Franchising association seeks to halt Seattle’s minimum wage increase

August 6, 2014

The International Franchise Association has asked the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington to issue a preliminary injunction preventing…

Marco’s Pizza plans entry into India market

August 6, 2014

Marco's Pizza has signed its first franchise deal in India with plans to open 400 stores throughout the next 10 years.

Restaurant industry adds nearly 19K jobs in July

August 4, 2014

The National Restaurant Association's Chief Economist Bruce Grindy announced today that the restaurant industry added a net 18,600 jobs in July on a…

Pizza Studio continues SoCal expansion

August 1, 2014

Pizza Studio has opened its newest restaurant, located in the Kearny Mesa area of San Diego. This marks the brand's eighth California store to open with others…

Restaurant traffic slips in June, same-store sales continue to rise

August 1, 2014

The National Restaurant Association’s monthly Restaurant Performance Index reported a moderate decline in June, driven largely by softer traffic. The RPI was…

Blaze Pizza plans giveaway for South Dakota grand opening

July 30, 2014

Blaze Fast Fire'd Pizza will open its newest location July 31 in Rapid City, S.D., at the Rushmore Crossing Shopping Center. To celebrate, the company will…

McDonald's ruling holds franchisors accountable for franchise employee allegations

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The National Restaurant Association claims the decision will impede job creation and create 'big business.'

Firecrust Neapolitan jumps into fast casual pizza space

July 29, 2014

Firecrust Neapolitan Pizzeria has opened its first restaurant in Dallas, and has begun construction on its second location in Plano, Texas.

Russo’s plans 'significant' Houston expansion

July 29, 2014

Russo's Restaurants, parent company of Russo's New York Pizzeria and Russo's Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen, has announced plans to "significantly" expand the…

Drive-thru-only pizzeria boasts brick oven for speed

July 28, 2014

A pizza concept in the Cleveland suburb of North Royalton, Ohio, features a drive-thru-only setup. Cleveland.com recently published a profile of My Pizzetta…

Modern Apizza owner brings new concept to Sacramento

July 25, 2014

The Sacramento (Calif.) Convention Center, in conjunction with hospitality partner Classique Catering, a Centerplate company, has opened a new concept called…

Sbarro plans 80 Brazilian locations in next 10 years

July 25, 2014

Sbarro announced it will partner with B2Bold to open 80 eateries in Brazil throughout the next 10 years. This marks the second development agreement for Sbarro…

Domino's digital volume keeping prices down

by Nicole Troxell — Associate Editor, Networld Media Group

The volume growth from digital has offset increases in the price of cheese and pork.

Franchisors invited to meet with potential investors at Chicago event

July 24, 2014

Qualified franchise brands seeking to fuel their next level of growth have an opportunity to meet potential investors at the third annual Franchise Capital…

Uncle Maddio’s signs deal to develop in NC’s Triad market

July 22, 2014

Made to Order LLC has signed a deal to open three Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint locations in the Triad area of North Carolina. The restaurants will be operated by…

Pizza Hut franchisee selects recycling management company

July 22, 2014

Restaurant recruiting firm launches regional development franchising program

July 21, 2014

Patrice & Associates, a nationwide recruiting firm specializing in the restaurant industry, has introduced a regional development franchising program.

Pizza Hut hopes to surpass competition in digital space in 2015

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Yum! execs called the U.S. performance 'disappointing' and said the brand is in turnaround mode.

PizzaRev celebrates Utah openings

July 18, 2014

Away We Dough Inc. has hosted a grand opening celebration for Utah’s first PizzaRev location in West Valley. The new restaurant is the first of five franchise…

Hungry Howie's continues Michigan expansion

July 18, 2014

Hungry Howie’s Pizza has opened its newest location in Monroe, Mich., continuing its expansion across its home state.