LivingSocial survey: Lunch is most popular dine-out opportunity

September 14, 2011

LivingSocial has released results from its first "Dining Out" survey of consumer behavior. The research was conducted among 4,000 Americans by Mandala Research.

Starbucks' new Gold Coast Blend benefits schools

September 12, 2011

To celebrate the arrival of fall, Starbucks is rolling out its Gold Coast Blend – Morning Joe Edition. The coffee was introduced in grocery stores in 2009 to…

Jamba Juice teams up with 'Diet Diva' Tara Gidus

September 12, 2011

Jamba Juice Company is partnering up with "Diet Diva" Tara Gidus, a registered dietician/nutritionist and nationally recognized expert in nutrition and…

The veggie burger: 'Is what's for dinner'

A spike in vegetarianism is inspiring fast casuals to go gourmet with meatless options.

Fast casuals find flavor trends for fall

How fast casual restaurants are embracing new menu options for the season.

Burgers, brats and Mongolian Grill?

September 8, 2011

To celebrate football season, bd's Mongolian Grill is providing diners with tailgating fare, including burgers, brats and beer.

Burger 21 seeking franchisees

September 8, 2011

Owners of The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc. are ready to franchise its fast casual concept, Burger 21.

NPD Group: Millennials' influence on foodservice industry growing

September 6, 2011

Millennials made more than 13 billion of the 59 billion visits made to foodservice establishments in 2010 and spent $73 billion dollars, according to The NPD…

Asia welcomes Starbucks Via Ready Brew

September 5, 2011

Starbucks Coffee Company is expanding its VIA Ready Brew to Singapore, one of six additional Asia Pacific markets that will soon offer the coffee. By the end…

Five Guys earns top burger in Zagat's 2011 survey

September 5, 2011

McDonald's, Subway and Wendy's were big winners in this year's Zagat's National Fast Food Restaurant Survey, released today.

Veggie burger heats up Cali

September 1, 2011

Luna Grill's new Organic Veggie Burger is so popular that the restaurant sold out of them three times in the first week of opening its Hillcrest location in…

Noodles & Co. hits Connecticut

August 31, 2011

Noodles & Company, the Colorado-based restaurant concept that serves made-to-order noodles, salads, soups and sandwiches, has a new development agreement…

Fast casual growth a boon for burger segment

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Fast casual brands now represent a majority of the Top 75 burger chains in Technomic's new report.

Qdoba's Queso Quest rolls out in Chicago

August 29, 2011

Qdoba Mexican Grill has teamed up with Chicago comedian Joey Dundale to launch the Queso Quest in the Windy City.

Boston Market revamps Los Angeles restaurants

August 29, 2011

Boston Market has rolled out changes to its Los Angeles-area restaurants designed to significantly enhance the guest experience.

EVOS Health Kids Lunch Program expands

August 29, 2011

EVOS has announced that it will continue to expand its EVOS Healthy Kids Lunch Program at public and private schools in all of its markets this school year.

Chipotle releases short film to animate sustainable farming

August 29, 2011

As part of its ongoing efforts to promote sustainability, Chipotle Mexican Grill has produced a new stop-motion animated short film called "Back to the Start…

Living the dream

by Jon Sooy — VP Sales and Marketing, Golden Pacific Systems, Inc.

It was just a day like any other day. It was filled with lots of action, excitement and pressure. The restaurant business is tough, but you love it. Your head…

Zoup! Names new purchasing specialist

August 24, 2011

Zoup! Fresh Soup Company has named Clyde Manion as its purchasing specialist. With more than 30 years of experience in the food industry, Manion will be…

Firehouse Subs spreads to Puerto Rico

August 21, 2011

Firehouse Subs has announced plans for a 26-unit expansion in Puerto Rico within the next few years through a partnership agreement with Caribbean Restaurants…