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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
US Foods launched Menu IQ, a tool that analyzes photographs of handwritten recipes to calculate food costs within minutes, addressing a pain point in restaurant operations.
Restaurant operators can use data and AI to gain visibility across multi-unit systems while preserving human judgment in decision-making, suggesting that technology works best as a complement to opera
Sbarro's CEO credits brand repositioning and expansion into convenience stores and international markets with enabling the chain to open over 100 units annually for the past four years.
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
Pizza operators are expanding into fast-growing Sun Belt markets like Texas and Tennessee, targeting communities with incoming population and development, signaling where category growth may concentra
Loyalty program fraud is now a material threat to chain revenue and customer data; credential stuffing and weak authentication are evolving attack vectors brands must defend.
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.
Chipotle opened its first Asian location in Seoul, South Korea, through a partnership with Sangmidang Holdings, signaling an expansion beyond North America.
A proposed change to SNAP benefits may affect quick-service restaurant sales across nine states.
PAR Technology launched Guest360, a guest data platform that tracks restaurant customers across transactions regardless of loyalty program enrollment, designed to work with its existing Punchh loyalty
Nelson Peltz declined to acquire Wendy's, signaling investor caution in the restaurant M&A market.
Little Caesars is partnering with Coco Robotics to deploy autonomous delivery robots.
Slutty Vegan has signed multiple franchise agreements and opened in Florida.
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.
Jimmy John's and Buffalo Wild Wings will open their first co-branded location in Florida, marking a new format combining both Inspire Brands concepts.
A restaurant finance analysis highlights a significant performance gap between Burger King and its major burger-chain competitors.
Papa John's brand perception index has improved year-over-year, but the chain still trails competitors in value and customer satisfaction measures.
Yum! Brands appointed Stephen Bratspies, former CEO of HanesBrands, to its board, effective August 2026, signaling the chain operator's interest in consumer-brand expertise outside foodservice.
Quality Fresca, a Florida-based Moe's Southwest Grill franchisee that operated 69 locations at its peak in 2021, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after closing dozens of underperforming stores.
California Pizza Kitchen has installed a pizza vending machine at Dayton airport, expanding its off-premise availability.
Original ChopShop is launching a dinner-focused promotion called 'Feel Good Nights' featuring new bowl options and a loyalty offer to drive weeknight traffic.
Cava reported 9% same-store sales growth and a 5.3% traffic increase, suggesting the fast-casual chain has weathered recent food-safety concerns better than peers in the segment.
Wendy's and Jack in the Box each made changes to their president roles this week, signaling continued executive churn in the fast-food sector.
Sandwich chains are using loyalty programs to differentiate in a crowded segment where the format's versatility—spanning indulgent to health-focused options—makes menu competition intense.
Jack in the Box reported a comparable-sales decline of 1.1% and is prioritizing simplification, quality, and customer experience as strategic focuses.
Jack in the Box is working with franchisees to close underperforming locations in an effort to improve operator profitability as more struggle financially; the chain's core challenge remains driving s
Subway is implementing stricter approval processes for store closures and encouraging franchisees to extend operating hours, signaling the chain is taking direct operational control to counter domesti
Grimaldi's is expanding its presence in Southwest Florida.
Jimmy John's secured an official sponsorship partnership with ESPN's College GameDay, gaining presence at the show's stops throughout the college football season and relaunching its Fan Feast meal as
Taco Bell has signed an exclusive franchise deal with Americana Restaurants to re-enter the United Arab Emirates market, marking a return to the region after a 12-year absence.
Celebrity co-creation of limited-time beverages drives trial and social buzz—a scalable playbook for QSR brands chasing Gen Z traffic and shareability.
Starbucks is laying off more than 200 workers, with over 100 tied to a restructuring announced in May and 120 declining a relocation to Nashville.
Divine app has launched publicly, implemented a ban on AI-generated content, and signed a partnership with Taco Bell.
Red Robin named Scott Hudler as chief marketing officer, effective September 8, replacing interim CMO Russ Klein.
Evergreens, a Seattle-based fast-casual chain founded in 2012, has launched a franchise program targeting 12 Western states, signaling a shift from company-operated growth to franchisee-led expansion.
Hungry Howie's has added a new delivery partner to its Cartwheel program.
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
Jack in the Box's same-store sales missed expectations last quarter, with a disappointing partnership collaboration cited as a factor, though results have since improved.
McDonald's loyalty program collects granular customer data including visit frequency predictions and churn scores, illustrating how QSR operators now build detailed behavioral profiles that extend wel
