I could not have said it better myself

by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America

Put a bunch of fast casual restaurateurs in a room together and before long it is likely that a discussion will break out on what sets us apart from our fast…

Dunkin' Donuts, Taco Bell, Quiznos test Facebook loyalty program

January 25, 2012

Plink, a Facebook credits-based online-to-offline loyalty program, has officially launched, rewarding customers for dining at their favorite restaurants.

Starbucks endorses same-sex marriage

January 25, 2012

Seattle-based Starbucks Corp. has issued a statement in support of same-sex marriage legislation in Washington State.

Smashburger breaks through 2011 with 55% unit growth

January 25, 2012

Smashburger has announced a summary of its 2011 accomplishments and its plans for 2012. The fast causal concept opened 51 new units in 2011, which includes…

NRA responds favorably to State of the Union, calls for long-term certainty

January 25, 2012

Topics of job growth, immigration reform and energy efficiency are of particular interest to the restaurant industry.

Commentary: Do higher prices drive customers away?

Talk to your customers before you make the improvements to ascertain that they're willing to pay for the improvement.

Einstein Noah adds member to board of directors

January 25, 2012

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, parent company of Einstein Bros. Bagels, Noah's New York Bagels and Manhattan Bagel brands, has named Edna Morris to its board…

Quiznos completes debt restructuring

January 25, 2012

Quiznos has successfully completed its previously announced financial restructuring on an out-of-court basis.

Consumers vote Red Mango as best of Long Island

January 25, 2012

Red Mango has been named by Long Island Press readers as one of the Best of Long Island 2012 National Winners.

Saladworks announces record growth in 2011

January 25, 2012

Saladworks has announced that its stores had a record year with strong surges in same store sales, with fourth quarter results showing a 15 percent comps…

FATZ enters into partnership with VeggieTales

January 25, 2012

As part of its ongoing re-branding efforts, FATZ is introducing a children's meal program featuring VeggieTales, the children's series of talking vegetables…

Bruegger's opens first military base location

January 25, 2012

Bruegger’s has opened its first military base location at Naval Base San Diego through a joint agreement between Bruegger’s and Navy Exchange Service Command.

The Counter signs 33-unit international development deal

January 25, 2012

The Counter Custom Built Burgers and Americana Group, the Middle East’s leading restaurant, food product distributor and retail company, have announced a…

Top 100: Qdoba Mexican Grill No. 26

January 24, 2012

26. Qdoba Mexican Grill Wheat Ridge, Colo. / No. of units: 500+ We may look back on 2010 as the year of brand differentiation, with countless concepts…

Restaurant.com launches iPhone app

January 24, 2012

The Restaurant.com iPhone mobile app, now available in Apple's App Store, gives diners the ability to scan nearby dining options, purchase a paperless savings…

Chipotle's Super Bowl promotion includes half-off burrito boxes

January 24, 2012

Chipotle is tossing its hat into the Super Bowl advertising juggernaut, with a bit of a twist.

Starbucks extending wine, beer, evening daypart offerings

January 24, 2012

Responding to customer demand for more options during the evening daypart, Starbucks Coffee Company has announced plans to bring wine, beer and premium food…

Jamba Juice hosting energy beverage giveaway

January 24, 2012

On Jan. 23, more than 500 Jamba Juice outlets across the country will give away free samples of Nestlé Jamba All-Natural Energy Beverages.

Three Benefits of Automated Project Management

The right project management tool can save deployers time, offer better information and provide cost savings.

Caribou Coffee launches light and dark roasts

January 22, 2012

Caribou Coffee has announced the launch two new coffees, crafted to bring coffee drinkers a broad spectrum of flavors available. Starlight and Eclipse round…