US House blocks mandatory GMO labeling

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

On July 23, the U.S. House of Representatives took a measured and bold move to block any mandatory labeling of foods made with genetically engineered crops.

Paytronix launches platform to 'measure, improve loyalty campaign performance'

July 27, 2015

Paytronix Systems has unveiled the Paytronix Campaign Center, an enhancement to the Paytronix Rewards Platform that enables marketers to determine the…

Firehouse Subs to add mobile payment capability to app

July 27, 2015

Firehouse Subs customers will be able to order, purchase and pick up their food more quickly than ever thanks to the chain's use of MaterCard's MasterPass.

Tropical Smoothie opens 77 units this year, more to come

July 27, 2015

Tropical Smoothie Café has announced the signing of 77 franchise agreements in the first and second quarters of 2015, as the brand continues its aggressive…

Is dog food the next menu trend?

July 24, 2015

The menu of one Washington D.C. Metro-area restaurant, Art and Soul, boasts some unusual items – Bowser Beer and a steak "good enough for a human."

Buffalo Wild Wings-backed PizzaRev launches hot sauce line

July 24, 2015

The Buffalo Wild Wings-backed build-your-own pizza shop features the signature sauces at its ‘Rev It Up’ counter where guests can choose from a variety of…

Freebirds feeding military families via loyalty points

July 24, 2015

Continuing its support of the United Service Organizations, Freebirds World Burrito is encouraging its guests to help U.S. military families by participating…

Starbucks CEO: Q3 stands among most successful quarters in company history

July 24, 2015

Global comparable store sales increased 7 percent, driven by a 4 percent increase in traffic, and year-over-year comparable store customer transactions…

The name game: Why one CEO rebranded his 'new' burger concept

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Bo’s Steak & Grill closed its doors for several days and re-opened last month as Cole’s Backyard Grill.

Food trumps price point in QSRs, fast casuals

July 23, 2015

ZenMango has released the 2015 Leaky Bucket, a study pinpointing specific, actionable steps brands can take to reduce their "leak." The 2015 study measures…

How Schlotzsky's used gamification to gain 43K loyalists

by Nicole Troxell — Associate Editor, Networld Media Group

Schlotzsky's gamification strategy resulted in the enrollment of over 43,000 new members to its mobile loyalty app.

Benseron IT acquires Restajet restaurant apps

July 23, 2015

Restajet apps are designed to enable restaurants to speed up the ordering process and improve the customer experience.

Bruster's enters South Korea with 10-unit development deal

July 23, 2015

Site selection for two locations is underway in Seoul and Busan. The first Bruster's will open in late 2015 or early 2016.

Houston couple enhances franchise deal with Maui Wow

July 23, 2015

A Houston husband and wife team and longtime franchisees now have the rights to open Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies units throughout the entire state…

Why Five Guys selected new POS solution

July 23, 2015

The burger chain decided to deploy PAR’s Brink POS software, EverServ POS terminals, Mobile Tablet 10s, along with the company's software delivery and…

Wage victory leads to $15 an hour for New York restaurant workers

July 22, 2015

The wage increase will result in a more than 70 percent hike in workers' earnings, from the original $8.75 an hour.

Fast casual pizza expands across country

July 22, 2015

Residents of New York, California and Indiana will soon see fast casual pizza expand throughout their state with several openings expected through October.

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HotSchedules launches restaurant inventory mobile app

July 22, 2015

Designed for independent and small regional restaurants, HotSchedules Count aims to help restaurants improve inventory accuracy, control foods costs…

5 ways to future-proof your restaurant via WiFi

Changing market dynamics has fueled fierce competition among QSR, fast casual and casual dining restaurants, but providing guest WiFi represents a strategic…