Seattle's Best giving away coffee to Black Friday workers

November 9, 2012

Seattle's Best Coffee, part of Starbucks Corp., is offering free coffee to those working on Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving and the busiest shopping…

New Miami Subs Grill named a top franchise for minorities

November 9, 2012

The National Minority Franchising Initiative has compiled its annual list of the "50 Top Franchises for Minorities," appearing in a recent issue of USA Today.

Panda Express launches fundraiser for Hurricane Sandy relief

November 9, 2012

Panda Restaurant Group Inc. will host fundraising efforts to assist with disaster relief for those affected by Hurricane Sandy. The company has committed to…

Menu testing services now offered for allergen-friendly meals

November 9, 2012

Food expert Lara Holland has developed a restaurant training program to help identify menu flaws as operators try to attract consumers with food allergies.

Menu labeling may finally come unstuck

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Gluten-free diets have moved into the mainstream, but without standards, it's hard to know whether current labels are fact or hype.

Blazing Burger CEO offers inside look at new iPad ordering solution

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The nearly $100,000 solution should pay for itself in 9 months, according to the chain's CEO.

Pizza Inn plans to accelerate Pie Five openings

November 8, 2012

Texas-based Pizza Inn Holdings Inc. reported its first quarter FY 2013 results, which included a sales increase of 41.4 percent compared to Q1 '12 at…

Boston Market launches holiday-themed website

November 8, 2012

Boston Market today announced the launch of its new "Holiday Hub" website, which offers tips on hosting celebrations, recipes by Chef Rick Rodgers and event…

Barberitos expanding Florida footprint

November 8, 2012

Barberitos Franchising Inc. announced that it will open its 30th restaurant location in Yulee, Fla., in early December.

Epic Burger names new CEO

November 8, 2012

Epic Burger founder David Friedman has announced the appointment of Scott Norrick to the role of chief executive officer for the rapidly growing Chicago chain.

Restaurant industry steps up franchising incentives for military veterans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chains are actively recruiting veterans with startup discounts to reintegrate them into the workforce.

Starbucks begins accepting Square Wallet

November 8, 2012

The Starbucks/Square relationship is taking shape. Beginning today, Starbucks will accept Square Wallet for payments at 7,000 participating company-operated…

Simple deterrents to late night restaurant robberies

Often, QSR windows are covered with advertizing or window clings; however, limited visibility from the outside provides cover for a robbery in progress.

Pancheros marks new opening with $1 burritos

November 7, 2012

Pancheros Mexican Grill opened its first location in Burlington, Iowa, this week. In conjunction with the opening, the new location will offer handmade…

MICROS supports new Apple iPad Mini

November 7, 2012

MICROS Systems Inc., a provider of information technology solutions for the hospitality and retail industries, has announced that its OPERA and Simphony…

Dickey's hosting three-day sample event

November 7, 2012

Dickey's Barbecue is hosting a three-day national sample event at all nationwide stores beginning today. Customers can try a new pit smoked meat each day, and…

Fatburger owner settles lender dispute

November 7, 2012

Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc., parent company of Fatburger and Buffalo's Cafe, has settled a $5.1 million lawsuit filed by its lender, American Industries…

Big Smoke Burger signs five multiunit franchise deals

November 7, 2012

Mustafa Yusuf, founder and owner of Toronto-based fast casual concept Big Smoke Burger, has announced that, since joining forces with franchise development…

Restaurants try to balance Millennial trends with other segments

November 7, 2012

According to a new report from market research firm Technomic, restaurant operators are increasingly tasked with making a connection to the influential…

Villa Enterprises plants flag in Egypt

November 7, 2012

Villa Enterprises Management Ltd. Inc. has opened Villa Italian Kitchen and Bananas units at the American University (AUC) in Cairo, Egypt. These locations…