DoorDash top focus when it comes to food delivery coupons

December 14, 2022

Consumers seeking food takeout coupons hit DoorDash the most and Papa John's is the single most searched for restaurant when it comes to discounts.

Starbucks testing NFT experience

December 9, 2022

Starbucks is brewing up excitement around NFTs with the launch Starbucks Odyssey Journeys, a series of entertaining, interactive activities to earn collectible…

Smashburger, Broncos running back tackling wings

December 5, 2022

Colorado-based Smashburger is teaming up with Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams to promote its latest menu extension — wings. In honor of his jersey…

Rubio's taps SMG to collect customer feedback

December 1, 2022

Rubio's Coastal Grill, which has over 150 locations, has tapped Kansas City-based Service Management Group to help improve real-time, prescriptive feedback…

Starbird, Fuku, Atomic Wings leaders talk love-hate relationship with delivery apps

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Brand leaders offer insight on managing third-party delivery apps and the brand app and hurdling challenges.

Restaurant gift cards sales dip while dollar figure jumps

November 30, 2022

Overall restaurant gift card sales were down nearly 6.8% for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend compared to 2021, but the average dollar amount loaded per card…

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Red Chickz, Brix Holdings, Thanx execs talk loyalty programs, personalization, social media

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Three executives spoke about issues in the restaurant industry at the Fast Casual Executive Summit held last month in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Mooyah Burgers, Jersey Mike's leaders share loyalty program tips

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

As food prices continue to climb so does the value of a restaurant loyalty program, for both the customer and the brand.

How The POS Can Help Retailers Prepare For The Holidays

The right technology can help short-staffed retailers survive the holiday season and thrive in it. After all, making a positive, lasting impression on shoppers…

Embrace post-covid opportunities in your restaurant

Throughout this webinar you will learn: · How COVID changed the ordering mix · How to deal with the unprecedented labor shortage · How…

Chipotle, US Soccer launch 'Bowls for Goals'

November 17, 2022

Chipotle Mexican Grill, an official partner of U.S. Soccer, is rolling out a series of programs supporting the U.S. Men's National Team while they compete on…

Shake Shack launches 1st brand campaign

November 16, 2022

Shake Shack has launched its first-ever brand campaign, called "For What It's Worth," created in partnership with its newly named agency of record…

California Tortilla supporting CORE

November 14, 2022

California Tortilla is hosting a systemwide fundraiser to support CORE: Children of Restaurant Employees. Guests may participate by making donations when they…

Deals not proving to be a big draw for restaurant patrons

November 14, 2022

Restaurant customers are more focused on food quality, friendly service, taste and affordability rather than deals a restaurant may be offering.

Blaze Pizza celebrates 10th birthday with pizza giveaway

November 8, 2022

Blaze Pizza is celebrating its 10th birthday with a giveaway of more than 16,000 free pizzas nationwide, according to a press release.

Pepsi, Carla Hall celebrating Black-owned restaurants

November 2, 2022

Pepsi Dig In, designed to drive access, business acceleration and awareness for Black-owned restaurants, is rallying Americans across the country to celebrate…

Wow Bao enters the metaverse

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

November 2, 2022

Chicago-based Wow Bao, a fast casual brand available in over 200 locations, is entering the metaverse, announcing Wednesday that it is offering an NFT-based…

Kura Sushi offering Tetris-inspired merch, packaging

November 1, 2022

Kura Sushi USA, which uses a revolving sushi service model, has created the Bikkura Pon in collaboration with Tetris, a popular electronic game, according to a…

TikTok restaurant videos spurring orders, diner visits

October 26, 2022

More than half of millennial TikTok users, 53%, have visited or ordered food from a restaurant after viewing the dining location on TikTok.