Pizza Hut throwing football bash in Times Square

September 6, 2013

Pizza Hut is kicking off the return of football season by hosting "The World's Greatest Pizza Party" Sunday in New York City's Times Square. The party will…

Hungry Howie's brings back Cheese Puff-flavored crust

September 5, 2013

In celebration of its 40th anniversary, Hungry Howie's has unveiled its latest limited-time flavored crust for September — Cheese Puff. It is available through…

SCA's Tork launches No Kid Hungry promotion

September 5, 2013

Numerous restaurant chains have added promotions for Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry campaign, which runs through September. SCA's Tork Brand is also…

Uno Chicago, Old Chicago Pizza select new branding firm

September 5, 2013

Uno Chicago Grill and Old Chicago Pizza & Tap Room are two of the latest restaurant brands that have selected Push, a branding agency based in Orlando, Fla.

Pizza Fusion commits to No Child Hungry campaign

September 4, 2013

For a second year, Pizza Fusion is hosting a fundraising initiative throughout September to support Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry effort.

Papa John's leverages Peyton Manning partnership for NFL promotion

September 4, 2013

Papa John's is kicking off the NFL season with a free pizza offer from now through Sept. 15. Customers who place an order of $15 or more will earn 25 bonus…

How Top That! won over the Millennial crowd

Customizable food, mobile and social marketing techniques are attracting the 18- to- 30-year-old crowd to the brand.

The pretzel bun male-only menu

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

A greater focus on male-driven products is an admission that salad sales have plateaued.

Restaurant industry leads No Kid Hungry efforts

September 3, 2013

Throughout September, restaurants nationwide will invite guests to raise money for the annual Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry campaign, aimed at ending…

Restaurant loyalty programs pay off in surprising ways

by Duessa Holscher — marketing, Granbury Restaurant Solutions

Increased customer data means more opportunities to promote your brand.

NYPD Pizzeria lands atop Orlando pizza list

August 30, 2013

TripAdvisor's recent list of "best pizza restaurants in Orlando, Fla.," features NYPD Pizzeria on Universal Boulevard as No. 1. The restaurant is owned by…

CiCi's plans No Kid Hungry promotion

August 29, 2013

Throughout September, restaurants across the country will host promotions to raise funds in support of Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry campaign, aimed at…

Mellow Mushroom hosts Atlanta Falcons promo to kickoff football season

August 29, 2013

Atlanta-based Mellow Mushroom will host an Atlanta Falcons Player Bobble Head Series promotion starting Sept. 2. The Falcons' Julio Jones, Sean Weatherspoon…

Sam & Louie's operator celebrates new ownership with half-off beer, pizza

August 28, 2013

Pat Holz is celebrating his new ownership of the Sam & Louie's unit in Carroll, Iowa, by offering half-price pizza and beer all day through Sept. 30.

Old Chicago VP: Customers now expect digital loyalty programs

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Brands will move from out-discounting each other to focusing on value and experience.

How your restaurant can leverage social proof

Always respond to social media comments; engaging with your customers online encourages more comments and likes.

Rosati's Pizza unveils Reserve red wine brand

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

August 22, 2013

Rosati's Pizza in Yorkville, Ill., will host a free wine tasting from 3 to 6 p.m. Aug. 25 to unveil the brand's Rosati's Reserve for the first time.

Independent Wisconsin pizzeria sanctions National Pizza Eating event

August 22, 2013

Ian's Pizza in Madison, Wisc., has teamed up with All Pro Eating to create a sanctioned National Pizza Eating Championship Sept. 21 in Downtown Madison on…

CiCi's leverages pizza for teaching program

August 22, 2013

To kickoff back-to-school season, CiCi's Pizza is offering Lunch & Learn field trips, created to show students real-life uses for math skills while making…

Papa John's gives a nod to NFL rosters with 53-cent promo

August 22, 2013

Papa John's has kicked off its first NFL promotion of the season, offering a large one-topping pizza for 53 cents with the purchase of any large pizza at…