Fast casual heats up restaurant industry with 11 percent growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

More QSRs and full-service restaurants are expected to realign their formats to compete more aggressively.

Chipotle plans to raise prices 4 to 6 percent this quarter

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

CEO says younger generation is bonding with the brand similarly to how kids bonded with McDonald's in the 1980's.

The best social media strategies depend on experimentation

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The key to any marketing strategy is having compelling content; this is especially true on social media.

'Better chicken' brand flying nationwide

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Slim Chickens is on a mission to be a leading chicken concept.

Fast casual driving growth of 'The American Bakery'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Bakeries are stepping up their menu offerings, decor and overall customer experience.

Why gluten-free is here to stay

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Gluten-free menu items have increased by 200 percent since 2010.

What Panera 2.0 means for all operators

Panera 2.0 is two new customer experiences in one.

'Healthy' goes beyond trendy

Limited service chains offering more healthier options is proof that healthier eating is developing into a way of life.

3 reasons why restaurants need mobile, cloud technology

Restaurants must weave mobile and cloud technology into a single command center that can run a global franchise or a local restaurant.

Seamless dining: The gamified restaurant experience

If done correctly, gamification can create a loyal customer base, attract new diners and promote efficiency.

Panera undergoes digital makeover

From mobile payment options to digital ordering, the bakery-chain debuts Panera 2.0.

Have burger chains reached their peak?

Smaller, regional brands have seen an increase in sales, while sales at their larger QSR counterparts are falling.

Nikki Baird to give keynote on privacy at CONNECT summit

Top retail analyst Nikki Baird will explore rapidly advancing technology and consumer tolerance for being tracked.

How Jersey Mike's new mobile app is increasing sales

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Customers use the app to manage their loyalty points and for ordering.

A look at Starbucks' global offerings

Starbucks around the world offer specialty menu items that incorporate local flavors to honor cultures.

7 questions restaurateurs should ask when choosing payroll provider

Go with a provider who not only can handle the calculations and payroll tax payments, but who also understands the food industry.

April Fool's: Restaurant brands get in on the fun

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Restaurant brands 'launch' clear coffee, a kale shake and an edible pizza box.

WFF 2014: A view from the top

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Get a look at what happened at the 2014 WFF's Leadership Conference.

Robeks CMO explains strategy on 'next-generation' concept

The chain hopes its new design, menu and marketing strategy will help it continue its 27 months of same-store sales increases.

'Mobile Evangelist of the Year' Jack Philbin will headline 2014 CONNECT Mobile Innovation Summit

The self-professed "mobile geek" co-founded Vibes before text messaging was even possible in the U.S.