NRA Show 2012: A display of industry growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Social media, mobile and point-of-sale trends have evolved.

Papa John's tops consumer poll for first time

May 11, 2012

According to the recently released 2012 Harris Poll EquiTrend Study, Papa John's is the Harris Poll Brand of the Year based on the brand's strong quality…

High-impact, positive growth energizes 2012 NRA Show

May 10, 2012

The 93rd annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show and 5th annual International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event posted strong growth…

Domino's Australia launches Facebook ordering platform

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

May 10, 2012

Domino's Pizza has designed and built an ordering capacity on its Australian and New Zealand Facebook pages, which have a combined 728,000-plus fans.

Detroit Style Pizza Co. launching this summer

May 9, 2012

World Champion Pizza Maker Shawn Randazzo will launch the new Detroit Style Pizza Co. at two metro Detroit locations this summer.

California Pizza Kitchen launches 'thank you' promotion

May 9, 2012

California Pizza Kitchen launched its annual Thank You Card Promotion this week to say 'thank you' to its loyal guests. From now through July 1, CPK will hand…

Study: Online marketing helps restaurants personalize offers

May 9, 2012

Restaurants use online and email marketing to provide consumers the personalized offers they prefer, according to new research by the National Restaurant…

Rosati's rolling out Chicago Style Chili Cheese Dog Pizza

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chain partners with Vienna Beef to combine two Chicago classics.

NRA 2012: Front Flip

Front Flip founder Sean Beckner talks about the new customer engagement platform created to help restaurant operators attract and retain guests. Front Flip was…

Chuck E. Cheese's plans marketing makeover to reverse slipping sales

May 4, 2012

CEC Entertainment Inc., parent company of Chuck E. Cheese's, reported its Q1 financial results Thursday, which included a drop in revenues and profit.

Naked Pizza sponsors Foggy Awards for gluten-free leaders

May 3, 2012

Find Me Gluten Free, a gluten-free restaurant and business finder smartphone app, has announced the winners of the inaugural Foggy Awards – honoring leaders in…

Get more out of the NRA Show through social media

by Lisa DiVirgilio

Your bags are packed and you're ready to head to the 2012 National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago May 5-8. You've probably made a list of those vendors…

Papa John's finds success in local store marketing efforts

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

During its Q1 earnings call, the company reiterated its premium positioning amidst a highly competitive, deep discounting segment.

NRA partners with Kidzsmart to promote Kids LiveWell

May 2, 2012

As part of its ongoing efforts to promote its Kids LiveWell program, the National Restaurant Association has announced a new partnership with Kidzsmart…

Chuck E. Cheese's reportedly agrees to $10 prize limit in Calif.

May 2, 2012

A story published in a newsletter titled The Redemption Report claims that CEC Entertainment Inc., Chuck E. Cheese's parent company, has agreed to help…

CiCi's Pizza introduces new pizza, tagline

May 2, 2012

CiCi's Pizza has introduced the newest pizza on its buffet, The Meltdown, made with Parmesan, Romano and mozzarella cheeses, a signature Italiano sauce and…

Domino's international division surpasses domestic footprint

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Company's Q1 promotional focus was on side items, driving tickets and store profits.

West Virginia pizzeria crowdsources for new name

May 1, 2012

A Fayetteville, W. Va., pizzeria is hosting a contest to come up with a new name as it plans for expansion.

Market Force study shows companies wield social media influence

April 30, 2012

Social media posts by businesses influence consumers’ buying decisions as much as their friends’ posts do, according to a new study from Market Force…

Webinar covers big data to drive consumer behavior

April 30, 2012

The use of big data to drive customer behavior has been implemented by retailers and restaurants nationwide looking to increase loyalty, retention and to drive…