Using technology to streamline your phone and delivery operations

by Shawn Chute — COO, Sutus

You need communications system that helps you manage the entire customer ordering experience; one that can generate the business data you need to implement the…

Study: American dining out habits changing

May 16, 2012

A recent study by Harris Interactive measured how much Americans are dining out to gauge whether or not economic recovery is occurring.

NRA 2012: Culinary Concepts Group

Eric Justice with Culinary Concepts Group discusses culinary trends in the restaurant space. Operators are focusing on authentic ethnic flavors that span from…

Mobile: What your customers are using

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Panel discusses trends in the table and delivery service spaces as they apply to restaurant strategies.

Commentary: Domino's Pizza's gluten-free Amber Alert

By Betsy Craig

Papa John's plans more UK units

May 15, 2012

Papa John's Pizza plans to expand its footprint in the UK from 185 to more than 200 by the end of this year.

Dude, where's my regs?

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Last July, the NRA and many other organizations suggested the FDA use flexibility for menu labeling stipulations as they apply to both chains and smaller…

Pizza Hut franchisee's promotions yield positive comps

May 14, 2012

Kansas-based NPC International Inc., the largest Pizza Hut franchisee in the country, reported results for its first fiscal quarter ended March 27. Highlights…

Little Caesars names new national creative agency

May 14, 2012

New York-based BFG 9000 has been named as Little Caesars' new creative agency after a "quiet" review, according to Ad Age.

Gas, wheat prices continue to fall

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Cheese prices remain steady.

Report: Restaurant sales up slightly in April

May 13, 2012

Following two months of disappointing declines, industry performance improved slightly in April as same-store sales returned to positive territory while guest…

Value Menu: The top 12 benefits of digital menu boards [Infographic]

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

We surveyed QSR and fast casual operators to learn the top benefits of digital menu boards. We turned the results into this cool infographic.

NRA Show 2012: A display of industry growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Social media, mobile and point-of-sale trends have evolved.

Study: Millennials want emotional connections with brands

May 11, 2012

A new study by Technomic unveils what millennials (ages 19-34) look for in their dining experiences.

Georgia operator named Marco's Pizza top franchise

May 11, 2012

Pizza Guys LLC, which operates Marco's Pizza locations in Savannah and Augusta, Ga., were named Franchise of the Year by Marco's Pizza Franchising. According…

Yum! Brands eyes retail stores to facilitate China growth

May 11, 2012

As part of its expansion strategy in China, Yum! Brands plans to open 150 KFC, Pizza Hut and Little Sheep outlets in Suning locations. Suning is one of the…

Papa John's tops consumer poll for first time

May 11, 2012

According to the recently released 2012 Harris Poll EquiTrend Study, Papa John's is the Harris Poll Brand of the Year based on the brand's strong quality…

Pie Five concept showing store level progress

May 11, 2012

Pizza Inn Holdings Inc.'s third fiscal quarter ended March 25 and included a net income decrease of $0.4 million year-over-year to $52 thousand, compared to…

Is it real or counterfeit? Practical tips in detecting counterfeit currency

Recognizing fake bills comes down to training that is easy to comprehend and makes sense, yet doesn't slow down the operation.

High-impact, positive growth energizes 2012 NRA Show

May 10, 2012

The 93rd annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show and 5th annual International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event posted strong growth…