Charley's Rolls out beer battered fish sandwich

February 21, 2012

Charley’s Grilled Subs is giving customers a reason to look forward to Lent this year by unveiling a freshly prepared Crispy Beer Battered Fish Sandwich.

Cousins Subs renews focus on products, growth and marketing

February 21, 2012

Wisconsin-based Cousins Subs is marking its 40th anniversary with new initiatives that focus on its products, franchise growth and marketing investments.

Commentary: Pinterest offers restaurants another way to communicate with customers

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Schlotzsky's kicks off 30th Annual Run Bun

February 14, 2012

Schlotzsky’s has announced its 30th Annual Bun Run, scheduled for April 29 in Austin, Texas. The longest-running 5K in Austin’s history is adding a 10K for the…

California Tortilla rebrands airport locations to Burrito Elito

February 14, 2012

California Tortilla has unveiled Burrito Elito, a sister concept that will debut in Boston Logan and Philadelphia airports.

Commentary: Five key secrets of social loyalty

For restaurant operators, 2011 was a better year than 2010. But with continuing unemployment in the U.S. and Europe, and slow economic growth forecasts for…

Qdoba wants guests to share the love

February 6, 2012

Qdoba Mexican Grill is encouraging its guests to share the love again this Feb. 14 with the return of its popular BOGO for a Kiss Valentine’s Day promotion.

Firehouse Subs restructures marketing team

February 5, 2012

Firehouse Subs has announced the promotions of several key marketing members, as well as additional talent following comparable sales increases since late…

Former Einstein Noah CMO heads to Sonic

February 5, 2012

James O'Reilly, who recently stepped down from his position as chief concept officer at Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, has been namedsenior vice president and…

Einstein Noah marketing & brand leader to leave post

February 2, 2012

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, operating under the Einstein Bros. Bagels, Noah's New York Bagels, and Manhattan Bagel brands, has announced that James P.

The Apps of Foodservice

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

Now is the time for restaurants to take control of their mobile presence -- develop apps, mobilize websites, give flexibility to online menus, add special…

Dunkin' Donuts, Taco Bell, Quiznos test Facebook loyalty program

January 25, 2012

Plink, a Facebook credits-based online-to-offline loyalty program, has officially launched, rewarding customers for dining at their favorite restaurants.

FATZ enters into partnership with VeggieTales

January 25, 2012

As part of its ongoing re-branding efforts, FATZ is introducing a children's meal program featuring VeggieTales, the children's series of talking vegetables…

Chipotle's Super Bowl promotion includes half-off burrito boxes

January 24, 2012

Chipotle is tossing its hat into the Super Bowl advertising juggernaut, with a bit of a twist.

Starbucks extending wine, beer, evening daypart offerings

January 24, 2012

Responding to customer demand for more options during the evening daypart, Starbucks Coffee Company has announced plans to bring wine, beer and premium food…

Jamba Juice hosting energy beverage giveaway

January 24, 2012

On Jan. 23, more than 500 Jamba Juice outlets across the country will give away free samples of Nestlé Jamba All-Natural Energy Beverages.

Starbucks named a top global brand, place to work

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

January 19, 2012

Based on financial performance and brand strength, Starbucks was listed on Intrabrand's top 100 global brands of 2011. The Seattle-based coffee chain was No.

Energy Kitchen trims fat from menu prices

January 18, 2012

Energy Kitchen, which has restaurant locations in New York, New Jersey and Florida, has cut its menu prices and is introducing better-for-you combo meals.

Zoes Kitchen adds to executive leadership team

January 17, 2012

As part of its extensive growth plan, Zoës Kitchen has announced major additions to the company's executive leadership team. The company named Archie Andrews…

Panda Express celebrates Chinese New Year with free Firecracker Chicken

January 17, 2012

Panda Express will celebrate the 2012 Chinese New Year holiday and the Year of the Dragon on Jan. 23 with a free entree serving of Firecracker Chicken Breast…