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Wingstop opened a location in Inverness, Scotland, marking a geographic expansion milestone for the fast-food chain in the UK and Ireland.
A restaurant chain is closing 195 locations and giving customers a limited window to redeem loyalty points before shutdown.
A Chicago woman claims a Wendy's meal caused foodborne illness resulting in $93,000 in medical bills, signaling potential food-safety concerns that could expose QSR operators to liability and reputati
Multi-unit restaurant operators are reportedly choosing Tide Services as an alternative to opening additional locations.
Starbucks launched a unicorn-themed product or promotion, according to Placer.ai.
Topgolf is introducing game day offers and menu items across its 100+ U.S. venues to position itself as a destination for football season viewing and entertainment.
An AI expert discusses how restaurants should evaluate and build technology stacks, highlighting the importance of strategic tech selection in food-service operations.
Subway is running a promotion tied to ARC Raiders' Frozen Trail adventure, targeting gamers with the offer of in-game outfit rewards.
FiiZ Drinks is expanding its dirty soda concept across the country.
Marco's Pizza has been ranked among the top franchise brands on QSR Magazine's 2026 QSR 50 list.
QSR Magazine explores how restaurant brands can expand operations while maintaining their core values and identity.
Spur has closed iconic restaurants in South Africa.
Yum Brands is implementing AI automation in its restaurant operations.
New permanent chicken pizzas add SKU complexity but signal category testing — pizza chains adding protein variety to compete with QSR.
QSR Magazine identified the 20 fast-food chains with the highest per-restaurant earnings, offering a snapshot of which brands command the strongest unit economics in the sector.
A burger chain has introduced a $4 menu offering, joining competitors in aggressive fast-food price competition.
Zambrero, an Australian QSR chain, has launched air-fried hot chips as a menu item.
The Cheesecake Factory is closing some locations in 2026.
Einstein Bros. Bagels is reintroducing its Pumpkin Bagel & Pumpkin Shmear after a seven-year absence, starting with digital-exclusive early access in mid-August; the return of seasonal nostalgia items
Smoothie King launched a pumpkin smoothie formulated for GLP-1 medication users, signaling growing restaurant attention to the dietary needs of this expanding consumer segment.
A longstanding Italian restaurant chain has closed 50 locations in 2026, suggesting consolidation pressure in the casual dining segment.
CEO interview covering concept differentiation and multi-format expansion (full-service and fast-casual) — useful for operators exploring format leverage, but limited to a single emerging brand.
Multiple brands are developing Asian fast-casual concepts, signaling continued investor and operator interest in expanding the category beyond established players.
Birdcall has opened its first franchise location in Starkville, Mississippi, advancing its national expansion beyond its Colorado roots.
Baron Capital's small-cap fund lagged the Russell 2000 Growth Index in Q2 2026, though the letter details a renewed position in Wingstop; the fund's underperformance relative to its benchmark may sign
Sweetgreen opened its fourth Sweetlane drive-up location in McLean, Virginia, expanding a format designed to streamline order-ahead service for the fast-casual segment.
Kate Meier launched Help the House, a support organization for restaurant workers, after witnessing gaps in health insurance and safety nets among her chef children's colleagues.
Burger King has reformulated the Whopper; the article suggests the real test is whether the change translates to improved sales and customer perception.
China's burger adoption suggests emerging-market QSR growth, but lacks chain-specific or U.S. operator implications.
The Melt, a sandwich chain, is expanding into Washington, D.C.
Wonder is deploying free battery systems at NYC restaurants to help reduce energy costs.
State of Play Hospitality raised $10 million to accelerate Flight Club's U.S. expansion, following a year of double-digit revenue and profit growth.
1851 Franchise has compiled a list of franchise concepts it views as innovative for 2026.
Cracker Barrel introduced a fall menu featuring crispy homestyle chicken, apple-flavored items, and meals starting at $9.99.
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Perkins is launching a seasonal pumpkin menu starting August 26, alongside smashed burgers and a bundled meal-plus-dessert value offer—signaling continued reliance on limited-time offerings and bundle
Panini Kabob Grill is expanding beyond its existing San Diego footprint with two additional California locations, signaling continued confidence in the regional Mediterranean fast-casual model.
Smashburger is running a month-long back-to-school promotion in September offering discounted fries or tots to students and school staff with purchase, a seasonal tactic common in QSR to capture traff
Sbarro is marking its 70th anniversary with a campaign centered on its signature slice offering.
Chinese brands spanning coffee, hotpot, and other categories are entering the burger market, signaling that quick-service burger offerings are becoming a competitive arena across category boundaries i
Japanese restaurant chain Ootoya plans to accelerate its overseas expansion.
Ootoya is planning to accelerate its international expansion.
A government official (Khader) indicates that food chains may face new requirements to disclose the freshness status of stored products.
German Doner Kebab has appointed a new chief executive.
CAVA plans to open its first Bay Area location in 2027, signaling continued geographic expansion into a competitive West Coast market.
Celebrity partnership promos are table stakes, but execution matters—a misfire signals execution risk to franchisees watching ROI on marketing spend.
Farm-to-table theater and supply-chain control are growth narratives, but this episode focuses on a single startup's philosophy—limited scale signal for multi-location operators.
A Korean fried chicken chain operating 500 restaurants has been sold to new owners who have announced expansion plans.
DPC Dash Ltd, Domino's Pizza's exclusive franchisee in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau, will announce its interim financial results on August 26, 2026.
Jollibee has signed its first British Columbia franchise agreement with plans for 16 locations, signaling the QSR's continued expansion into new Canadian provinces.
Qashier has acquired Gatoes, a restaurant technology company, in a deal announced via Dealroom.