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Munchie Emporium is WhatzUp!

Sunday, August 28th, 2011

Voted Best American Restaurant in WhatzUp Magazine in 2010 and 2011, the Mad Anthony Brewing Company is obviously still turning heads.  Coming in for the beer and staying for the food seems to be the case.  Whether it’s the Almost Famous Gourmet Pan Pizza or the Scooby Snacks, the awesome veggie burgers or the Politician Pizza (don’t worry — at least the flavor doesn’t lie), there seems to be something at the Munchie Emporium for everybody.  Now while we can’t bring a 6-pack of their brilliant self-brewed beer, the aroma of classic pub fare could be in your living room in minutes. 

Call 260-442-FOOD to have this delivered!

Call 260-442-FOOD to have this delivered!

Consumers Rank Favorite Restaurant Chains

Saturday, August 6th, 2011
The nation’s most popular casual-dining chains — including The Cheesecake Factory, which was the runaway favorite in a recent customer survey — will stand to benefit from more optimistic consumer sentiment if they focus on the experience provided, convenience and food quality.

According to a Market Force survey, a customer experience management firm based in Boulder, Colo., one in four consumers plans to eat out more in the coming months and they are driven to brands showcasing strong customer service elements. The survey, which was conducted in May and June and is based on results from 5,000 of the firm’s 300,000 independent mystery shoppers, found that 8 percent of respondents said they planned to cut back on restaurant spending. Just six months ago, a similar survey from the same firm found that half of the respondents said they would eat out less.

As consumers plan to eat out more, the way to entice guests is to take care of the essential customer service elements, Market Force said. Of the consumers polled in the latest survey, 52 percent said they eat at casual- or family-dining restaurants just to have time with family and friends, and 37 percent cited celebrating special occasions as a reason to visit.

Convenience also plays into dining decisions, as 41 percent of respondents said they eat at casual and family chains when they are too tired to cook, and 23 percent said they go when they’re pressed for time. But 38 percent said a key reason for dining out is because they want a great-tasting meal, meaning food quality can’t be ignored, Market Force said.

 

Favorite casual and family restaurant chains

 

Weighted by number of locations

Rank

Brand

Percent respondents

1

The Cheesecake Factory

13%

2

Texas Roadhouse

8%

3

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers

8%

4

Olive Garden

5%

5

Ruby Tuesday

5%

6

Red Lobster

4%

7

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro

4%

8

Longhorn Steakhouse

3%

9

Outback Steakhouse

3%

10

Cracker Barrel

2%

11

T.G.I. Friday’s

2%

12

Golden Corral

2%

13

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar

2%

14

Chili’s

2%

15

IHOP

1%

Source: Market Force Information survey based on 5,000 mystery shoppers, May-June 2010

 

 

 

 

 Read more: http://nrn.com/article/consumers-rank-favorite-restaurant-chains#ixzz1UH0jIsWA

Dinner That Stacks Up

Saturday, July 30th, 2011

What food group does YOUR body need right now?

What food group does YOUR body need right now?

You want it?  You need it?  We got it!  Restaurants with Italian food, restaurants with Mexican food—whatever your body is craving right now, we’ve got it.  Chinese?  Check.  Indian?  Check.  Japanese?  You know it.  Maybe just some good old fashioned American steaks and burgers—really people, we’ve got you covered.  Even if you’re looking to just top off some of your own home cooking with some outside dessert, Waiter on the Way will get you connected.  260-442-FOOD.  It’s that simple.  Let your appetite dial the phone, and we’ll do the rest.  Oh yeah, did we mention Greek food?  And Thai….and Vietnamese….and delicatessen….and breakfast all day….and, well, you get the picture.

Fazoli’s introduces new LTOs and sweepstakes contest

Sunday, June 5th, 2011

Quick-service Italian chain Fazoli’s is looking to take customers on a tour of Italy this summer, with five new limited-time offers and a sweepstakes to send two winners on an Italian vacation.

The brand is tying promotional muscle to its latest round of menu upgrades after successfully driving sales with limited-time offers earlier this year with little marketing. In an early April interview, chief executive Carl Howard told Nation’s Restaurant News that four Mini Bakes items accounted for as much as 15 percent of sales with “very limited advertising support.”

The current “Tour of Taste” sweepstakes runs through July 31, and contestants receive game pieces by upgrading to a large soft drink. Other prizes include free food, gift cards to other retailers and music downloads.

The promotion will support five new menu items meant to highlight the flavors of different regions of Italy: Tuscan Ravioli, Penne Roma, Citrus Apple & Roasted Chicken Chopped Salad, Pasta Napoli and the Sicilian Smasher sandwich. All the items are offered for $4.99 and will be available through Aug. 31.

Fazoli’s also will roll out two new flavors of its Italian Lemon Ice blended beverages, Pomegranate Passion Fruit and Orange Italian Cream.

“Italy offers such a large variety of food flavors,” chief marketing officer Cathy Hull said in a statement. “From the use of the sun-dried tomato in Tuscany to the fresh taste of marinara sauce in Rome, each region has different signature dishes and flavors. It’s great to offer our guests the opportunity to taste these regional Italian dishes featured on our menu this summer.”

Howard said back in early April that a total menu overhaul should be ready by October for a systemwide rollout. He added that 80 corporate Fazoli’s units remained to be remodeled to include the “Enhanced Service Program” with fast-casual touches like food runners and real flatware. The brand is projecting that those upgrades would be completed by the beginning of 2012.

Lexington, Ky.-based Fazoli’s was founded in 1989 and has 250 restaurants in the U.S. It was purchased in 2006 by private-equity firm Sun Capital Partners.

Smoothie King Delivery

Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

Smoothie King Fort Wayne Delivery

Smoothie King Fort Wayne Delivery

Enjoy a cool and fresh smoothie from Smoothie King delivered to your home or office today!
Call 260-442-3663 or order online at waiterontheway.biz

Super Bowl Sunday Pizza Delivery

Saturday, February 5th, 2011

An article from USA Today (http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/food/2004-01-16-pizzabowl_x.htm) published in 2004 but still interesting non-the-less has some interesting statistics about pizza delivery on Super Bowl Sunday.

Domino’s will deliver about 1.2 Million pizzas on Super Bowl Sunday which is nearly twice as many as an average Sunday.

Super Bowl Sunday Pizza Delviery Stats

Super Bowl Sunday Pizza Delviery Stats

The image to the left also notes the other most popular days for pizza delivery for the popular Domino’s chain.

Waiter on the Way offers an alternative to pizza delivery for your Super Bowl party by offering delivery from over 100 area restaurants right to your door.  If you want to really wow your guests treat them to meals and appetizers from your favorite restaurants for the Super Bowl this year.

Mancino’s Fort Wayne - ROTW

Friday, January 7th, 2011

Mancinos Fort Wayne

Mancino's Fort Wayne

Mancino’s Fort Wayne is this weeks restaurant of the week!

Mancino’s of a locally owned and operated restaurant that specializes in fresh made to order pizzas, grinders, pasta, salads, and wraps. Mancino’s is especially known for their grinders and pizza around town which make for an excellent lunch or dinner.

Mancino’s is also great for business meetings, office parties or catering’s of any sort.  With Mancino’s wide variety, you will be sure to please all of your guests wether it be from their tasty grinders, pizza, pastas or salad.

Mancino’s is also this months restaurant of the month which means that you can receive free delivery during the whole month of January with any food purchase of $25 or more.

Order Mancino’s today and have Waiter on the Way deliver to your home or office.

Fazoli’s New 400 Calorie Pasta Dinners

Friday, January 7th, 2011

Fazolis Fort Wayne

Fazoli's Fort Wayne

Fazoli’s has joined the low-calorie fray with a limited-time line of pasta dishes, each with 400 calories or fewer.

The quick-service chain’s four “Mini Bakes” are three-cheese baked ravioli; tortellini with bacon; mushroom and chicken Alfredo; and penne Tuscano. Each one is $3.99. They are priced at $3.99 each and will be offered until Feb. 20.

The ravioli is dressed in creamy marinara sauce and topped with provolone and mozzarella cheeses.

The tortellini is stuffed with cheese and served with spicy marinara sauce, bacon, beef crumbles and provolone and mozzarella cheeses.

The mushroom chicken Alfredo is bowtie pasta in Alfredo sauce with grilled chicken, mushrooms, broccoli and provolone and mozzarella cheeses.

The penne Tuscano is whole-wheat pasta in creamy marinara, with grilled chicken, peppers, onions, black olives and provolone, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.

The LTO comes in the wake of a wave of lower-calorie offerings from a variety of restaurant chains as customers make New Year’s resolutions to lose weight.

Applebee’s recently added two new items to its under-550-calorie menu, Dunkin’ Donuts added two egg white wraps, Bob Evans announced plans to beef up its “Fit from the Farm” menu and Corner Bakery Café extended its “100 under 600” program, which showcases more than 100 combinations for meals under 600 calories.

Waiter on the Way provides delivery and catering options from the Fazoli’s Fort Wayne locations.

Read more: http://nrn.com/article/fazolis-adds-400-calorie-pasta-dishes#ixzz1AMeDeUiE

MyMenu Now Available

Thursday, September 16th, 2010

mymenu now available

MyMenu Now Available

MyMenu Fort Wayne from the Lima Road location is now available for delivery through Waiter on the Way.  MyMenu features ready to cook meals that you or any family member can easily cook but just heating in the oven or microwave.

We know that life gets busy, so why not let us deliver you ready to cook meals that require no preparation and taste great!

Call us today at 260-442-FOOD or visit the MyMenu menu at http://www.waiterontheway.biz/MyMenu-Lima-Road

Try the DQ Blizzard of the Month!

Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

Brownie Earthquake

Brownie Earthquake

Cool off with the Dairy Queen Blizzard of the Month, the Brownie Earthquake!  This delicious treat features Oreo cookies, fudge brownie pieces, hot fudge and marshmallow blended with creamy vanilla soft serve.

Order from Dairy Queen Fort Wayne and have the blizzard of the month delivered to your home or office today!