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The Flying Biscuit Café, an Atlanta-based breakfast and brunch brand, has signed a franchise agreement to expand into McDonough, Georgia and Henry County, signaling continued franchisee interest in th
California Pizza Kitchen is partnering with T-ROC Global to deploy up to 1,000 automated kiosks nationwide over three years, signaling a shift toward off-premise channels as casual-dining chains explo
Chipotle proactively removed jalapeños from some Minnesota locations and sourced replacements from different growers as part of a salmonella investigation.
QSR Magazine published a report on average-unit volumes for emerging quick-service restaurant brands in 2026.
Pizza chains are adjusting their limited-time offer strategies for fall, balancing new menu items with value and established favorites as back-to-school, Labor Day, and football season overlap.
Steak 'n Shake announced a Bitcoin strategy following a 13.8% same-store sales increase, though the source provides no details linking the two or explaining the company's specific cryptocurrency plans
Taco Bell redesigned its loyalty program with features including a 'My Menu' tool that saves favorite orders and customizations and personalizes recommendations.
Chipotle Mexican Grill was downgraded to Neutral by an unnamed analyst with a $40 price target.
Red Lobster has closed more than 160 restaurants, with the CEO stating the chain must shrink, signaling a strategic pivot toward a smaller footprint as the casual-dining operator confronts profitabili
According to PYMNTS Intelligence, only 23% of merchants can currently identify AI-driven traffic and purchases, suggesting most retailers lack visibility into how AI agents are influencing their digit
Lola Beans signed a six-unit franchise agreement to expand into Delaware with founder Donny Bradley's brother Jay and his wife Beth, extending the drive-thru beverage brand's footprint through a famil
Wonder laid off approximately 150 employees, representing 7% of its workforce, as part of a streamlining effort.
Sweetgreen is rolling out its Fall Harvest menu nationwide, featuring returning and new seasonal items including a Maple Glazed Salmon plate and Roasted Bacon Brussels side.
Limited-time calzone launch is a routine menu extension — no signal on traffic, economics, or broader strategic positioning.
Perkins Restaurant and Bakery is offering franchise incentives in partnership with Myrtle Beach to expand its presence in the resort market.
Wendy's appointed Tariq Hassan as Chief Marketing and Customer Growth Officer, a newly created role reporting directly to CEO Bob Wright, signaling the chain's prioritization of unified marketing and
Deliverect and Bounteous announced a partnership to integrate their platforms for restaurant digital ordering. The collaboration signals how restaurant-tech vendors are bundling services to simplify m
Nelson Peltz is reportedly planning an offer for Wendy's, according to trending coverage this week.
Denny's launched a national catering program powered by ezCater, creating a new off-premise sales channel for participating franchise locations.
Bonchon, a global chicken franchise, has been acquired by Minor Food and Serruya Private Equity from previous owners VIP Partners and Mr. Seo & Family, with deal terms undisclosed.
Chili's reported 5.6% same-store sales growth in Q4 2026 and a two-year cumulative gain of 29.3%, signaling sustained momentum in the casual-dining category.
Nelson Peltz, Wendy's largest shareholder, is reportedly preparing an acquisition offer for the chain with support from mega-franchisee Greg Flynn, signaling potential consolidation among activist inv
Burger King posted 8.5% U.S. same-store sales growth in Q2, while sister brand Popeyes has declined in seven of the last eight reporting periods, suggesting divergent momentum within the parent compan
PrimoHoagies appointed Glen Brandenburg as Chief Operating Officer, signaling the franchise's continued investment in operational leadership as it pursues long-term growth.
Burger King reported strong same-store sales growth that outpaced competitors, attributed to operational improvements and marketing efforts, with the company signaling room for further gains.
Dutch Bros agreed to acquire up to 65 Salad and Go locations for $105 million, with conversions beginning in 2027 across Arizona, Nevada, Texas, and Oklahoma—signaling a cost-effective path to unit gr
Qu has appointed Paul Rubin as Chief Product & Technology Officer as the company positions itself to help restaurant operators adopt AI and edge technologies.
Salad and Go filed for Chapter 11 and closed 70 stores, citing weak consumer demand partly influenced by a Cyclospora outbreak.
Taco Bell launched a redesigned app amid strong digital adoption, with nearly half of U.S. sales now flowing through digital channels and loyalty membership growing 30 percent year-over-year.
Del Taco is launching a new catering platform as part of its Project Del Sunrise expansion roadmap, beginning September 3.
California regulators fined Dickey's Barbecue Pit $36,800 for franchise disclosure violations, signaling continued enforcement scrutiny of franchisor compliance with state registration requirements.
QSR Magazine has identified seven franchisors highlighted as worth monitoring in 2026.
Chili's achieved 21 consecutive quarters of growth as Brinker International's sales rose 5%, with the brand crediting menu innovation and operational improvements for sustained traffic gains.
Chipotle is relaunching its Chipotle IQ trivia game for Rewards members in the U.S. and Canada, offering over $1 million in free food as prizes—a move that signals the brand's continued focus on deepe
Popeyes posted a 5.2% same-store sales decline in Q2, marking its sixth consecutive quarterly drop, though parent RBI projects a return to positive comps in the second half of 2026.
Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop added a pulled pork sandwich called the Pit Boss to its menu across all locations, combining barbecue sauce, coleslaw, and pickle chips on brioche.
Events and private dining have become important revenue streams for restaurants, but the booking process remains inefficient, according to TripleSeat's CEO.
Stifel projects Happy Belly could operate 183 restaurants by 2027, signaling analyst confidence in the brand's expansion trajectory.
Huey Magoo's awarded development rights for 60 new restaurants to eight franchise groups in 2026, signaling continued acceleration of its franchising strategy across key markets.
A Snaxshot post opens with an Aldous Huxley quote about civilization causing harm, framed as commentary on food safety or foodborne illness risks in modern food systems.
Little Caesars is partnering with Coco Robotics to deploy autonomous delivery robots.
Slutty Vegan has signed multiple franchise agreements and opened in Florida.
Burger King has reformulated its chicken nuggets in response to consumer feedback.
Starbucks paid down $1.8 billion in debt, reducing leverage and financing costs while maintaining strong liquidity and borrowing capacity—signaling reinforced financial flexibility for capital allocat
Papa Johns has refranchised 28 Florida locations to franchisee Wade Oney's PZZA Group and Magic City Pizzerias, signaling the chain's continued shift toward a franchise-heavy operating model.
Buffalo Wild Wings appointed Ahmed Awadallah as COO; he previously held the same role at Nordic coffee chain Espresso House, part of JAB Holding Company.
Dutch Bros is executing across multiple growth levers, including leadership development and steady quarterly unit expansion, signals the drive-thru coffee chain is building sustainable operational mom
Wendy's and McDonald's both faced customer pushback in Q2 after adjusting their value offerings, suggesting that perceived price-to-value shifts remain a sensitive lever for consumer traffic in the fa
Korean chicken chain Bonchon has agreed to an acquisition, with Canadian firm Serruya Private Equity taking control of its Americas operations alongside an unspecified second buyer.
Wendy's stock rose 15% following reports that an investor group is exploring a takeover bid for the chain.
