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Panera CEO: We've got to reduce friction with customers
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
The company will add more catering locations, which is expected to contribute to the bottom line in the coming years.
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McAlister's expands Big Bold Sandwiches line
May 5, 2014
McAlister's Deli has expanded its line of Big Bold Sandwiches with the addition of the Big Bold Cheesesteak, available for a limited time through July 1.
read nowEinstein Noah reports Q1 sales increase of 1.6 percent
May 5, 2014
Einstein Noah Restaurant Group Inc., parent company of Einstein Bros. Bagels, Noah's New York Bagels and Manhattan Bagel brands, last week reported financial…
read nowRestaurant spending up, foot traffic down
May 5, 2014
GE Capital, Franchise Finance just released its 24th annual Chain Restaurant Industry Review, showing an increase in customer spending but a decline in foot…
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Nutritional variances
by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com
Have a disclaimer on your menu boards, pamphlets and website that promotes the steps taken to ensure accurate nutritionals.
read nowMyCheck collaborates with PayPal to expand pay-at-the-table service
May 2, 2014
MyCheck, a checkout app for restaurants, has collaborated with PayPal to enable consumers to pay at table through the PayPal app.
read nowBurgerFi seeks best 'bestie photos' for giveaway
May 2, 2014
BurgerFi International is celebrating National Burger Month throughout May with a "Bestie Photo Contest." To participate, fans are asked to snap a creative…
read nowBig Apple Bagels heading to the Middle East
May 2, 2014
BAB Systems Inc. has signed a master franchise agreement with Mont Royal General Trading LLC, a Dubai-based company, for the development of Big Apple Bagels…
read nowCapriotti's launches summer charity drive
May 2, 2014
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop is partnering with The Las Vegas Rescue Mission to collect canned items for the Hunger Doesn't Take A Summer Vacation Food Drive…
read nowAu Bon Pain debuting late spring menu
May 2, 2014
Au Bon Pain is introducing seasonal items that will be available at its U.S. cafés from May 5 to June 29.
read nowPollo Tropical announces Mother's Day promo
May 2, 2014
For Mother's Day, Pollo Tropical is offering its Two Can Dine for $9.99 Mom and Me promotion.
read nowBd's Mongolian Grill's new campaign rewards 'adventurous eating'
May 2, 2014
From now through June 30, bd's Mongolian Grill will host its new campaign that rewards "adventurous eating." The company will offer adventurous eaters a chance…
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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.
read nowInfographic: The top 5 places for in-store marketing messages
May 1, 2014
A new restaurant patron survey that identified the most compelling marketing messages and assets to drive repeat business and inspire recommendations found…
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How to surprise and delight your loyal customers
by Jitendra Gupta — Mobile CRM Director, Punchh
Customers spend 15-20 percent more when they order online, so reward them for Web orders.
read nowSenate Republicans block minimum wage bill
May 1, 2014
The Obama Administration's objective to raise the minimum wage to $10.10, from its current $7.25, hit a major road bump Wednesday as Senate Republicans voted…
read nowRestaurant industry metrics reach 10-month high
May 1, 2014
Driven by stronger same-store sales and customer traffic and a more optimistic outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association's…
read nowMenchie's launches The Berry Bunch
May 1, 2014
Menchie's has introduced a new flavor to the lineup — The Berry Bunch — for a limited time through May 30. It features strawberries, blueberries and…
read nowRubio's introduces enchiladas to the menu
May 1, 2014
Rubio's Restaurants has added chef-crafted Enchilada Plates to its menu. According to a news release the new product line was created by Rubio's co-founder…
read nowFatburger plants flag in Oman
May 1, 2014
Fatburger has opened its first location in Oman's capital, Muscat. The fast casual burger chain enters the Oman market in collaboration with Dhabia…
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