Hungry Howie’s latest Cartwheel delivery partner
Hungry Howie's has added a new delivery partner to its Cartwheel program.

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Hungry Howie's has added a new delivery partner to its Cartwheel program.

P.F. Chang's appointed Jim Mazany, a veteran of casual-dining chains including Applebee's and Joe's Crab Shack, to lead the brand as it seeks a turnaround—signaling renewed confidence in executing a p

Wendy's is undergoing executive changes, Taco Bell partnered with Olivia Rodrigo, and recent sales data showed gains for independent restaurants—signaling continued industry consolidation pressures an
Panera modified its rewards program structure, signaling an effort to deepen customer retention through revised earning mechanics.
Fast Casual Executive Summit (Oct. 4-6 in Arlington, Texas) will explore how integrating fragmented tech systems into a unified customer view can improve returns for fast casual brands.

Restaurant technology has shifted from maximizing order capture across channels to a more strategic, efficiency-focused approach, signaling that operators are prioritizing quality and cost management

Chowbus and Maple have partnered to offer multilingual voice AI ordering technology to restaurants.
HTeaO, a Texas iced tea concept, reported $147M in 2025 sales and is positioning its water purification system and customization capabilities as differentiation points in the beverage market under new

Fast-casual operators from Hot Head Burritos, Smoothie King, and Kraft Heinz are sharing insights on executing brand collaborations successfully at an industry conference.

PAR Technology has launched Guest360, a platform designed to unify guest data across restaurant transactions.
McDonald's is testing whether international markets can sustain growth through value deals, menu innovation, and loyalty initiatives despite ongoing consumer pressure.
Papa John's stock has fallen 28.7% to $22.77 over six months amid softer quarterly results, prompting some investors to reassess their positions.
CAKE reported restaurant margins at decade-high levels, driven by traffic, productivity, and sales leverage, signaling operational efficiency gains in the current environment.
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.
A restaurant's reservation system captures customer data from busy service nights, creating a record of guest information.
Restaurant chains are investing in their own delivery apps to reduce third-party platform fees, though adoption remains a challenge for operators.
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.

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
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.
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.

Maria Rivera, former Krispy Kreme president, has launched RC Hospitality Group to support emerging restaurant brands led by female and minority entrepreneurs.

Domino's stock has underperformed the S&P 500 over the past six months, signaling potential weakness that may prompt portfolio review among investors.
Restaurants are prioritizing first-party digital ordering channels as a strategic focus.
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
Four restaurant stocks have gained 50% or more over six months; the article suggests improving earnings, margins, and operations could sustain momentum.
Activist investor transition signals operational reset at major QSR — leadership change often precedes cost or strategy overhauls that impact franchisees.
Jersey Mike's Subs will report Q2 2026 results and host a conference call on September 9, 2026.
Starbucks is facing pressure from pro-labor investors seeking to separate board chair and CEO roles while workers' union seeks consumer boycott support over contract negotiations.
Chipotle enlisted 100 creators to produce unscripted social and TV content showcasing the preparation of new menu items Pollo Asado and Chili Lime Chips, signaling a shift toward creator-led authentic
Brinker International's stock performance is being compared to retail-wholesale peers like Target year-to-date, signaling investor interest in tracking how restaurant stocks move relative to broader c
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
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
Del Taco is launching a new catering platform as part of its Project Del Sunrise expansion roadmap, beginning September 3.
Events and private dining have become important revenue streams for restaurants, but the booking process remains inefficient, according to TripleSeat's CEO.
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
Beyond Juicery + Eatery's Senior Director of Brand and Product Innovation Elliott Disner, who joined the brand nearly two decades ago, is transitioning to franchise owner and plans to open his first l

Celebrity co-creation of limited-time beverages drives trial and social buzz—a scalable playbook for QSR brands chasing Gen Z traffic and shareability.

HB Protein Smoothies appointed Tyler Doolittle to lead real estate and expansion efforts.

McDonald's returned $37 billion to shareholders through buybacks and dividends while its stock underperformed the broader market, raising questions about capital allocation efficiency.
Brinker International issued fiscal 2027 guidance above Wall Street consensus, projecting adjusted EPS of $12.60–$13.40 and revenues of $6.15B–$6.27B, which helped drive a recent stock surge despite m
Chipotle placed content creators in its kitchens as part of a restaurant-focused marketing initiative.
Dave's Hot Chicken's CMO discusses the chain's approach to AI, using it for backend operations like customer data and financial analysis while excluding it from creative and content work.

Owner, a restaurant tech platform, raised $240 million to expand its AI-powered technology and marketing services.
CC's Coffee House appointed Bailey Richard as Director of Marketing to support the brand's efforts to expand its reach and positioning.
