Boston Pizza launches special 50th anniversary menu

June 12, 2014

Boston Pizza turns 50 this summer and to celebrate, the chain has launched a special anniversary menu featuring classics such as Popeye Pizza and Sombrero…

Pizza Hut offering chance to meet Blake Shelton

June 12, 2014

Pizza Hut has launched a Father’s Day promotion that includes the chance to win a trip to Dallas to meet country singer Blake Shelton, who is the brand’s…

Why IT deserves a spot at the marketing table

In order to resonate with customers, applications and campaigns must be exciting, unique and useful.

HMSHost launches new by-the-slice pizza concept

June 10, 2014

HMSHost has developed a new pizza restaurant, called PZA, as part of its brand portfolio. According to a news release, the concept was developed with on-the-go…

Blaze Pizza plans to become a national player by targeting Millennials

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The new Louisville, Ky., location will be ‘overstaffed’ to ensure guests are taken care of ‘no matter what.’

The top five Social Restaurant Podcasts

by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group

From using Google Glass for training, to cultivating a company culture without an office, Riggs looks at his favorite topics.

Flippers Pizzeria offers up Father’s Day special

June 9, 2014

On Sunday, dads will be treated at all Flippers Pizzeria locations in celebration of Father’s Day. Those who purchase any menu item of equal or greater value…

Papa Gino's names new agency of record

June 4, 2014

Papa Gino's Inc., parent company of Papa Gino's and D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches, has named Boston’s Full Contact Advertising as its new agency of record.

Pizza Patrón offering deep discount for World Cup promo

June 4, 2014

To celebrate the FIFA World Cup tournament, which kicks off this month in Brazil, Pizza Patrón is offer an “Any 3 for $6.99” promotion now through July 31. The…

How to extend the brand experience beyond your restaurant's four walls

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

You have to commit to social media, spending time there and deeply engaging with your customers.

California Pizza Kitchen brings back 'Slice of the Prize' sweepstakes

June 3, 2014

California Pizza Kitchen kicks off its "Slice of the Prize" sweepstakes today, offering the chance to win a $100,000 grand prize, or other prizes such as a…

Keeping your restaurant guests 'hoppy'

by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group

Learn from an insider what the craft beer business can do for your restaurant brand.

Restaurant marketers: Fear of failure kills creativity

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

In order for a marketing strategy to be successful, the operations team has to execute.

Protein Bar, Taziki’s, Wahlburgers recognized for creating buzz

May 30, 2014

The National Restaurant Association’s Marketing Executives Group announced the winners of its inaugural Buzzed About Brands award, including The Protein Bar…

Mazzio’s turns up the heat with jalapeno-stuff crust

May 29, 2014

Mazzio’s has added a cheese and jalapeno stuffed crust to its new line of stuffed crust pizza. The new selection joins existing options of bacon or pepperoni…

Pizza Hut steps up value competition with new dinner box

May 29, 2014

Pizza Hut today announced that its new Dinner Box — including a medium rectangular one-topping pan pizza, five breadsticks and 10 cinnamon sticks — is…

Villa Italian Kitchen marks 50 years in business with sweepstakes

May 29, 2014

Villa Italian Kitchen is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a “Decades of Fun” sweepstakes that runs through June 29. Weekly winners will be chosen to…

Hungry Howie’s grows Michigan footprint

May 23, 2014

Hungry Howie's Pizza continues its home state expansion in Michigan with a new location in the Detroit suburb of Novi. According to a news release, to…

Restaurant execs share successful mobile campaign stories

by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com

Brands execs are finding success from mobile campaigns by using gamification, loyalty, payments and other features.

Fast casual concept Pizza Manifesto debuts in Kansas City market

May 22, 2014

Pizza Manifesto, a Neapolitan pizza concept, has opened its doors in Waldo, in the Kansas City, Mo., market, at 505 75th St. The concept offers a fast casual…