Pita Pit to give customers Ultimate Choice

May 3, 2011

Pita Pit turned has turned to its loyal customers to help decide what flavors they want to see spicing up menus across the nation with its newest program…

Charley’s Grilled Subs opens in Brazil

April 19, 2011

Charley’s Grilled Subs is continuing its global expansion with the opening of its first Brazil location. The new restaurant will offer diners the chance to…

Wingstop debuts Glider chicken sandwiches

April 18, 2011

Wingstop is expanding its menu to include its original version of the chicken sandwich – Gliders.

Newk’s signs 24-unit development deal

April 18, 2011

Newk’s Express Café has awarded 24 new franchise locations in the 2011 first quarter. Four separate groups have committed to opening restaurants in…

BBI founder David Rutkauskas to pen book

April 14, 2011

David Rutkauskas, founder and president of Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has announced his plans to write a book in collaboration with well known editor…

Firehouse Subs signs agreement for 429 new locations

April 10, 2011

Firehouse Subs has announced the signing of nine area representative development agreements set to add 429 restaurants to the chain’s growing portfolio. The…

Charley’s Grilled Subs hires first COO

April 6, 2011

For the first time in the restaurant chain’s 25-year history, Charley’s Grilled Subs has hired a chief operating officer to guide the brand into the future.

Quiznos rolls out new chicken bacon dipper

March 27, 2011

Quiznos has added a Chicken Bacon Dipper to its menu starting March 28. The new sandwich features a signature cheese sauce, developed by chef Zach Calkins…

Top 100: Charley's Grill Subs No. 97

March 27, 2011

97. Charley’s Grilled Subs

Schlotzsky’s diner wins Route 66 promo, Chevy Camaro

March 10, 2011

In August, Schlotzsky’s Deli launched a fall promotion offering three new limited-time-only sandwiches and a chance to win a classic American car – a 201…

Parents Magazine rates Jason’s Deli No. 1

March 6, 2011

Jason’s Deli has won the Best Restaurant Chain survey by Parents Magazine. The survey measures where families can get the most nutritious foods for the best…

DSE: WAND shows off new Cosi POP

by Christopher Hall — w, t

March 1, 2011

At this year's Digital Signage Expo in Las Vegas, WAND Corp. showcased its broad array of digital menu board solutions, but also highlighted a…

Schlotzsky’s returns three chee-zy promo

February 28, 2011

Schlotzsky’s has returned its Cheezy Three-zy sandwiches,  -- the Chicken & Bacon Smoke Cheezy, Turkey & Bacon Smoke Cheezy and Ribeye Steak &…

Firehouse pits sub against sub

February 14, 2011

Firehouse Subs is hosting its first sub vs. sub “Chompetition," a nationwide battle for the chain's supreme specialty sandwich.

Which Wich expands sandwich sizes

February 6, 2011

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches has added two larger sandwich sizes — 10.5 inches and a 14-inch Superwich — to complement the classic 7-inch item. In addition…

Quiznos maps India expansion route

February 3, 2011

Quiznos has signed a master franchise agreement that will enable the opening of its first location in India. The agreement was signed as part of the company’s…

Firehouse Subs cofounder named to FRLA Hall

January 26, 2011

Robin Sorensen, cofounder of Firehouse Subs, has been named to the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association's Hall of Fame. He joins some of the Sunshine…

Which Wich opens in Atlanta

January 19, 2011

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches will open its doors in Atlanta, signifying the chain’s first restaurant in Georgia.

McAlister's Deli returns 5 Under 500

January 16, 2011

McAlister’s Deli is helping its guests stick to their New Year's resolutions by bringing back a popular promotion.

Fast casual menu additions get spicy infusion

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

January 16, 2011

Fast casual restaurants across all menu categories are rolling out new items focused on spicier flavors, a trend that has been growing for the last 10 years.