Domino's franchisee kicks off social media contest

November 13, 2011

North Carolina-based HDI, a Domino's Pizza franchisee, has tapped Sociallybuzz to launch its new giveaway campaign that taps into both virtual and non-virtual…

One is the loneliest number

Having a lone employee on a late night shift raises the risk of robbery and employee theft.

Restaurants recruiting more veterans with franchise discounts

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Operations-based business model is a good fit for those with military backgrounds.

Giveaway promotions abound for veterans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 10, 2011

According to new research from the National Restaurant Association, 75 percent of Americans say they would be more likely to choose a restaurant that…

Papa John's U.S. drops Coke for Pepsi

November 10, 2011

PepsiCo Inc. will soon be the exclusive drink of choice at Papa John's International's U.S. restaurants, winning the distribution account from rival Coca-Cola…

The Loop Pizza Grill launches holiday coupon book

November 10, 2011

Jacksonville, Fla.-based Loop Pizza Grill is offering a free holiday savings book with six months worth of deals. The promotion runs Nov. 14 through Dec. 2…

Technomic: Restaurant alcohol sales expected to rise in 2012

November 9, 2011

A forecast recently released by Technomic predicts a 2.4 percent gain in away-from-home alcohol sales in 2012.

Little Caesars offering veterans free Crazy Bread

November 9, 2011

Little Caesars Pizza is honoring the United States armed forces this Veterans Day by providing veterans and active military members with a free Crazy Bread…

Pizza Inn's Pie Five concept helps drive big Q1 profit

November 9, 2011

Pizza Inn Holdings Inc. has announced results for the first fiscal quarter of 2012, ended Sept. 25, 2011.

Size matters and not just desserts

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Offering smaller portion sizes can lift sales.

Chuck E. Cheese's holiday gift cards now available

November 8, 2011

Chuck E. Cheese's gift cards are now available for kids just in time for the holiday season. Redeemable at any store location, gift cards provide kids with the…

Gattitown to open in Clearwater, Fla.

November 8, 2011

Gatti's Pizza LLC has announced that it will open the newest GattiTown in Clearwater, Fla., on Nov. 14. GattiTown is a 16,200-square-foot dining and…

Study: Lack of correlation between obesity rates and QSR visits

November 8, 2011

The heaviest QSR users are not low-income consumers, as widely believed, but rather those in the middle-class. According to a new study released by UC…

Pizza Hut locations to offer DIRECTV services

November 8, 2011

Bulk TV & Internet, a provider of DIRECTV services for commercial properties, has entered into an agreement with NPC International, the largest Pizza Hut…

California Pizza Kitchen expands airport footprint

November 8, 2011

California Pizza Kitchen Inc. opened a quick-serve location at the John Wayne Airport in Orange County, Calif., this week.

Truitt Bros. co-founder receives 2011 Bounty of Oregon Award

November 8, 2011

Truitt Brothers, Inc. co-founder Peter Truitt will receive the 2011 Bounty of Oregon Award on Nov. 18 at the fifth annual banquet created by the Arnica…

A behind-the-scenes look at Pizza Ranch's gluten-free adoption

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chain's R&D director discusses the process behind the menu addition.

Don't let the turkeys get you down

by Marla Topliff — President, Rosati's Pizza

Ten gentle reminders for staff and owners heading into the busy holiday season.

California Pizza Kitchen now offering eGift Cards

November 7, 2011

California Pizza Kitchen has introduced a new electronic gift card option just in time for the holiday season.

Pizza Hut franchisee posts positive comps for Q3

November 7, 2011

NPC International Inc., the largest Pizza Hut franchisee in the country with 1,153 restaurants in 28 states, has reported results for its third fiscal quarter…