Tim Hortons

McDonald’s counters Starbucks with freestanding McCafe

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 09, 2015

The units will bake their own croissants and feature more vegetarian options, along with self-service checkout.

Hole-Hearted

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jul. 02, 2005

The country’s appetite for coffee and donuts is hearty as ever.

2016 Top 500: Coffee-cafe chains

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 21, 2016

The story within the coffee cafe category of the 2016 Top 500 ranking continues to be strong-and-still-growing Starbucks, which increased sales by 12.8% to top $13.9 billion.

Seasonal Flavors Spice Up Restaurant Menus

By Restaurant Business Staff on Dec. 09, 2010

CHICAGO (December 7, 2010)—With Thanksgiving behind us and seasonal festivities just around the corner, consumers are in the mood to celebrate. As a...

Beverage

Consumers' favorite places for grab-and-go coffee

By Jill Failla on Mar. 20, 2017

Where do consumers prefer to buy a cup of coffee when convenience is key? Here are their top choices, across restaurants and convenience stores.

Burger King in talks to buy Canada's Tim Hortons

Aug. 25, 2014

The Miami-based No. 2 quick-service chain would the move to Canada, lowering its tax base and redefining domestic expansion opportunities.

Financing

25 top limited-service chains in sales and satisfaction

By Restaurant Business Staff on May 22, 2017

A restaurant chain's sales don't always reflect customer satisfaction, and vice versa. Here, we rank the leading limited-service chains using a formula that includes financials, consumer satisfaction and value.