Menchie's celebrates growth milestone

May 21, 2012

With more than 185 stores worldwide and an additional 400 stores under development, Menchie's is securing its international presence as a growing frozen yogurt…

Chipotle shares drop after SEC joins hiring investigation

May 21, 2012

Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill dropped nearly 2 percent May 21 after the reported news of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission joining an…

Tossed expands in Boston's financial district

May 21, 2012

The Tossed salad chain is opening its second Boston location, this time in the city's Financial District.

SEC joins Chipotle hiring probe

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Chipotle received a subpoena from the SEC May 17 requesting information in regard to its hiring practices.

Jason's Deli franchisees celebrate 10 years in Southwest Florida

May 20, 2012

Jason’s Deli is celebrating 10 years in Southwest Florida by donating a percentage of sales to 10 local charities.The Power of Ten promotion will focus…

Cosi net loss decreases, comps on the rise

May 20, 2012

Così, Inc. has reported a 47 percent decrease in its net loss for the first quarter ended April 2. Net loss was reduced to $1.12 million as compared to a net…

Jimmy John's founder a case study in risk-reward

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Jimmy John Liautaud offers some advice for franchising during NRA Show panel.

Four Strategies to Negotiating a Rent Reduction

Preparation, facts and a good attitude can go a long way to trimming a restaurant's lease.

Red Robin sets stage for fast casual concept expansion

May 17, 2012

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers plans to open additional fast casual restaurants in 2012, according to the company's first quarter earnings report released May 16.

NRA 2012: PCI compliance

Jessica Welsh, marketing communications manager at VendorSafe, discusses the issue of PCI compliance for the restaurant industry during the 2012 NRA Show in…

The most important issue facing restaurant owners today: tip reporting

by Rick Casmass — VP Marketing, Valiant

I’ve worked many years for tips. I began my restaurant career when I was 14 (don’t tell the Labor department). I’ve been a busboy, a waiter, a bartender, and…

Qdoba improves operating margins

May 17, 2012

Jack in the Box Inc. reported a profit of $21.6 million for the second quarter ended April 15, compared to $6.8 million for Q2 2011.

Fast casual segment rises above competition

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

A new study conducted by market research firm Technomic has found that sales at the top 150 fast casual chains grew 8.4 percent in 2011. In comparison, 201…

Starbucks makes executive changes

May 16, 2012

Starbucks Coffee Company has announced several leadership changes to accelerate its innovation and growth. The company announced the following leadership moves…

Blurring of the lines between QSR and Fast Casual

By Mindy Armstrong, Insights Manager, Food IQ 

Centerbridge Partners commences tender offer outstanding shares of P.F. Chang's

May 15, 2012

In connection with a previously announced merger agreement entered into to acquire P.F. Chang's China Bistro Inc., Wok Parent LLC, Wok Holdings Inc. and Wok…

Togo's adds real estate manager to exec team

May 15, 2012

Togo's Inc. has announced that it has hired Zina Hyman as real estate manager for the company. Hyman most recently served as director of Leasing for Dasher…

Mobile: What your customers are using

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Panel discusses trends in the table and delivery service spaces as they apply to restaurant strategies.

April sales set record at Fazoli's

May 14, 2012

New marketing and hospitality programs launched in early April, combined with a recently revamped menu, expanded service and a new unit design, have helped…

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…