NRA performance index highest in nearly 2 years

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January 28, 2010

Driven by improvements in both business performance and expectations for future business conditions, the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index…

Under 34 crowd values restaurants' proximity to work, delivery services

January 27, 2010

Restaurants and foodservice establishments serving up convenience are poised to do well in this post-recession economy, according to a release by research…

Under 34 crowd values restaurants' proximity to work, delivery services

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January 27, 2010

Restaurants and foodservice establishments serving up convenience are poised to do well in this post-recession economy, according to a release by research…

NRA forecast: Restaurant sales will stabilize

The restaurant industry will show gradual improvement in 2010 as sales are expected to reach $580 billion.

NRA forecast: Restaurant sales will stabilize

The restaurant industry will show gradual improvement in 2010 as sales are expected to reach $580 billion.

Menu prices and the economic recovery

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

How will consumers' need for value intersect with the segment's need to cover cost of goods sold?

Menu prices and the economic recovery

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

How will consumers' need for value intersect with the segment's need to cover cost of goods sold?

The brains behind the brands

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Fast casual executives are known for blazing new trails. But who are the five to watch in 2010?  

Seven keys to customer experience

True dedication to the voice of the customer will be pivotal for operators looking to improve their customer experience.

Seven keys to customer experience

True dedication to the voice of the customer will be pivotal for operators looking to improve their customer experience.

Fast Casual 2009: Five hits and a miss

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The economy, social media and a nationwide food-system upgrade round out a year filled with ups and downs.

Fast Casual 2009: Five hits and a miss

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The economy, social media and a nationwide food-system upgrade round out a year filled with ups and downs.

Pollo Tropical transforms service model

December 17, 2009

Pollo Tropical locations in the Tampa, Fla., region have added more menu options, silverware and a casual-dining service model to match the company's…

Pollo Tropical transforms service model

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December 17, 2009

Pollo Tropical locations in the Tampa, Fla., region have added more menu options, silverware and a casual-dining service model to match the company's…

Webinar: Specialty beverages-The trends driving the industry

As more Americans seek out healthy food options, restaurant operators are going to see a lot of activity surrounding consumers’ desires for healthful…

Entrepreneur Magazine: 2009 'Year of the sandwich'

December 16, 2009

The rankings are in and Entrepreneur Magazine's 31st Annual Franchise 500 is out, with Subway taking the number-one spot. McDonald's, 7-Eleven, Hampton Inn and…

Entrepreneur Magazine: 2009 'Year of the sandwich'

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December 16, 2009

The rankings are in and Entrepreneur Magazine's 31st Annual Franchise 500 is out, with Subway taking the number-one spot. McDonald's, 7-Eleven, Hampton Inn and…

Five Guys, Chick-fil-A consumers' top choices

Five Guys, Chick-fil-A, Chipotle and Panera Bread lead in consumer Market Force survey.

Five Guys, Chick-fil-A consumers' top choices

Five Guys, Chick-fil-A, Chipotle and Panera Bread lead in consumer Market Force survey.

Fast casual operators find retail success

by Cary Stemle — Free-lance reporter, N/A

Producing and packaging your proprietary goods is one way to develop another revenue stream.