Restaurant operators optimistic about sales growth

May 1, 2013

Buoyed by positive sales results and a more optimistic outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index…

Sbarro prepares to step outside the mall food court

May 1, 2013

Sbarro is ready to launch a new fast casual concept in Columbus, Ohio, that will bring the brand into somewhat unchartered waters — beyond the mall food court.

Food trucks: Full speed ahead or already yielding?

Industry experts debate the staying power of the restaurants on wheels.

What's new, and what's not, about giving great customer service

Customers have changed in ways that will profoundly impact how you deal with them.

NRA proposing changes to E-Verify to better suit small restaurant owners

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Employers can rely on E-Verify to help them comply with the law.

Flying Pan takes off in US

April 30, 2013

Tampa, Fla., is home to the Flying Pan's new U.S. flagship store, according to a company press release. Franchisor BFC Retail Group plans to develop a cluster…

Barberitos adds 5 units

April 30, 2013

Barberitos Franchising Inc. has signed five more locations in the Southeast, bringing the total number of franchised Barberitos locations to 48.

New mobile survey solution to help restaurants 'quickly address customer complaints'

April 30, 2013

Maritz Research has launched a customer survey system designed for the food service industry. The solution, Capella Restaurant, is the newest addition to the…

Mobile-POS integrator eThor secures $1M in funding

April 30, 2013

Restaurant and retail industry point-of-sale integration platform eThor has announced a $1 million investment into the company by AVAC Ltd., a private Alberta…

California Tortilla celebrating Cinco de Mayo

April 30, 2013

California Tortilla is celebrating Cinco de Mayo with online and in-store promotions, including a virtual twist on the traditional piñata. Fans visiting the…

5 reasons Millennials love pizza

by Jeff Fromm — Executive Vice President, Barkley

Pizza might be one of the most versatile ways to grab a quick bite to eat. It comes in takeout, delivery, dine-in, frozen and take-and-bake. Pizza is a staple…

Uncle Maddio's plans four new units next month

April 30, 2013

Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint will open four new locations next month. The pizza franchise will open its first restaurant in both Florida (Tallahassee) and…

Study: Consumers want e-commerce, loyalty options from restaurants

April 30, 2013

A new survey from EMN8 shows that consumers want the option of ordering food online from their favorite QSRs.

The future of the restaurant industry is bright

by Marla Topliff — President, Rosati's Pizza

The energy and enthusiasm of tomorrow’s restaurant leaders was palpable at the recent ProStart Invitational event.

Olympic gold medalist Summer Sanders named as Jamba Juice spokesperson

April 29, 2013

Jamba Juice Co. announced today that TV sports commentator and former Olympic champion swimmer Summer Sanders will serve as a company spokesperson and member…

McAlister's Deli turns in 11th straight quarter of sales growth

April 29, 2013

McAlister's Deli announced a same-store sales increase of 5 percent during the first quarter of 2013, marking the brand's 11th straight quarter of positive…

Smashburger plants flag in Panama

April 29, 2013

Smashburger and QSR International LDC, a multibrand developer, today announced a new partnership agreement with Diqueos Tagaropulos and his company…

NRA Show will include marketing strategies session

April 29, 2013

Linda Duke, CEO of Duke Marketing LLC, will moderate a panel of three Marketing Executive Group (MEG) board members at the 93rd National Restaurant Association…

Starbucks mobile payment app nears 4M transactions per week

April 29, 2013

Impressive numbers for its mobile payment app are now a regular part of Starbucks' quarterly analyst calls. They've been catnip for payment analysts and last…

Smashburger veterans launching fast casual pizza concept

April 29, 2013

Denver-based Consumer Capital Partners, founded by Rick Schaden and his father Richard Schaden, is planning to open a new fast casual pizza concept next month…