Togo's signs multi-unit agreement in Arizona

October 16, 2013

Togo's Eateries Inc. has signed a development agreement with a new franchise group to open three restaurants in the Greater Phoenix area. The franchisees will…

Peet's Coffee and Tea rolls out at Magnolia Bakery locations

October 16, 2013

Peet's Coffee & Tea today was officially named as the exclusive coffee and tea provider at all Magnolia Bakery U.S. locations. To celebrate the new…

Jamba Juice, Isis team up for mobile payment promotion

October 16, 2013

Jamba Juice Co. and Isis, the mobile commerce joint venture created by AT&T Mobility, T-Mobile US Inc. and Verizon Wireless, will give away up to 1 million…

Boston Market extends government shutdown promotion

October 16, 2013

Boston Market is extending its offer of free chicken to federal employees and military personnel impacted by the government shutdown. Initially available from…

Starbucks' petition drive to end the shutdown nears 2M signatures

October 16, 2013

Starbucks Coffee Company has garnered nearly 2 million signatures for its petition drive asking leaders in Washington, D.C., to end the shutdown and pay the…

Restaurant industry responds to government shutdown with promos, pleas

October 11, 2013

Pie Five Pizza is the latest restaurant brand to launch a promotion in response to the government shutdown. The fast casual pizza concept is offering free…

Smashburger helping couple wed in Vegas

October 11, 2013

Smashburger is giving one couple the opportunity to get married in Las Vegas on the auspicious date of 11/12/13, according to a company press release. Couples…

How restaurants can win at gamification

If done correctly, gamification can engage customers and help restaurants grow their businesses.

Punchh adds next-generation mobile CRM, new COO

October 10, 2013

Punchh, a provider of mobile CRM for the restaurant industry, has launched a new product — Big Data Customer Segmentation — to further expand its market…

Zaxby's to fans: Prove yourself

October 10, 2013

Zaxby's has created a "Fan Special" meal to celebrate its loyal brand fans. TV spots are airing this week to encourage guests to participate in its "Prove…

Ivar's celebrating 75th anniversary

October 9, 2013

Ivar's, a Seattle-based fast casual seafood restaurant that also has three fulls-service restaurants, is celebrating 75 years in the business with a "surprise…

Mama Fu's hits the Black Market

October 9, 2013

Mama Fu's is releasing its Black Market Menu this week and will also launch a system-wide update to the regular menu. Updates will include new entrees, a new…

Mobile Websites Made Easy: Tips for Restaurant Operators

Mobile devices are quickly becoming the tool of choice to aid in dining decisions. A restaurant without a mobile website can be at a serious competitive…

Paciugo Gelato Caffè intros Apple Caramel, Spiced Pumpkin LTOs

October 8, 2013

Dallas-based Paciugo Gelato Caffè is warming up its fall menu with two new limited-time flavors: Apple Caramel and Spiced Pumpkin. Both are available through…

McAlister's launches sandwich, salad LTOs

October 8, 2013

McAlister's Deli is honoring fall with two Turkey Cranberry LTOs through Dec. 30. New menu items include:

Cosi rolling out digital campaign

October 8, 2013

Così, a fast casual restaurant chain with more than 100 restaurants, has teamed up with digital engagement provider ePrize to launch "Fall Into Così," a…

Robeks adds seasonal juices

October 8, 2013

Premium smoothie and juice franchise Robeks is taking its cues from the harvest schedule as it rolls out four fresh seasonal menu items for fall, according to…

Schlotzsky's adds 2 new made-to-order salads

October 8, 2013

Schlotzsky's has added to two new salads to the menu: the Italian Chopped and Southwestern Chicken salads, according to a company press release.

Pei Wei launches Sriracha Pineapple Pork Lettuce Wraps

October 8, 2013

To celebrate the fall season, Pei Wei Asian Diner is introducing a new limited-time menu offering, Sriracha Pineapple Pork Lettuce Wraps. Available now through…

Red Lobster's fast casual lunch is sinking ship

October 8, 2013

Red Lobster said this week that it is dropping Seaside Express, its version of a fast casual lunch, where lunch customers order and pay at the counter…