Balboa Capital named preferred lender for McAlister's

March 3, 2014

McAlister's Deli has named Balboa Capital as a preferred lender for franchisees, who require financing for furniture, fixtures and equipment, lease-hold…

Noodles & Co reports strong Q4, blames weather for 2014's slow start

March 3, 2014

Noodles & Company reported that its total revenue was up 17.4 percent from $77.9 million to $91.5, for the fourth quarter of 2013 compared to the fourth…

US Foods' new spring line highlights spicy flavors

March 3, 2014

US Foods' new product line brings the heat with offerings such as Glenview Farms Smoky Ghost Pepper Jack Cheese Slices, Hilltop Hearth Hot and Spicy Buns and…

Orange Leaf embraces pistachio

March 3, 2014

As part of its "Year of the Flavor," Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt is welcoming March with the introduction of a new Pistachio fro-yo. The flavor is available…

Menchie's launches March LTOs

March 3, 2014

Menchie's has created two new LTOs that are available now through March 31. The first is Chocolate Dunk'd Waffle Bowls, and the second is a new fro-yo flavor…

Dickey's adding seven units in Omaha

March 3, 2014

Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants is expanding its reach in Omaha with the opening of its first location there last month under Franchisee Joe Nguyen. The chain…

Chipotle partnering with Major League Soccer

March 3, 2014

Chipotle Mexican Grill is now the official fast casual Mexican restaurant of MLS and 12 MLS Clubs. The sponsorship will be Chipotle's largest single sports…

Smoothie King accelerating North Carolina expansion plans

March 3, 2014

Smoothie King Franchises is targeting select cities throughout North Carolina for franchise expansion. With more than 25 stores open in North Carolina, the…

GrubHub files paperwork to go public

March 3, 2014

GrubHub Inc., formerly known as GrubHub Seamless Inc., announced last week that it has publicly filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the U.S.

Canadian Restaurant Association gets a brand makeover

March 3, 2014

In celebration of its 70th anniversary in 2014, the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association has changed its brand identity to support its strategic…

Allergy training on continued education fast track

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

It is imperative to train managers, chefs, line cooks and servers about the importance of cross contamination and food preparation.

Taking action: Converting mobile users into loyal customers

Restaurants must allow mobile users to control mobile interaction.

Dash raises $1.2 million for restaurant payments app

February 28, 2014

Dash has raised $1.2 million in seed capital for its restaurant mobile payment platform, and has release a new iOS 7 app update, the company has announced. The…

Taking a deep dive into beverage trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Consumers have told us they want more coffee, tea and alcohol options from restaurants

Newk's adds Lenten-friendly menu

February 28, 2014

Newk's Eatery's spring menu is featuring seafood dishes suited for the Lenten season, according to a company press release.

Freshii signs franchise deal for Saudi Arabia

February 28, 2014

Freshii has signed an area development deal to expand its presence in the Middle East, which currently includes two units in Dubai. The new franchisee, Raddah…

Burger 21 expands Atlanta presence

February 28, 2014

Burger 21 has signed two agreements to develop three units in the Atlanta area. Alex Kim will open a restaurant in Johns Creek, Ga., later this year, while new…

Smoothie King launches discount for multi-unit franchisees

February 28, 2014

Smoothie King Franchises has announced an incentive program giving new franchisees the opportunity to save money when they sign a multi-unit agreement to open…

Weather dampened restaurant traffic in January

February 28, 2014

One theme touched upon during most recent earnings calls has been the severe winter weather's impact on restaurant traffic. According to the National…

Research shows strong connection between restaurant ambiance and consumer appeal

February 28, 2014

New research from Technomic's Consumer Brand Metrics tool outlines how restaurant ambiance can affect consumers' value perceptions.