What’s in a Brand?

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

The pizza industry is so focused on coupons, promotions and LTO's that we drive consumers to look for more for less.

LivingSocial tests instant ordering and delivery features for restaurants

November 14, 2011

LivingSocial has launched a test of new food ordering and delivery features as part of its LivingSocial Instant service. Starting today, LivingSocial members…

Domino's kicks off 8th annual St. Jude's fundraiser

November 14, 2011

Domino's Pizza has kicked off its 8th annual Thanks and Giving campaign to raise money for the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

The HR Takeaway From The 99%

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

Occupy movement has been smart to leverage social media, make their members feel like part of a team and reward and recognize their efforts.

Weak dollar drives up wheat prices

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Pizza Inn, Papa John's hit new 52-week highs.

Snapfinger launches group ordering feature

November 13, 2011

Snapfinger, a provider of remote Web and mobile ordering and pre-payment services for the restaurant industry, has launched a new group ordering feature.

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…