Commentary: What you can learn from Panera's 'hidden menu'

Does having a secret menu make sense? The answer is, possibly.

NoshList CEO: 'Mobile is about to change everything about restaurants'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Mobile is a growing channel that pushes promotions and specials, provides better service and offers payment options.

Papa John's apologizes for racist voicemail, fires culprits

May 28, 2013

Papa John's promptly fired two of its Florida employees after a customer posted their inadvertent "butt dialed" voicemail filled with racial slurs.

Restaurant brands pitch in for Oklahoma tornado relief

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chains have been handing out food to victims and first responders, as well as directing their social fan base to relief organizations.

Old Chicago undergoes brand refresh, launches updated menu

May 24, 2013

Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza, founded in 1976 in Boulder, Colo., has undergone a brand refresh, which includes an enhanced service model and updated menu…

Seamless and GrubHub partnership aims to scale growing online, mobile presence

May 20, 2013

Seamless North America LLC and GrubHub Inc. announced the signing of a definitive agreement to merge their services for ordering takeout. The merger aims to…

Tabbedout now offering Google Wallet as payment option

May 20, 2013

Tabbedout and Google have teamed up to offer Google Wallet as a payment source in the Tabbedout app for Android. Now, at thousands of Tabbedout locations…

Catering treats and snacks on the boardroom table

by Erle Dardick — CEO, Monkeymedia

For frozen treat brands, developing a catering and off-premise consumer experience provides an opportunity to weatherproof the concept.

Papa John's adds Indiana Pacers to sports roster

May 16, 2013

Papa John's this week announced a sponsorship deal with the Indiana Pacers that gives the pizza chain rights to in-game promotions and use of team marks. To…

Tourists are coming: Is your restaurant ready to accommodate?

Since most foreign tourists won't have access to a PC during their trip, it's critical to offer mobile-based feedback mechanisms featuring short…

Domino's franchisee using self-service kiosks to reach college crowd

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

Kiosks in college dorms incentivize students by offering $1 off if they order there rather than via computer or phone.

Report: Consumers want clean restaurants with menu variety

May 9, 2013

According to a new report from Mintel; cleanliness (96 percent), menu selection and variety (94 percent) and comfortable seating (91 percent) are the most…

Connecting with franchisees and frontline employees to catalyze innovation

Creating more connections with managers, employees and franchise owners who work with customers on a regular basis will inject new perspective into the…

Three Key Considerations When Deploying WiFi In Restaurants

With proper planning, you can securely offer your customers the convenience of a BYOD network.

MEDIAPRO deploying animated digital menu boards in restaurants

May 8, 2013

Covina Burger, a California-based QSR restaurant company, has ditched its plastic backlit menu boards in favor of dynamic digital signage menu boards from…

New iPhone app points to nearest pizza place

May 8, 2013

There is a new iPhone and iPad app that points consumers in the direction of the nearest pizza establishment. Because who doesn't crave pizza all the time?

How to optimize your restaurant menu on your website

Showcase your featured specials right on your homepage to draw first-time visitors in and build excitement around your limited-time offering.

Millennial marketing guru gives sneak peek of Fast Casual Executive Summit keynote

Creating brand fans out of Millennials -- consumers ages 18 to 34 -- is key for every restaurant's success. Jeff Fromm, millennial expert and 2013 Fast Casual…

Chuck E. Cheese's promotes mobile app via Facebook photo contest

May 2, 2013

Chuck E. Cheese's recent introduction of its downloadable app is now the centerpiece of a new photo contest on the brand's Facebook page.

Domino's brings transparency to a new level

May 2, 2013

Domino's Pizza has launched its new Domino's Live online platform, where customers can follow the action of an in-store lunch or dinner rush live.