Little Caesars focused on suburban, rural markets for growth

January 29, 2013

Little Caesars outlined a new franchise growth plan that entails small suburban markets, as well as rural communities.

Catering company ramps up momentum with expanded restaurant network

January 29, 2013

Phoodeez, a Boston-based company that specializes in partnering with those in need of catering with restaurants, has launched its Frequent Phoodeez program and…

Papa John's outlines Canadian expansion plan

January 25, 2013

Papa John's has launched its 2013 Canadian Development Incentive Program, which offers Canadian franchisees opportunities to expand their footprints.

Restaurant industry grew by nearly 4,500 units in 2012

January 23, 2013

There were 4,442 more restaurants in the U.S. in fall 2012 than there were in fall 2011, according to a recent U.S. restaurant census conducted by The NPD…

NYC's Two Boots Pizzeria expanding to Nashville

January 23, 2013

New York City-based Two Boots Pizzeria, known for its Cajun-Italian offerings, is planning to open a unit in Nashville, Tenn., this year.

Pie Five Pizza Co. expands college campus footprint

January 21, 2013

Pie Five Pizza Co., a subsidiary of Pizza Inn Inc., opened its ninth restaurant this week, located on West Hickory Street across from the University of North…

Fast casual pizza concept Project Pie set to expand in seven markets

January 21, 2013

Project Pie founder and CEO James Markham has announced plans to expand his fast casual pizza concept into multiple new markets within the next year, starting…

Noble Roman's signs deals for more take-n-bake models

January 18, 2013

Noble Roman's Inc. has announced further expansion of its take-n-bake (TNB) concept.

Fiscal Cliff debate stifles franchise growth in December

January 16, 2013

The Franchise Business fell in December for a second straight month as the possibility of tax hikes associated with the fiscal cliff weighed on franchise…

Grimaldi's Pizzeria eyes California market

January 15, 2013

New York City's Grimaldi's Pizzeria plans to debut in California in the spring.

Mellow Mushroom expands presence in Louisiana

January 15, 2013

Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers will open in Metairie, La., on Jan. 21, at 3131 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 20, in the Forum Shopping Center.

Fast casual pizza concept signs 5-unit deal

January 11, 2013

Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza, a build-your-own, fast casual pizza concept created by the founders of Wetzel's Pretzels, Elise and Rick Wetzel, has signed an…

Sbarro introduces 'skinny' pizza, plans freestanding units

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

January 10, 2013

Sbarro has introduced a new, 270-calorie "Skinny Slice" offering. The trademarked Skinny Slice features roasted red and green bell peppers, Portobello…

Mellow Mushroom plants flag in San Antonio

January 8, 2013

Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers has made its debut in San Antonio, Texas, at 115 North Loop 1604 East, in the Stone Oak area.

Hungry Howie's promotes flavored crusts for anniversary

January 7, 2013

Hungry Howie's Pizza is celebrating its 40th birthday in 2013. Throughout the year, the Michigan-based chain will have a special Flavored Crust of the Month…

Carmela's Pizzeria plans growth after acquisition by public company

January 4, 2013

Greenfield Farms Food Inc. has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent to acquire 100 percent of the equity interest in Ohio-based Carmela's Pizzeria.

Villa Enterprises eyes five new countries for expansion in 2013

January 3, 2013

As Villa Enterprises enters the New Year, a dozen new units are scheduled to open during the first quarter, and the company hopes to open concepts in five…

Tax agreement paves way for steady franchise growth

January 2, 2013

The International Franchise Association today applauded passage of H.R. 8, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, a bipartisan agreement to avert the…

Owner of Hawaii Taco Bells, Pizza Huts sells to PE firm

December 31, 2012

TD Food Group, which operates about 70 fast-food restaurants throughout Hawaii, is now under the ownership of the private equity firm, Nimes Capital. TD's…

Blaze Pizza signs first franchise agreement

December 26, 2012

Blaze Pizza has signed an agreement with Sajha LLC to develop three franchise stores in Southern California.