Survey: Younger diners embrace tabletop ordering

Aug 11, 2014

Older consumers concerned technology would negatively affect service, Market Force Information finds.

Denny's Latino Facebook page speaks Hispanic consumers' language

Aug 11, 2014

VP of marketing John Dillon discusses company strategy of marketing to Hispanics on the social network

Restaurant Menu Watch: Craft beer catches fire

Aug 06, 2014

NRN senior food editor Bret thorn breaks down what you should be watching in the industry this week. Connect with him on the latest marketing trends and news at bret.thorn@penton.com and @foodwriterdiary...

Infographic: How discounts drive ordering

Aug 05, 2014

Each month, Nation's Restaurant News breaks down the latest consumer dining and ordering trends at restaurants according to data from market research firm The NPD Group. This month's snapshot explores how guests make ordering decisions when promo...

5 hot summer food and beverage trends

Jul 31, 2014

Going back to basics and a do-it-yourself approach help operators double down on what’s familiar.

Restaurants add flavor, cut calories with sauces

Jul 16, 2014

Spicy Sriracha, zesty chimichurri trend on menus

Report: Restaurant sales fare poorly in June

Jul 15, 2014

Consumer spending trends bode well for latter half of 2014

Pei Wei Asian Diner expands into sushi

Jul 14, 2014

P.F. Chang’s fast-casual concept also updates its look systemwide

Hot spots

Jul 14, 2014

From the Editor

5 prime markets for restaurant growth

Jul 08, 2014

For many restaurant chains, the challenge is not whether to grow, but where. Here’s a quick look at five cities that are particularly attractive targets for restaurant growth...