May 22, 2013

Industry News

Tricon Global Restaurants, Inc., reported estimated U.S. blended same-store sales at company restaurants were up slightly during the four-week period ended December 1, 2001

Wendy's International Announces Preliminary Sales For November

Wendy's International, Inc., announced same-store sales grew 1.6 percent at Wendy's U.S. company restaurants, on top of a 3.4 percent increase in the same period a year ago.

Ronald McDonald House Charities Named One of America's Top 100 Charities

The December issue of Worth magazine names Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC), a nonprofit, 501(c)3 dedicated to improving the health and well being of children worldwide, one of "America's 100 Best...

Domino's Pizza, K-B Toys Join Up to Offer Holiday Treats

Santa is getting a little help this year as Domino’s Pizza joins with K-B Toys to spread the Holiday cheer.

Jack in the Box Reports November Same-Store Sales

Jack in the Box restaurants reports that same-store sales for its second four-week period ended November 25 grew 1.1 percent on top of a 4.7 percent increase in the second period last year.

White Castle Opens New Store in Chicago Area

White Castle opens its newest location in the Chicago area today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Subway Launches a Store at the U.S. Air Force Academy

Subway announced its first location at the United States Air Force Academy, located on the academy's campus in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This restaurant is an important step, according to the chain, because...

First A&W/Long John Silver's Co-Brand Drive-In Opens

Yorkshire Global Restaurants franchisee Mark Laxton, a ten-year operator of drive-in restaurants with another chain, has become a pioneer of sorts by opening the first co-branded A...

Pizza Inn Moves into New Headquarters

Pizza Inn announced the completion of the relocation of its corporate office, distribution center, training facilities, and test kitchen.

New Wave of Wingstop Restaurants to Open in San Antonio

Wingstop president Jim Deering announced that the chicken wing chain will open two more locations in San Antonio on Wednesday, November 28, bringing the city's total to four Wingstops, with a fifth on the way...

McDonald's Launches Service-Minded Gift Certificate Program

McDonald's looks to help American families save for kids' college education through a new gift certificate program.

Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard Launches Pumpkin Pie Custard

The successful launch of frozen custard offerings has led to a limited-time-only holiday treat at Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard: pumpkin pie frozen custard.

CKE to Acquire Santa Barbara Restaurant Group

CKE Restaurant Group Inc., operator of the Carl's Jr. and Hardee's chains, on Monday said it plans to acquire Santa Barbara Restaurant Group Inc. in a stock deal valued at more than $60 million.

Sydran Restructures With Help from Burger King Corp.

Sydran, the third largest franchise operator of Burger King restaurants, completed a financial restructuring with participation from Burger King Corporation. The restructuring allows Sydran to meet financial...

McDonald's Walks Down "Animal Alley"

McDonald's and Toys "R" Us are inviting customers to take a walk down "Animal Alley" this holiday season and celebrate the introduction of a new one-of-a-kind Happy Meal.

Burger King, eBay Announce Joint Loyalty Program

Burger King Corporation and eBay announced a strategic alliance that will create the first Internet-based loyalty program in the fast-food industry.