Uncle Maddio's plans 35 openings in 2014

February 17, 2014

Atlanta-based Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint announced that it grew by 250 percent in 2013 — from seven to 18 units. The concept, which first opened five years ago…

Marco's named a top franchisee, announces further expansion

February 14, 2014

Toledo, Ohio-based Marco's Pizza has been listed on the Franchise Business Review's ninth annual Top 200 Franchises list.

Casey's purchases Stop-n-Go locations

February 13, 2014

Casey's General Stores Inc. announced that it has signed an asset purchase agreement to acquire 24 Stop-n-Go locations. Twenty of the stores are located in…

A road map to opening a new restaurant

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Bruno DiFabio says negotiating the lease while keeping a low profile is an important step when opening a concept.

Uncle Maddio's plans Nebraska debut

February 11, 2014

Mike Simmonds and Shawn Simmonds will open Nebraska's first Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint in Omaha, Neb., this fall, marking the chain's debut in that state.

Restaurateur: The answer to a customer is always yes

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Cameron Mitchell says if associates are valued, they will take better care of the customers.

Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund sets sales records

February 10, 2014

Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund and Boston Pizza International Inc. reportetd financial results for the fourth quarter period and for the fiscal year, which…

NRA economist predicts growth for restaurant industry

February 10, 2014

In a news release from the National Restaurant Association, Chief Economist Bruce Grindy offers his insights into 2013 job growth and his projections for 2014.

4 things to consider when financing your restaurant

Small business financing is a relatively new industry and not everyone you speak to is reputable.

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza to debut west of the Mississippi

February 6, 2014

Charlotte, N.C.-based Brixx Wood Fired Pizza has sold its first franchise west of the Mississippi River. Denver restaurateurs, Trey and Angela Woessner, have…

Mellow Mushroom expanding in Florida

February 6, 2014

Mellow Mushroom Bakers will open in the Shoppes of Avondale in Jacksonville, Fla., on Feb. 10 at 3611 St. John's Avenue, Jacksonville, Florida.

Pizza Hut 'not competitive enough on value'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Pizza Hut's China business is reaping the benefits of an expanded breakfast daypart, and plans to test liquor sales.

Pizza Inn adds six Express locations in January

February 4, 2014

Six new Pizza Inn Express restaurants opened in January across three states.

PizzaRev plans two grand openings for new location

February 4, 2014

PizzaRev has completed construction on its seventh location and is set to open in Van Nuys, Calif., Feb. 7.

Flippers Pizzeria adds two restaurants to Florida footprint

February 3, 2014

Flippers Pizzeria announced it opened two new restaurants in its home state of Florida in January. The first new unit was opened near SeaWorld in Orlando, and…

Uncle Maddio's to mark Colorado debut

February 3, 2014

Uncle Maddio's has signed a deal with James Smethie to open units in the Denver area, including Colorado Springs and Fort Collins.

Restaurant operators report slightly softer sales, traffic in December

January 31, 2014

As a result of softer same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index registered a moderate…

Central, South America 'primary development areas' for Villa Italian Kitchen

January 30, 2014

Villa Enterprises Management Ltd. Inc., a multi-concept restaurant franchisor, has announced the grand opening of its newest Villa Italian Kitchen location at…

Grimaldi's Pizzeria extends Texas presence

January 27, 2014

Grimaldi's Pizzeria has opened its latest restaurant, located in The Shops at Highland Village in Highland Village, Texas. The new restaurant offers patio…

Pizza Pizza adds 28 restaurants to royalty pool

January 24, 2014

Toronto-based Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp. and Pizza Pizza Limited announced that the number of restaurants on which royalties are paid to the company by the…