5 things your restaurant’s mobile app must include [infographic]

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Mobile innovations continue to grow at a staggering pace and to win the game, your brand's mobile app is going to need more than just a menu, nutritional…

Pizza concepts embrace New Year's resolutions with focus on healthier options

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Vegan and gluten-free offerings have moved into the spotlight for some concepts.

Papa John's recruits Joe Montana for Super Bowl commercial

January 30, 2014

Papa John's is continuing its 30th anniversary celebration with the introduction of a free pizza offer. Fans placing a minimum order of $15 between today…

7-Eleven jumps into discounted pizza space

January 29, 2014

7-Eleven Inc. is aiming to gain share on pizza's biggest sales day of the year — Super Bowl Sunday — by offering large pepperoni and triple cheese pizzas for…

Pizza Hut searching for fans who 'take things up a notch'

January 27, 2014

Pizza Hut has introduced the "Go For Greatness" campaign that will continue throughout the year.

Domino's plans pan pizza giveaway for Super Bowl campaign

January 27, 2014

Domino's Pizza announced it has finalized a sponsorship tied to Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 2. According to a news release, the details will be announced Jan. 3…

How to productively address negative reviews about your restaurant

Take control by responding to complaints with compassion and addressing issues at the store level.

Illinois Restaurant Association marks 100th year

January 24, 2014

The Illinois Restaurant Association, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the restaurant and hospitality industry in Illinois, is celebrating its…

Rosati's, Illinois Congresswoman team up to fight hunger

January 23, 2014

U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois spent time this week with Rosati's Pizza president Marla Topliff, employees from the brand and representatives from the…

George Clooney's tequila brand added to California Pizza Kitchen menu

January 23, 2014

California Pizza Kitchen and Casamigos Tequila have partnered to launch an exclusive national cocktail program that includes a new seasonal cocktail from…

Your Pie crowns winner of crowdsourced pizza

January 22, 2014

After a two-week voting period in which over 2,170 votes were cast, Your Pie has announced that Fleming Island, Fla., resident Cheri Walker and her creation…

Hunt Brothers rolls out Italian Meats pizza ahead of Super Bowl rush

January 21, 2014

Hunt Brothers Pizza has added a new limited time offer pizza just in time for the Super Bowl, Feb. 2. The specialty pizza, called Italian Meats, is layered…

Schlotzsky’s Kelly Roddy on building restaurant brands

by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group

In episode #025 of the Social Restaurant Podcast, I talk with Kelly Roddy, CEO of Schlotzsky's Deli, an international franchise of more than 3,500 locations…

Uncle Maddio's marks fifth anniversary

January 20, 2014

Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint is marking its fifth anniversary with a $5.55 deal. The promotion is good each Monday for a 9-inch, 3-topping pizza and small soft…

Papa John's gift cards now available via mobile-optimized website

January 20, 2014

Papa John's today launched a systemwide mobile-optimized web site, powered by CashStar, that allows customers to design and purchase customized gift cards and…

Front Flip hits million mobile users

January 16, 2014

Front Flip, a loyalty marketing program for restaurants, retailers, convenience stores and consumer packaged-goods companies, announced it has reached …

Domino's mandates store remodels by 2017

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Many of the company's units are 17 years old and are inconsistent with the branding efforts in the past five years.

Boston Pizza Foundation launches new kid-focused cause

January 15, 2014

The Boston Pizza Foundation today announced the launch of a new signature cause for its national fundraising and charitable efforts called Boston Pizza…

Pizza Hut unveils new 'fast casual' store prototypes

The new formats include pizza by the slice, digital menu boards, deck ovens and open seating.

Pizza Hut jumps into by-the-slice market

January 14, 2014

Pizza Hut is dipping into a market typically dominated by city street vendors and shopping mall concepts. The Associated Press reports that the chain is…