Schlotzsky’s adds three chicken sandwich LTOs

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September 2, 2010

As the weather cools down, Schlotzsky's Route 66 promotion is winding its way toward California, with the offering of three new limited-time-only signature…

Zagat rates Atlanta Bread Top 5 in healthy options

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In the recently released 2010 Zagat Fast Food Survey, which included 136 national restaurant chains, Atlanta Bread received Top 5 distinctions in two key…

Spicy Pickle Q2 revenue drops slightly

September 2, 2010

Spicy Pickle Franchising Inc. operator and franchisor of its Spicy Pickle and Bread Garden Urban Cafe brands, has reported its results for the second quarter…

Newk’s Express Café to open 10 N.C. locations

September 1, 2010

Newk's Express Café has signed an area development agreement with a new franchise group to bring 10 locations to the North Carolina markets of Winston-Salem…

Firehouse Subs to open in Louisville, Ky.

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August 29, 2010

Firehouse Subs has announced the Aug. 31 grand opening of its first location in Louisville, Ky., to be opened by franchisee George Scherzer.

Schlotzsky’s joins Healthy Dining locator

August 12, 2010

Schlotzsky’s has the online resource www.HealthyDiningFinder.com to offer guests a selection of healthier menu options and corresponding nutrition information.

A glance in the rearview mirror

by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America

I apologize in advance for stating the obvious: The recession has taken a toll on the restaurant industry.  Industry traffic is down; the majority of chains…

Charley's brings back Asian BBQ sandwich

August 10, 2010

Charley's Grilled Subs will reintroduce its Spicy Asian BBQ sandwich Aug. 16, adding an ethnic flavor to the restaurant’s traditionally all-American lineup.

Quiznos preps for international expansion

August 8, 2010

Quiznos today announced its plan for global growth, an initiative that entails opening new stores in about 15 more countries and territories within two years.

Which Wich opens in Vegas

August 3, 2010

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches is set to open in Las Vegas on Aug. 4, 2010. It is the first Which Wich in Nevada and the 20th state for the Which Wich chain.

People - The threshold to success

by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America

As CEO of a predominately franchised chain of restaurants, I often challenge my team to examine the differences between the high and low restaurant sales…

Quiznos ads go from talking ovens to singing animals

July 19, 2010

Quiznos has debuted a new national broadcast advertising campaign featuring three cats – nicknamed the "Singimals"– singing the features of Quiznos new $5, $…

McAlister's Deli highlights Tea Town USA promotion

July 1, 2010

McAlister's Deli is finding sweet ways for customers to beat the heat this summer by declaring July 29, 2010, Free Tea Day, and offering a slew of in-store and…

Capriotti's signs deals for San Diego and Denver markets

June 30, 2010

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop has signed agreements for expansion into two new markets: San Diego and Denver. The San Diego deal comes on the heels of Capriotti's…

Firehouse Subs pushes past AUV, comps declines

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

How the sandwich chain is redefining its success and delivering on a profitability promise made last year to franchisees.

Which Wich asks guests to 'Flag your Bag'

June 22, 2010

To celebrate Independence Day — and to show support for U.S. troops — Which Wich is encouraging customers to draw patriotic doodles on the back of their Which…

Which Wich asks guests to 'Flag your Bag'

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June 22, 2010

To celebrate Independence Day — and to show support for U.S. troops — Which Wich is encouraging customers to draw patriotic doodles on the back of their Which…

Quiznos hires fired Subway 'Good Samaritan'

June 13, 2010

A Quiznos in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is trying to capitalize on the ill will aimed at a nearby Subway in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, after management there fired an…

Quiznos hires fired Subway 'Good Samaritan'

June 13, 2010

A Quiznos in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is trying to capitalize on the ill will aimed at a nearby Subway in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, after management there fired an…

Togo's unveils retro store design revamp

June 9, 2010

On June 19, Togo's will join its newest franchisee, Valencia, Calif.-based businessman Robert Dorian, to open the first new prototype restaurant at 2816…