Fazoli’s set to sponsor major harness racing event

June 17, 2014

Fazoli's will be the presenting sponsor for the 69th running of the $600,000 “Little Brown Jug brought to you by Fazoli’s” harness race for 3-year-olds.

Halal Guys hoping to become 'the Chipotle of Middle Eastern food'

June 16, 2014

The next big thing in fast casual dining might just be Middle Eastern street fare.

Will Panera add small order delivery as part of 2.0 push?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

During the company’s shareholder meeting last week, CEO Ron Shaich talked about expanding growth vehicles.

LED digital signage for new Buffalo Wild Wings flagship set to light up Times Square

June 16, 2014

The new Buffalo Wild Wings location in New York City's Times Square will feature full-motion LED digital signage to fit into the hustle and bustle of the…

Kids’ menu orders up 40% each year since 2012

June 16, 2014

New research from GrubHub reveals that kids' menu orders have grown 40 percent each year since 2012, with 17 percent of takeout restaurants now offering a…

Jersey Mike’s calls first campus location a ‘big success’

June 16, 2014

Jersey Mike’s Subs has reported results from its first campus-based location at Monmouth University, which opened in September 2013. The sandwich chain just…

Wingstop plans 50 restaurants in the Philippines

June 16, 2014

Wingstop last week opened the first of 50 restaurants planned in the Philippines. The new restaurant debuted at Regis Center, Katipinuan, in the largest and…

Starbucks hopes to retain employees with new college tuition program

June 16, 2014

Starbucks today announced it is now offering full tuition reimbursement for its employees to complete their bachelor’s degree. The “Starbucks College…

Jamba Juice opens Ballpark Village location

June 16, 2014

Jamba Juice Company announced its continued expansion in the St. Louis market with the opening of a store at Ballpark Village, located at 601 Clark Street. The…

Schlotzsky’s launches new campaign through mobile loyalty app

June 16, 2014

Schlotzsky’s has launched a new campaign to encourage fans to download its new Lotz4Me Guest Rewards mobile app. The campaign follows John S. and Mike L., who…

5 steps to get more (raving) customer reviews

Seventy-nine percent of consumers trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations.

Buffalo Wild Wings launches Instagram account

June 13, 2014

Buffalo Wild Wings has added an Instagram account, just in time to engage FIFA World Cup fans. The channel was introduced with the help of the brand’s social…

Starbucks’ La Boulange concept now open in LA with all-day menu

June 13, 2014

La Boulange opened the doors to its first restaurant outside of its hometown San Francisco Thursday. The new Los Angeles bakery-café features an all-day menu…

Smashburger kicks off summer road trip to expose brand

June 13, 2014

Smashburger has launched a social media campaign, #SmashRoadTrip, geared toward creating awareness for the brand.

Wahoo’s Fish Taco guest counts up from loyalty mobile app launch

June 13, 2014

Wahoo’s Fish Taco announced that its guest count has increased since the rollout of its CircleShout-built mobile loyalty app. According to a news release…

Wayback Burgers hosts annual free shake day

June 13, 2014

Wayback Burgers’ 80-plus locations will give away free junior Black & White Milkshakes all day on June 24 for its annual Free Shake Day. The Black &…

Little Greek expanding throughout Florida

June 13, 2014

Little Greek plans to open five new locations in Q4, including in Valrico, Orlando, Clearwater and Spring Hill, Fla., and Colleyville, Texas.

Mindshare, Empathica team up to offer customer experience data platform

June 13, 2014

Mindshare Technologies, which acquired Empathica in September 2013, announced that the two companies have united under a new corporate entity and mission…

Sticky’s Finger Joint adds another NYC location

June 13, 2014

The second Sticky’s Finger Joint is set to open in New York City June 19 at 33rd St. and 3rd Ave. in Murray Hill. Founding partners Paul Abrahamian and Jon…

Red Mango expands c-store presence

June 13, 2014

Red Mango will open its newest location this summer inside a Gulf convenience store in Windsor, N.J., under the management of Rupe Grewal. According to a news…