FREEBIRDS opens latest California unit

May 14, 2012

FREEBIRDS World Burrito has announced its opening in Elk Grove, Calif., bringing the number of locations in California to 14. To celebrate, FREEBIRDS will give…

Orange Leaf launches custom fro-yo app

May 14, 2012

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt has launched My Orange Leaf, (www.myorangeleaf.com), an online microsite and accompanying update to its existing mobile app…

Dude, where's my regs?

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Last July, the NRA and many other organizations suggested the FDA use flexibility for menu labeling stipulations as they apply to both chains and smaller…

Tasti D-Lite, Planet Smoothie debut in Walmart locations

May 14, 2012

Tasti D-Lite owner/operators Scott Hughes and Benton Tatum are expanding their portfolio to include a co-branded Tasti D-Lite and Planet Smoothie inside…

Panda Restaurant Group celebrates National Nurses Week

May 13, 2012

Children's Miracle Network Hospitals has announced that Panda Restaurant Group has increased their fundraising 123 percent over the previous year. In 2011…

Report: Restaurant sales up slightly in April

May 13, 2012

Following two months of disappointing declines, industry performance improved slightly in April as same-store sales returned to positive territory while guest…

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill to expand outside home state

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

Denver-based Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill is expanding outside of its home state for the first time since the chain's launch in 2007.

Value Menu: The top 12 benefits of digital menu boards [Infographic]

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

We surveyed QSR and fast casual operators to learn the top benefits of digital menu boards. We turned the results into this cool infographic.

NRA Show 2012: A display of industry growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Social media, mobile and point-of-sale trends have evolved.

Study: Millennials want emotional connections with brands

May 11, 2012

A new study by Technomic unveils what millennials (ages 19-34) look for in their dining experiences.

Quiznos overhauls brand, menu

May 11, 2012

Quiznos has launched a new branding campaign, called "QRAVE Quiznos," in addition to menu enhancements, franchisee resources and more.

2012 Top 100: Firehouse Subs No. 3

May 11, 2012

Firehouse Subs

Is it real or counterfeit? Practical tips in detecting counterfeit currency

Recognizing fake bills comes down to training that is easy to comprehend and makes sense, yet doesn't slow down the operation.

Freshii celebrates Chicago anniversary

May 10, 2012

Freshii is gearing up to honor its four-year anniversary in Chicago with a celebration from June 11–17 at all six locations.

High-impact, positive growth energizes 2012 NRA Show

May 10, 2012

The 93rd annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show and 5th annual International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event posted strong growth…

CherryBerry targets Idaho, Utah for growth

May 10, 2012

Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with Craig Dresser to develop its CherryBerry Self-Serve Yogurt…

MonkeyMedia Software makes first donation to Share Our Strength

May 10, 2012

In an effort to support Share Our Strength's mission to end childhood hunger, the founder and president of MonkeyMedia Software made its first donation to the…

Kitchen Innovations winners tout energy savings

The products were chosen based on innovation and their impact on operations.

Smashburger launches wedge salad burger LTO

May 9, 2012

Smashburger has announced the introduction of its Wedge Club Burger – available in restaurants for a limited time.

Ravioli Oli opens first location

May 9, 2012

The owners of Oak Brook, Ill.-based Ravioli Oli have opened the restaurant's first location created to bridge the gap between authentic, hand-crafted recipes…