Menchie's CEO featured on 'Undercover Boss'

October 25, 2013

Menchie's CEO Amit Kleinberger will appear tonight on the CBS series "Undercover Boss" at 8 p.m./7c. During his journey to different franchise locations…

The importance of brand rails at the Fast Casual Executive Summit

Ken Kimmel, co-founder of On the Spot Systems, a customer-satisfaction measurement company, and a former Dunkin' Donuts executive, talked to editor Cherryh…

4 restaurant marketing keys for 2014 from the Fast Casual Executive Summit

Ellen Hartman, president and CEO of Hartman Public Relations, talked to senior editor Cherryh Butler at the 2013 Fast Casual Executive Summit. Hartman…

Cheba Hut rolls out new menu

October 23, 2013

Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs has rolled out a new menu item featuring sandwiches, salads and "Munchies" (appetizers).

Bareburger adopts PunchTab

October 23, 2013

PunchTab, an omni-channel loyalty and engagement platform, announced this week that Bareburger has adopted PunchTab's technology.

Fatburger launches burger with Grey Poupon

October 23, 2013

Fatburger is now offering two new LTOs — the Red Velvet Milkshake and the Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard Mushroom Swiss Fatburger — through the holidays, according…

MOOYAH focuses on consumer engagement with online game

October 23, 2013

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes is redefining how it talks to customers by engaging with them directly through a digital game sweepstakes, according to a…

Revamped app allows businesses to create coupons from photos, messages

October 22, 2013

Photopon, a custom couponing app, has launched version 2.0 of the iOS app in the Apple iTunes Store. Available throughout the U.S., Photopon lets users select…

Garbanzo going 'Beananas'

October 21, 2013

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill is celebrating Garbanzo Bean Day this week by hosting fundraisers for its non-profit partner FIRST DESCENTS and giving freebies to…

Millennials want to help your brand share its story

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The 80 million-strong Millennial demographic currently accounts for about 21 percent of all consumer spending.

Food Court Wars returning with focus on local offerings

October 18, 2013

Rouse Properties Inc., a national owner and operator of regional enclosed malls, announced its partnership with One Potato Two Potato, a joint venture…

Corner Bakery giving away Panini

October 18, 2013

Corner Bakery Café is launching its Perfect Panini Sweepstakes to give fans a shot at a year of free Panini, according to a company press release. After…

Le Duff America raises $720,000 for No Kid Hungry Campaign

October 17, 2013

Le Duff America, which owns 400-plus Bruegger's Bagels, la Madeleine and Mimi's Cafe locations, announced today that its fundraising efforts generated more…

Counter Burger intros 'Not Your Granny's Turkey Burger'

October 17, 2013

In conjunction with the autumn holiday season, The Counter Custom Built Burgers is serving its new "Not Your Granny's Turkey Burger" throughout November. The…

Daphne's intros Cali-Greek Bowl

October 17, 2013

Daphne's California Greek has launched its new Cali-Greek Bowl, a new menu item that combines two world flavors in one bowl, according to a company press…

Costa Vida launches Baja-inspired Mahi Fish Tacos

October 17, 2013

Costa Vida is staying true to the coastal life with the addition of the Mahi Fish Taco to its Baja, Calif.-inspired menu nationwide, according to a company…

Study: Card-linked marketing works

October 17, 2013

Cardlytics, a provider of card-linked marketing, has announced the findings of its 2013 State of CLM Study, which fielded 300 marketing professionals in…

How Do You Roll? celebrates 5 years

October 17, 2013

How Do You Roll? will celebrate its fifth anniversary by offering all menu items for $5 or less. The celebration runs nationwide through Oct. 31

Restaurant advertising falls short of being memorable, relatable

October 17, 2013

A new white paper released by market research firm Technomic reveals what consumers think about leading restaurant brands' advertising efforts. As reported in…

How to add the right beverages and desserts to the menu mix

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Don't be bullied into doing something just because a competitor is doing it well.