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Paytronix, Qu launch upgraded menu, order integration for restaurants
Paytronix and Qu have announced an upgraded menu and order integration feature for restaurants.
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362 stories · last 30 days by relevance
Paytronix and Qu have announced an upgraded menu and order integration feature for restaurants.
A Bain report finds consumers plan to cut restaurant spending and view grocery as a key competitor, signaling that operators need to strengthen value positioning to justify dining-out costs.
Birdcall announced a franchise expansion plan targeting 100 Midwest locations over five years.
Church's Texas Chicken is shifting to smaller, lower-cost restaurant formats designed to reduce construction expenses and enable expansion into urban markets while improving operational efficiency.
Chuck E. Cheese's new CEO is pursuing global expansion through subscription models, AI parent tools, and a shift toward active-play formats, signaling confidence in the chain's financial position to f
Shake Shack is publicly showcasing operational or strategic work under an initiative called 'Project Catalyst,' though specific details about the project's scope or outcomes are not provided in the av
KFC is launching a global brand transformation featuring updated menu items, new restaurant designs, and enhanced digital capabilities aimed at differentiating itself and attracting younger consumers
Australian café chain Two Hands Hospitality has signed a lease for its first Kansas City location, continuing geographic expansion beyond its existing markets in New York, Texas, Tennessee, and Colora
Gong cha partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery to launch a Harry Potter-themed product line marking 25 years since the Philosopher's Stone film premiere, signaling how beverage brands are leveraging I
McDonald's is launching a limited-time Happy Meal promotion featuring 10 collectible BT21 character toys with ring clips, starting July 14 at participating locations.
Papa John's has appointed an interim CFO following the departure of Ravi Thanawala.
Pizza Factory has adopted PAR Technology's restaurant management software suite.
Fast-food sandwich chains are losing market share to fast-casual competitors, suggesting that consumers may be prioritizing perceived quality and business sustainability over traditional quick-service
Dishio, an AI platform for restaurants, reached 350 customers in its first year by helping operators consolidate guest data and boost retention.
A weekly restaurant finance newsletter examines how social media activity influenced restaurant stock performance, with particular attention to Wendy's.
Red Lobster creditors allege that seafood supplier Thai Union influenced the chain to purchase more shrimp, including through the Endless Shrimp promotion that preceded bankruptcy.
Miso Robotics, known for its burger-cooking robot Flippy, has acquired pizza automation intellectual property from Zume.
Casey's, a Des Moines-based chain, is gaining share in pizza and wings through everyday low pricing, suggesting a potential competitive advantage in value-focused positioning.
Starbucks is piloting a program called 'Green Apron Creators' to feature employee-generated content on TikTok, with participants receiving compensation.
Large restaurant chains are increasingly shutting down rather than seeking acquisition, a shift from pre-pandemic patterns.
Starbucks is creating thousands of new coffeehouse coach positions to expand in-store leadership, promoting most from within existing staff; the company reports that stores with coaches have shown imp
A new catering market report analyzes transactional data from over 100 restaurant brands and 8,000+ locations representing more than $1 billion in annual catering volume, offering insights into 2026 c
KFC is overhauling its global menu and restaurant designs.
Pizzerias are leveraging viral food moments and unofficial endorsements as marketing strategies, signaling a shift toward organic, social-media-driven promotion rather than traditional sponsorships.
Red Lobster's bankruptcy in 2024 followed its Endless Shrimp promotion, raising questions about whether the deal was a strategic misstep or the result of deeper operational or intentional issues.
Deliverect and 5&5 have announced a partnership to expand restaurant technology offerings.
Yelp's 2026 data shows fast casual brands like 7 Brews, Dave's Hot Chicken, Cava, and Chipotle leading growth, with consumers gravitating toward customizable menus, drive-thru beverage concepts, and b
Sbarro is introducing a limited-time pizza featuring spicy Calabrian pepperoni and sausage.
Local Favorite Restaurants acquired Cotton Patch Cafe, combining the two Texas-based operators into a group spanning 10 brands with nearly 100 locations.
Church's Texas Chicken has launched a catering service, joining other QSRs in targeting large group orders as a way to offset individual consumer price sensitivity.
Taco Bell franchisee Southpaw has acquired a Columbus location, expanding its restaurant portfolio in the Midwest region.
Restaurant tech investors are demanding stronger profitability from vendors, a challenge compounded by weakness in the broader restaurant market.
Founders Table Restaurant Group has acquired Hopdoddy Burger Bar.
Bill Phelps, who helped scale Wetzel's Pretzels, Blaze Pizza, and Dave's Hot Chicken, is now applying his operational approach to Mike's Red Tacos and other concepts.
A restaurant AI executive contends that the most valuable AI applications are unglamorous operational tools—faster lines, accurate orders, ready food—rather than headline-grabbing conversational AI li
Taco Bell has launched a global platform called L.O.C.O.S. aimed at engaging emotionally connected fans.
Kea and Thanx have integrated their platforms to enable phone-order customers to earn rewards and provide restaurants with additional customer data.
Just Salad named New York Knicks player Jalen Brunson as an equity partner in the brand's first athlete deal, marking an expansion of its investor base.
Einstein Bros plans to expand to over 300 U.S. locations by 2030, with redesigned prototypes featuring expanded in-store dining to enhance the customer experience.
Sailormen Inc., a bankrupt Popeyes franchisee, is selling 97 locations across Florida and may close the rest.
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A purpose-built CRM is presented as a core tool for catering business growth, suggesting that customer data management may matter more than pricing or promotional tactics.
Bahama Buck's has partnered with Qu to upgrade its point-of-sale and operations platform.
A webinar discusses how AI and location intelligence tools are reshaping restaurant site selection strategies beyond traditional methods.
Limited-time co-branded product tie-in — routine promotional merchandise without broader operator or loyalty implications.
A Popeyes franchisee facing bankruptcy is divesting most of its restaurant locations.
The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation partnered with American Express and Resy to launch a free leadership development program featuring James Beard Award-winning restaurateurs as
Restaurant transactions in US World Cup host cities saw a significant lift during group stage play, suggesting major sporting events drive measurable foot traffic to dining venues.
Eggs Up Grill announced its 110th restaurant opening in South Carolina, reaching a scale position among actively franchising breakfast chains.
SPB Hospitality hired Keith Wheaton, a former J. Alexander's executive, as Senior Vice President of Construction to support growth across its restaurant portfolio.
Multiple restaurant chains including Baskin-Robbins, IHOP, and others are incorporating TikTok-driven trends into their menus, signaling that social media virality has become a tangible factor in menu
