Pollo Tropical names new chef, marketing leader

June 14, 2016

Pollo Tropical has announced a new chef and a new marketing leader.

Are your diners a little lost?

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

A new poll finds there's a lot of confusion out in America's restaurant dining rooms about just what those menu items really are.

Updated digital menu boards keep Johnny Rockets rockin'

May 23, 2016

BrightSign LLC, a manufacturer of digital signage media players, has announced a collaboration with Rockbot to update digital signage networks in the Johnny…

Custom crepes latest addition to la Madeleine Country French Café menu

March 30, 2016

la Madeleine Country French Café is introducing custom crepes to its breakfast menu.

Pei Wei CMO opens up about chain's growth spurt

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Fueling the growth is a new loyalty campaign, a more customizable menu, a localized restaurant marketing program and a refresh of some of the chain's older…

Technology: A brand-driver or a necessary evil?

by Steven Starr — President, starrdesign

Allowing your guests to view menus, place orders and read nutritional information while at home or on-the-go is paramount. But just because we can, should we…

The Flame Broiler launches rebranding strategy

February 18, 2016

Changes include a more open floor plan with an open kitchen, allowing guests to watch their food being prepared, a more vibrant and user-friendly menu board…

Food fight on Capitol Hill: A breakdown of the Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Betsy Craig describes eight ways menu-labeling guidelines will change if HR 2017 becomes a law.

Thomas Printworks Enhances Market Position with Strategic Acquisition in Houston, Texas

Thomas Printworks is pleased to announce the acquisition of Seebridge Media in Houston, Texas from Steve Johns and Larry Vaughn effective February 1, 2016.…

Digital signage solution integrates with mobile ordering app

November 23, 2015

Digital signage provider embed signage has launched its solution integration with mobile ordering application Flypay, the company announced.

Captain D's reports 16th consecutive quarter same-store growth

November 5, 2015

Captain D's achieved its 16th consecutive quarter of positive growth.

Freebirds unveils new look in Texas

November 4, 2015

Freebirds World Burrito will open its newest location next week in Lewisville, Texas, which will feature updates in its design.

Fast casual Stonefire Grill orders up digital menu boards

September 23, 2015

Fast casual eatery Stonefire Grill has opened its eighth location, in Lakewood, California, featuring digital menu boards from Wand Corp., according to an…

Report: Restaurants, foodservice operators ignore menu board sales opportunities

September 21, 2015

Datassential's new Menu Board Keynote Report surveyed more than 1,500 consumers and 350 operators across all restaurant and foodservice types. The report…

Bright White Paper releases 'easy, safe' sign-hanging solution

August 17, 2015

Menus, hours and other important restaurant information can now be safely stored in magnetic-lined frames, according to Bright White Paper Company.

Enplug gives restaurants free TVs for service switch

July 8, 2015

In correlation with the release of its new app, Enplug, creator of operating systems for displays in businesses, is giving away 20 free TVs to restaurants that…

Corner Bakery Café expands flatbread menu in an unflat approach

June 30, 2015

Corner Bakery Café is debuting new flatbread sandwiches, each under 330 calories, for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Menu board tests push chicken to the fore for Jersey Mike's

February 9, 2015

Jersey Mike's is adding a new menu board focused exclusively on its chicken offerings.

How to lead your brand into menu labeling

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Now that menu labeling has passed and everyone knows the rules and expectations, it is important to address the best way restaurant leadership should handle…

Make every year count

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

At the start of 2014, I was heavily anticipating the final FDA menu labeling regulations and its subsequent impact on the restaurant industry. While it took…