June 19, 2013

Industry News

McDonald's USA Announces Organizational Changes
In anticipation of significant organizational changes designed to improve the customer experience, McDonald's USA names three division presidents for the reorganized, three-division structure of McDonald's...
Tricon Reports 3Q EPS
Tricon Global Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE:YUM) reported operating results for the third quarter ended September 8, 2001.
Burger King Fundraiser Benefits Scholars
At U.S. Burger King restaurants, a Halloween-themed fundraising promotion, "Small Fries for Little Monsters," will offer $1 coupon books through October 31.
Wendy's Opens 6000th Restaurant
Wendy's International, Inc. (NYSE:WEN) reached an important milestone with the opening of its 6,000th Wendy's® restaurant, located in Tijuana, Mexico.
Papa John's Announces September 3Q Sales Results
Papa John's International, Inc. today announced that systemwide comparable sales for the five weeks ended September 30, 2001 decreased 0.1%, composed of a 1.4% increase at franchised units and a 4.1% decrease...
Chains Respond to Terrorist Attacks
In response to the horrific circumstances resulting from the recent terrorist attacks in Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C., and New York City, quick serve chains are giving money, food and more.
Captain D's Adds Kansas City Franchises
Captain D's Seafood announced that it will open eight new restaurants in Kansas City over the next eight years.
Del Taco: 14 New Locations in Fresno County
Del Taco today announced it has completed a development agreement with Frank Tumminello to build 14 new restaurants in Fresno County, California.
El Pollo Loco Introduces New Spicy Chicken
Irvine-based El Pollo Loco Inc. today announced the debut of its new Spicy Chicken for a limited time through Dec. 2, 2001.
New Food Allergy Training Program Available
The Food Allergy...
Galaxy Nutritional Foods Popular In Pizza Hut Test
Galaxy Nutritional Foods, a producer of nutritious plant-based dairy alternatives, reported significant progress in its current and comprehensive test with 43 Pizza Hut® stores.
Wendy's Announces 3Q Sales, Earnings Guidance
Wendy's International, Inc. announced today preliminary sales results for the third quarter, which ended on September 30, 2001. Additionally, management updated its outlook for earnings expectat
Blimpie to Sell to Private Investor Group
Blimpie International, Inc. (Amex: BLM) and a private investor group have signed a definitive agreement under which the investor group would purchase all outstanding shares of the company's common stock.
Buffalo Wild Wings Opens 150th Location
Bufalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar threw open the doors of its 150th location in Woodlands, Texas, in early October.
Sonic Expects Record Results for Fiscal 2001
Speaking today at Robertson Stephens' Annual Investment Conference in New York, Pattye Moore, Sonic Corp.'s Executive Vice President, said the company expects to report its 15th consecutive year of same store...
Schlotzsky's Orders E-Business for 700+ Restaurants
Schlotzsky's and IBM announced an agreement which provides the foundation for the approximately 700 Schlotzsky's quick service restaurants worldwide to be linked together and equipped with advanced IBM e-...