Offering VIP service, special perks can drive loyalty, repeat visits
Chains solicit franchisee ideas, innovations to help create concept-wide successes
Chain also launches first systemwide LTO
Restaurants offering sports fans high-end cuisine in polished settings
Chain's latest meal deal ranges in price from $6 to $8
Chain reducing corporate costs to beef up aid for franchisees
New rankings from social-media vendor include Starbucks, Subway, McDonald's
Subway, Olive Garden top list of 'buzz scores' with focus on value