Pollo Tropical offering dads a BOGO deal

June 9, 2014

Pollo Tropical can celebrate dads with a buy-one-get-one-free 1/4 chicken meal with two sides on June 15. To redeem the offer, customers need to text “DAD” to…

Tyson submits bid to buy Hillshire for $8.55B

June 9, 2014

Tyson Foods Inc. today announced it has submitted a unilaterally binding offer to acquire all outstanding shares of The Hillshire Brands Company for a price of…

Zoës Kitchen Q1 comp sales up nearly 6%

June 9, 2014

Zoës Kitchen Inc. last week reported financial results for the 16 weeks ended April 21. Compared to the same period in 2013, the company reported:

Jamba Juice raises $200K for American Heart Association

June 9, 2014

Jamba Juice announced that it raised more than $200,000 during its four-week campaign for the American Heart Association. Funds were raised through the Whirl’d…

Dickey’s Barbecue marks debut in Louisville, Ky.

June 9, 2014

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is set to make its debut in Louisville, Ky., June 12, under the leadership of David Robinson. According to a news release, Robinson is a…

Meatheads recruits Chicago Bears kicker for fundraiser

June 9, 2014

Meatheads is now offering a special burger, “The Goulden Burger,” created in honor of Chicago Bears kicker Robbie Gould and his public charity, The Goulden…

Outlook for restaurant job growth at a 2-year high

June 9, 2014

Restaurant operators’ outlook for staffing is at a two-year high, according to new information from National Restaurant Association Chief Economist Bruce…

Biggest challenge for breakfast daypart is converting eat-at-home consumers

Americans spend only 12 minutes eating breakfast; those 12 minutes should be seen as precious by restaurant operators.

Health focus driving children's menu options

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Although it is not the restaurant industry's job to fix the problems associated with childhood obesity, the industry can take steps to ensure children of all…

Video walls, drive-thru kiosks hot menu items at NRA14

Digital signage video walls and touchscreen self-order drive-thru kiosks were among the technology highlights at this year's National Restaurant Association…

Mobile restaurant ordering platform receives $4M funding

June 6, 2014

Siftit, a mobile restaurant ordering platform, announced this week that it has closed a $4 million Series A round of venture capital funding, led by…

The breakfast wars

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

Pizza operators have everything they need to dive into the morning daypart, except eggs.

Starbucks donates $3M to Chinese leadership program

June 6, 2014

Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz this week reaffirmed the brand’s commitment to China by announcing Starbucks Foundation’s $3 million investment throughout the…

New Miami Subs Grill rolls out World Cup collectors items

June 6, 2014

The New Miami Subs Grill is celebrating the FIFA World Cup in Brazil this month with a special limited‐time offer: From June 12 to July 13, fans can purchase…

Cowboy Chicken partners with Texas beverage company for exclusive tea blend

June 6, 2014

Cowboy Chicken Wood Fire Rotisserie has announced the return of its fresh-cut watermelon and Watermelon Tea. This year, Cowboy Chicken partnered with Texas…

JTM Food Group removes ‘yoga mat’ chemical from all bakery products

June 6, 2014

JTM Food Group has responded to growing public concerns regarding the use of ADA, or azodicarbonamide, in bakery products, reformulating its bread items…

Togo's adds Cuban flair to sandwich line

June 6, 2014

Togo's Eateries Inc. has introduced its latest premium pork sandwich — the new Toasted Cuban sandwich, featuring pulled pork and Black Forest ham topped with…

Kneaders Bakery & Café named as state’s top pastry provider

June 6, 2014

Orem, Utah-based Kneaders Bakery & Cafe has received the Best-of-State pastry award.

Johnny Rockets plans entry into Colombia and Tunisia

June 6, 2014

Johnny Rockets marks its 28th anniversary today, and plans to celebrate by announcing its intention to enter two new markets this year — Colombia and Tunisia.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian offering franchising discount for teachers

June 6, 2014

Just in time for summer break, Maui Wowi Hawaiian has announced its Teacher Discount. The offer, which is valid until the end of August 2014, gives retired or…