NRA: Restaurant operators still uncertain about economy despite higher November same-store sales

December 31, 2012

Buoyed by positive same-store sales and customer traffic results, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) rose in November.…

Dessert destinations: An opportunity for fast casual or only QSRs?

Fast casuals should do what they do best to conquer the dessert market — customize.

Frozen pizza segment takes a hit as consumers return to restaurants

December 28, 2012

According to new research from IBISWorld, the frozen pizza production industry experienced solid revenue growth during the recession, but struggled in 2011 and…

7-Eleven adds fresh food, aims at QSR segment

December 28, 2012

C-stores have been stepping up their foodservice offerings in recent years, increasing the competitive pressure on the quick-service segment in particular. And…

Pizza vending machine garners top readership in 2012

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Other popular pizza stories focused on marketing, controversy and culinary trends.

What is the role of fanatical, cult-like menu items in QSR segment?

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Cult-like food products drive brand value as the enormous consumer base recognizes and assigns value to the new product developed by a particular company.

Consumer research group names gluten-free as a top 2013 trend

December 27, 2012

The Values Institute at DGWB, a social science research group, has released its second annual forecast of health-related trends that consumers are expected to…

Commentary: Visual content tops 2013 restaurant marketing trends

Cause marketing is also a major focus for brand differentiation, as customers seek out establishments that help the community.

Major franchise growth on hold from uncertainty on Capitol Hill

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Franchisees cite uncertainty of tax policies, cost of implementing new health care rules and rising cost of energy as major concerns for the coming year.

Commentary: Rising consumer interest in food makes 2013 look prosperous

December 20, 2012

People will find ways to discuss, experiment and dabble in the world of food, no matter what their financial situation.

China's restaurant visits up by double digits in Q3

December 20, 2012

The NPD Group just released its third quarter global restaurant industry report, which reflects each's geography's economy. For example, during Q3, China…

Experts predict 2013 restaurant trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Expect mobile and human resources technology to grow significantly.

Restaurant brands rank high on Entrepreneur's 2013 franchise list

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The results of this year's list show that franchising is on the upswing after several tough years.

Dinner daypart traffic down across restaurant segments

December 18, 2012

A promising start to 2012 for U.S. restaurant traffic was followed by slow spring and summer quarters. The result is a lackluster, yet stable industry…

Cheers: NRA, Technomic partner to share latest trends in alcohol

December 18, 2012

The National Restaurant Association has partnered with Technomic to provide restaurant operators with information about how they can add adult beverages to…

Quick-service brands score high for value perception

December 18, 2012

A new study from HuffPost Food and YouGov BrandIndex showcases consumers' perception of American restaurant chains (130 brands were included). The polling data…

Survey: CFOs expect growth, technology investments in 2013

December 17, 2012

A majority of the 200 U.S.-based chief financial officers and senior finance executives surveyed said they plan to invest in their companies to drive growth in…

What to expect in the pizza segment in 2013

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Digital technologies will be a major focus in the New Year.

Top three pizza chains among most Googled food companies

December 14, 2012

Google released its 2012 Zeitgeist list earlier this week, highlighting the top searches in different categories and countries around the world.

Restaurant workers' wage protests spread to Chicago

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

December 13, 2012

After hundreds of New York City quick-service workers walked out of their jobs two weeks ago in protest of low wages, a large crowd is expected to do the same…