity for fast casual or only QSRs?

Fast casuals should do what they do best to conquer the dessert market — customize.