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A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce has become the largest on record in the U.S., with over 12,000 cases reported in Michigan alone and spread across 15 states, signaling potential supply-chai
CAKE reported restaurant margins at decade-high levels, driven by traffic, productivity, and sales leverage, signaling operational efficiency gains in the current environment.
Yogurtland's franchise model has generated strong operator loyalty, with franchisees expressing reluctance to exit their locations, suggesting the brand has built sustainable unit economics or brand e
WOWorks announced plans for 23 restaurant openings in 2026, with 15 additional locations in development.
Consumers are evaluating food choices across multiple criteria—mood, budget, time, and trust—suggesting operators need to address these layered priorities simultaneously to remain relevant.
Canadian Tire and Tim Hortons have launched a partnership to enhance their loyalty programs.
A Stamford-based equity firm has completed a $1.5 billion acquisition of a major pizza restaurant chain.
Restaurant technology has not produced a major IPO in five years; industry observers are tracking 10 companies as potential candidates to break the drought.
Commercial real estate dynamics are shifting the restaurant landscape, with industry experts discussing how operators should adapt to changing lease and location strategies.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers signed an eight-unit franchise agreement to expand in Arkansas and Texas, continuing its franchise growth strategy in the South.
Coffee concepts are gaining share while pizza concepts face headwinds, and some established QSR chains are undergoing turnarounds, according to Restaurant Dive's Q2 2026 analysis.
Applebee's, an official NFL sponsor, is offering a season-long promotional pass for free boneless wings to drive gameday traffic during football season.
Starbucks veteran Rob Dellinger has joined Whataburger as Vice President of Restaurant Technology, signaling the chain's push to strengthen its digital and operational infrastructure.
Domino's latest pizza launch and its marketing strategy suggest that fast-food pizza chains are reassessing their competitive positioning as their business model evolves.
The FDA classified Taylor Farms' iceberg lettuce recall as a high-risk Class I event, signaling heightened food safety enforcement in fresh produce supply chains that restaurant operators depend on.
Over half of Americans support rounding up purchases for charity, signaling potential for QSRs to mobilize customer bases for fundraising tied to education, hunger, and disaster relief causes.
A restaurant's reservation system captures customer data from busy service nights, creating a record of guest information.
Domino's has introduced a pizza offering that draws comparison to burger-chain menu items.
CAVA is targeting 75–77 net new restaurant openings in 2026, supported by strong performance from recent vintages and broad-based demand signals.
Restaurant chains are investing in their own delivery apps to reduce third-party platform fees, though adoption remains a challenge for operators.
Restaurants are adjusting menu and service offerings—portion sizes, portability, and pricing—to accommodate diners' shifting daily patterns and preferences.
Wendy's promoted a new CMO, Pizza Hut separated from Yum Brands, and independent restaurants have seen sales growth, according to a debate between industry analysts.
Mo' Bettahs promoted Kylee Arreaga to VP of Marketing after two years leading efforts that strengthened the brand's marketing organization during its national expansion.
Fractured Prune Doughnuts is launching a new franchise expansion after 50 years built on made-to-order doughnuts fried at point of sale, signaling confidence that the fresh-product differentiation mod
Jersey Mike's stock price reached a new low on the NYSE, though the source provides no detail on the cause or timing of the decline.
The founder of text-message ordering technology claims his platform powers over 800 restaurant brands including major chains like Shake Shack and Panda Express, signaling that SMS remains a viable ord
Industry experts are examining the potential federal definition of ultra-processed foods and its implications for restaurant operators, signaling possible regulatory shifts ahead.
Twin Peaks is planning expansion into South Texas following a recent bankruptcy reorganization.
Technomic identified 50 menu trends expected to grow over the next two years, signaling which categories operators should monitor for customer demand shifts.
Chipotle launched a reformulated Pollo Asado and new Chili Lime Chips (inspired by a viral fan trend) as limited-time offerings, signaling the chain's responsiveness to social media-driven consumer pr
McDonald's franchisees are reporting declining profits while facing required restaurant remodels, signaling potential margin pressure on operators managing both reduced earnings and capital expenditur
Haidilao is implementing Infobip's data-driven personalization tools to expand its loyalty program globally, signaling how hotpot chains are investing in customer data infrastructure to compete across
Jeremiah's Italian Ice appointed Lisa McGill as its first VP of Franchise Development, signaling acceleration of its franchise expansion strategy.
Taco Bell partnered with Olivia Rodrigo for a Baja Blast collaboration, part of broader celebrity marketing efforts across quick-service chains amid ongoing industry leadership changes.
A new research roundup from Modern Restaurant Management covers consumer traffic patterns, resale market dynamics, menu pricing, workplace meal programs, private chef demand, and sports bar attributes
Restaurant traffic declined in 2026 as inflation drove consumers toward deal-oriented channels like grocery and warehouse clubs, signaling operators should anticipate continued price sensitivity in 20
Starbucks is discontinuing a blending powder after baristas reported respiratory issues from airborne particles, aligning the change with its seasonal menu shift.
Restaurants are exploring Gen X and Baby Boomer hiring as a potential response to labor turnover, signaling a shift toward older demographics who may bring different workforce characteristics than you
QSR Magazine reports that value incentives are undermining restaurant loyalty programs, suggesting operators may need to reconsider how discounts and deals interact with program retention strategies.
The Cheesecake Factory stock has risen 70% over three months, supported by improved customer traffic, margins, digital engagement, and menu updates—signaling operational momentum that may sustain inve
Taco Bell partnered with Olivia Rodrigo to co-create a Baja Blast variant, signaling continued celebrity collaboration as a lever for beverage differentiation in QSR.
Domino's stock has underperformed the S&P 500 over the past six months, signaling potential weakness that may prompt portfolio review among investors.
Maria Rivera, former Krispy Kreme president, has launched RC Hospitality Group to support emerging restaurant brands led by female and minority entrepreneurs.
Carl's Jr. has shifted to made-to-order burger preparation, a move the chain credits with improving customer satisfaction scores and lowering food waste.
Value menu sustainability is fracturing — if McDonald's $3 offering shows structural problems, chains lose a key traffic driver in a competitive environment.
Cascadia Pizza Co. is adopting Square's platform as it expands its franchise operations, suggesting the brand is prioritizing integrated payment and point-of-sale infrastructure to support growth.
Restaurants are prioritizing first-party digital ordering channels as a strategic focus.
Amanda Signorelli and Nick McMillan took over Las Vegas's Golden Steer steakhouse in 2019 and inherited an iconic brand that may be consuming resources without generating proportional profit—a tension
Pfizer and Starbucks both raised their outlooks this summer, but their recovery trajectories differ in sustainability and investor relevance.
Restaurants are increasing customer technology investments despite traffic remaining 7% below pre-pandemic levels, suggesting operators see tech adoption as essential for competing in a slower-recover