Restaurant industry outlook improves slightly

The NRA's comprehensive index of restaurant activity registered in October its first gain in three months.

Brands gear up for holiday catering opportunities

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Fast casual concepts look to strengthen fourth quarter results by boosting their year-end catering sales.

Brands gear up for holiday catering opportunities

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Fast casual concepts look to strengthen fourth quarter results by boosting their year-end catering sales.

Convenience spurs record growth for Einstein Bros. Bagels

November 22, 2009

Einstein Bros. Bagels is scoring a trifecta with consumers and food service groups alike, hitting on the three elements that distinguish the brand as a…

Convenience spurs record growth for Einstein Bros. Bagels

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November 22, 2009

Einstein Bros. Bagels is scoring a trifecta with consumers and food service groups alike, hitting on the three elements that distinguish the brand as a…

New owners of Pat & Oscar's launch revitalization effort

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

New owners launch innovative menu items and upgraded décor to polish their 'diamond in the rough.'

New owners of Pat & Oscar's launch revitalization effort

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

New owners launch innovative menu items and upgraded décor to polish their 'diamond in the rough.'

Moe's redelivers Chicken Club holiday classic

November 18, 2009

Moe's Chicken Club burrito and quesadilla are returning to the menu this holiday season, and this year they are joined by the new Chicken Club nachos.   Since…

Truitt Bros. steps in to fill pumpkin-shortage void

November 18, 2009

In the wake of a Libby's canned pumpkin shortage, Truitt Bros. has announced the availability of its pumpkin pie filling for restaurants and foodservice…

McAlister's serves 150,000+ cups during free tea promo

November 18, 2009

This summer, as part of its "Leave Sweet Tea to the Pros" promotion, McAlister's Deli held a Free Tea Day on July 23. The chain served more than 150,00…

Moe's redelivers Chicken Club holiday classic

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November 18, 2009

Moe's Chicken Club burrito and quesadilla are returning to the menu this holiday season, and this year they are joined by the new Chicken Club nachos.   Since…

Togo's introduces smaller sandwiches for $2.50

November 17, 2009

California sandwich chain Togo's Eateries Inc. has announced the introduction if its Mini Classics, smaller-sized versions of the company's six most popular…

Holiday retail sales projected to improve

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

As holiday shoppers hit the streets, restaurant operators remain cautiously optimistic.

Fuddruckers intros Fudds Prime Burgers

November 16, 2009

Fuddrucker's has introduced Fudds Prime, 100 percent all-American premium-cut, vegetarian-fed beef from Fudds Herd, slated to launch today in participating…

Boston Market launches holiday meal deals

November 16, 2009

To help alleviate holiday stress, Boston Market's chef-inspired Catered Holiday Buffets will feature several packages this year, including Deluxe, Premium and…

California Tortilla to give away turkey chili

November 15, 2009

California Tortilla will celebrate free Turkey Chili Day on Nov. 19 as any customer making any purchase will receive a free 4 oz. cup of Turkey Chili, as well…

Jamba Inc. turned net income around in Q3 2009

November 12, 2009

Natural food and juice store Jamba Inc. released its third quarter ended Oct. 6 results, revealing an upswing in net income that had been negative in third…

Tossed upgrades image, logo

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The salad chain launches a new store prototype to unveil in Boston.

Caribou Coffee rolls out all-natural chocolate beverages

November 11, 2009

Caribou Coffee has reformulated all of its mochas and chocolate beverages to utilize real, all-natural chocolate now available in white, milk and dark…

Calbi Fusion Tacos and Burritos rolls into Universal Studios

November 9, 2009

Calbi Fusion Tacos and Burritos, the two mobile-unit Los Angeles-based Korean taco truck chain, has announced a three-month residence at Universal Studios…