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Burger King Rolls out First Pulled Pork Sandwich to Compete with McRib
Watch out McDonald's, Burger King is rolling out a competitor to compete with the popular McRib sandwich.
McDonald's Introduces Three New Quarter Pounders to Menu
McDonald's announced Tuesday the addition of three new Quarter Pounders to its menu as the fast-food chain looks to diversify its offering by including cheaper premium burgers while capitalizing on one of its most popular brands.
Burger King Opens First Store in South Africa
US fast food franchise Burger King opened its first SA store at midday on Thursday, 9 May 2013, in the centre of Cape Town to the blare of DJs‚ music and no speeches.
McDonald's cuts Angus Burger from Menu after 4 years as Beef Prices Rise
McDonald's is cutting the Angus burger from its menu in the United States on the heels of rising beef prices.
Tim Hortons names new CEO; profit and stock drop
Tim Hortons Inc named a long-time Nestle executive as its new chief on Wednesday, a job that will be no easy task given drooping demand at the Canadian coffee and doughnut chain and a push by a U.S. hedge fund for better returns.
Free Mother's Day Meal at Hooters [DETAILS]
Mother's day is just around the corner on Sunday, May 12 and if you racking your brain for ideas on where to take your mom for the special occasion, Hooters restaurants are offering a free meal to all mothers.
McDonald’s Store Sales Drop in April on Bird Flu Scare in Asia
McDonald's says a key sales figure dropped again in April on the heels of a bird flu scare in China.
Chuck E. Cheese's Q1 Tops Analyst Estimates
CEC Entertainment Inc., parent company of Chuck E. Cheese's, reported increased first-quarter earnings that came in above analysts' estimates, according to reports. The company also reported that it plans to buy back an additional $100 million worth of its shares.
McDonald's Raising Prices in India, Second Time this Year: Report
Due to rising inflation, McDonalds announced Tuesday plans to bump up prices in India for the second time this year, according to a report.
Update: Yum! Brands Inc. Shares Plunge Following Food Safety Investigation Reports in China
Yum! Brands Inc.shares fell slightly Monday on reports that food safety regulators in China are launching a probe into a mutton supplier, though Yum says it is not one of the suppliers it uses.
McDonald's Opens Energy-Efficient Restaurant in Cleveland
A McDonald's restaurant franchisee in the Cleveland-area is leading the way in making the franchise more green by constructing the most energy-efficient McDonald's in the region, prompting a visit from top executives who consider it a test site, the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
McDonald's CEO says Company Considering Offering All-Day Breakfast
McDonald's President and CEO Don Thompson said in a recent interview with CNBC that its considering expanding the chain's popular breakfast menu beyond its current 10:30am cut-off time slot.
Brazil's Pão de Açúcar counts on appliances for profit boost
Grupo Pão de Açúcar , Brazil's biggest retailer, is counting on a turnaround in its appliance division to make up for shrinking profit margins at its supermarkets as food inflation climbs to a five-year high.
Burger King Reports Earnings Double in 1Q, Revenue Drops
Burger King's earnings in the first quarter doubled in spite of revenue falling, as the fast-food chain slashed several restaurant-related expenses.
Fast Food, Retail Workers Strike in Chicago, Demanding $15 an Hour Salary
Fast food and retail workers in Chicago have gone on strike, following New York City fast food workers who walked off the job in November and again earlier this month demanding higher wages and better working conditions.
Brazil Unsatisfied with McDonald’s ‘Happy Meal’ Marketing, Fines Company
Brazil's consumer protection agency, Procon, has fined McDonald's for pushing Happy Meals on children through targeted advertising and toys.
McDonald's 14 Year Old Burger Looks Eerily 'Fresh' [VIDEO]
What does a McDonald's burger look like after sitting 14 years tucked away in its original wrapper in a coat at the back of a closet? Surprisingly, exactly the same way as you left it there.
Smoothie King Rolling Out 25 Stores in Missouri
Smoothie King is seeking to add 25 franchise locations in Missouri, in the St. Louis area over the next five years, the company said in a statement released Monday.
Dollar Menu Fails to Rev Up McDonald's Sales
The Dollar Menu failed to lift sales for fast food giant McDonald's, though the company still managed to eke out a higher profit for its first quarter.
Burger King Franchise in California Testing Delivery Service
Looking to order some takeout but bored of pizza or your local Chinese restaurant? Burger King in Glendale, California hopes customers will try out their new delivery service.
Gap to Franchise Old Navy in Some International Markets Next Year
Gap Inc said on Wednesday it will begin to franchise Old Navy, its biggest unit, next year in certain international markets.
Survey Finds Growing Discord Among McDonald's Franchise Owners
McDonald's franchise owners in the United States are frustrated with mandates from headquarters to push its Dollar Menu, increase competition is leaving operators frustrated and disgruntled, a survey found.
Gov. Rick Perry Proposes Cut in Texas Franchise Tax Rate
Gov. Rick Perry announced a four-point plan on Monday that would lower the state's franchise tax rate by 5 percent to give Texas businesses relief from the state's franchise tax, the Austin Business Journal reported.
McDonald's Faces Drop in Sales
McDonald's has been facing a drop in sales as over consumer spending is down world-wide. McDonald's has been facing a drop in sales as over consumer spending is down world-wide.
Dogtopia and Thomas Franchise Solutions to Open Franchises in Seattle
Dogtopia, the national dog day care franchise, announced Friday plans to open multi-unit franchises in Seattle, WA through its Regional Developer model.
Sloan's Ice Cream Set to Open Store in Miami-Dade, Broward
Sloan's Ice Cream has announced a franchise agreement that will bring its sweet treats to Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
International Franchise Association Says Lending to Franchises Up 10 Pct
Lending to America's franchise businesses will reach its highest level since the recession, up 10 percent this year to $24 billion, but it will still fall short of demand, according to the International Franchise Association.
Subway Restaurants Expanding to Kenya in August: Report
The world's largest single-brand restaurant chain, Subway, is set to open its first store in Nairobi, Kenya later this year in August.
Fatburger Becomes USC Athletics Partner
Fatburger, the fast casual burger restaurant, signed a three-year partnership with USC to become a partner of USC Athletics, the company announced in a statement on Wednesday.
Hooters Waitress Sues Franchise, Forced Out of Work After Brain Surgery
Following brain surgery, your main worry should not be whether you'll get fired at work for refusing to wear a wig that scrapes your scar. But former Hooters waitress Sandra Lupo contends in a lawsuit that's what happened when she declined to don a wig and her hours were reduced so much, she was forced to quit.
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