Major franchise growth on hold from uncertainty on Capitol Hill

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Franchisees cite uncertainty of tax policies, cost of implementing new health care rules and rising cost of energy as major concerns for the coming year.

How to share your good menu news in 2013

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

There are now several mobile apps restaurants can use to communicate their allergy-friendly menus to consumers.

Commentary: Rising consumer interest in food makes 2013 look prosperous

December 20, 2012

People will find ways to discuss, experiment and dabble in the world of food, no matter what their financial situation.

Former CiCi's Pizza COO takes the lead at MOOYAH

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

December 20, 2012

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries, and Shakes announced Wednesday that Bill Spae, former COO and CDO of CiCi's Pizza, is its new president and CEO. Spae takes the lead at…

Uncle Maddio's giving away iPad Mini

December 20, 2012

Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint is giving away an iPad Mini to one lucky fan. To enter for a chance to win, customers can stop by any Uncle Maddio's location…

Chuck E. Cheese unveils new interactive website

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

December 20, 2012

In an effort to shift its marketing focus to parents, Chuck E. Cheese offers the ability to pre-plan visits to its restaurants.

China's restaurant visits up by double digits in Q3

December 20, 2012

The NPD Group just released its third quarter global restaurant industry report, which reflects each's geography's economy. For example, during Q3, China…

The workforce structure debate of 2013: part time vs. full time

by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob

Several elements will cause employers to revisit their workforce structure in 2013, including growth, regulation changes and labor cost increases.

Can innovation salvage Darden Restaurants?

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Innovation always guarantees an increase in shareholder value, as well as highly motivated employees.

NCR Aloha integrates with E la Carte's tablets to enhance restaurant experience

December 19, 2012

E la Carte, developer of the Presto tablet tableside ordering system for the hospitality industry, announced that it has entered into a strategic agreement…

Patxi's Pizza provides local marketing support for fundraising campaign

December 19, 2012

Patxi's Pizza announced that its "52 Weeks of Giving" community fundraising program raised more than $83,000 in 2012. This is up from $55,000 raised in 2011.

Noble Roman's expands its take-n-bake model

December 19, 2012

Noble Roman's Inc., the Indianapolis-based franchisor of Noble Roman's Pizza and Tuscano's Italian Style Subs, opened its second standalone take-n-bake…

PizzaMarketplace.com Top 100 Movers & Shakers, No. 35: Chuck E. Cheese

December 19, 2012

PizzaMarketplace.com Top 100 Movers & Shakers, No. 35: Chuck E. Cheese, Irving, Texas

Experts predict 2013 restaurant trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Expect mobile and human resources technology to grow significantly.

Restaurant brands rank high on Entrepreneur's 2013 franchise list

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The results of this year's list show that franchising is on the upswing after several tough years.

Dinner daypart traffic down across restaurant segments

December 18, 2012

A promising start to 2012 for U.S. restaurant traffic was followed by slow spring and summer quarters. The result is a lackluster, yet stable industry…

Detroit's Happy's Pizza headed to Cincinnati

December 18, 2012

Detroit-based Happy's Pizza is planning to open "at least three" new restaurants in the Cincinnati market. According to the Cincinnati Business Journal, the…

Irish Domino's system raises money for children's hospice

December 18, 2012

Domino's Pizza outlets throughout Northern Ireland have been collecting spare change through rounded up orders to donate to the Northern Ireland Children's…

Cheers: NRA, Technomic partner to share latest trends in alcohol

December 18, 2012

The National Restaurant Association has partnered with Technomic to provide restaurant operators with information about how they can add adult beverages to…

Papa John's donation lowers ticket price for Louisville's bowl game

December 18, 2012

Louisville, Ky.-based Papa John's has made a donation to the University of Louisville to help offset high ticket prices for the Sugar Bowl BCS game in New…