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Is Domino’s new pizza as iconic as the Big Mac?
Domino's introduced a Detroit-style pizza offering while Popeyes reintroduced a $6 Big Box promotion, amid signs that fast-food consumers' perception of value is eroding.
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Domino's introduced a Detroit-style pizza offering while Popeyes reintroduced a $6 Big Box promotion, amid signs that fast-food consumers' perception of value is eroding.
Del Taco is adding catering to its business model, joining competitors like Chipotle and Denny's in pursuing group orders as a revenue lever during a period of sales pressure.
Carl's Jr. is ramping up marketing spend and revamping its burger offerings after recent sales slowdown, signaling an attempt to rebuild brand momentum in a competitive QSR segment.
Bundles serve as a value-communication tool for restaurants without explicit discounting, but their effectiveness appears to vary by daypart—suggesting operators may need distinct bundling strategies
McDonald's and Wendy's have both lost low-income customers since the pandemic, contributing to their recent traffic declines.
Denny's launched a national catering program powered by ezCater, creating a new off-premise sales channel for participating franchise locations.
Chili's sustained operational improvements and menu innovation are driving traffic and sales growth relative to competitors in casual dining, signaling that operational excellence and targeted marketi
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
Cava and Chili's posted strong quarterly results while McDonald's introduced an energy drink and Domino's launched new products, though a 'Hot Ones' branded promotion underperformed.
Original ChopShop is launching a dinner-focused promotion called 'Feel Good Nights' featuring new bowl options and a loyalty offer to drive weeknight traffic.
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
Celebrity co-creation of limited-time beverages drives trial and social buzz—a scalable playbook for QSR brands chasing Gen Z traffic and shareability.
Burger King is running a weeklong promotional series for Royal Perks members from September 14–20, anchored around National Cheeseburger Day with daily deals including a free Rodeo Burger and buy-one-
Chipotle partnered with creator Salish Matter to introduce a limited-time Kid's Quesadilla through its app and website, marking the brand's first creator-led Kid's Meal offering.
Papa Johns is revamping its marketing strategy after acknowledging it failed to emphasize value offerings during a period of declining sales.
The National Restaurant Association noted that beverages can support sales across different dayparts for restaurant brands.
Wendy's is offering 10-piece nuggets for $1.99 via its app through late September, signaling continued reliance on digital channels and limited-time deals to drive app engagement and traffic.
Starbucks' limited-time Unicorn Frappucino, after months of anticipation, generated a 28.5% traffic increase versus a typical Saturday, suggesting scarcity and pre-launch buzz can drive near-term tran
Chipotle has relaunched its Chipotle IQ trivia game, offering Rewards members chances to win free entrée codes and points.
Wings Etc. is repeating its September Fan Challenge promotion, offering free appetizers to rewards members who meet spending thresholds, timed with football season.
Pizza Hut launched a football season campaign featuring NFL player Josh Allen that plays on the brand name's similarity to the football term 'hut'; the effort signals the chain is tapping sports partn
Taco Bell is taking steps to address a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to its restaurants.
Fast food chains' heavy promotional activity in 2024 failed to maintain value perception gains as market saturation and economic uncertainty set in, signaling operators may need to recalibrate their d
A restaurant news roundup covers Chili's performance, operational roles, and iconic breakfast establishments, reflecting ongoing industry dynamics across chains and independent operators.
Little Caesars has partnered with NFL players Justin Jefferson, Jared Goff, and George Kittle for a marketing campaign.
Red Robin reported its highest traffic in over three years, attributed to value meal offerings and staffing optimization as part of its ongoing turnaround effort.
McDonald's has added Red Bull energy drinks to its menu, a move that signals potential interest in capturing afternoon daypart traffic when beverage sales typically lag.
Beyond Juicery reports that all franchise owners adopted its new pricing strategy while maintaining customer traffic in a difficult operating environment.
Denny's launched a Fall Fest Menu nationwide featuring autumn-themed dishes with apple and pumpkin offerings.
Denny's is expanding its catering business, with CEO Chris Bode noting that two major competitors generate roughly $150 million in combined annual catering sales compared to Denny's $1.5 million last
Pizza Hut is featuring NFL quarterbacks like Josh Allen in its advertising while shifting its brand positioning to emphasize value.
DoorDash launched a season-long rewards program called 'Don't Fan for Free' tied to college football, aiming to capture fan engagement and order frequency during the 2026 season.
The Scream Truck is positioning itself for franchise expansion by adding brand partnership revenue opportunities alongside its ice cream operations.
Wendy's U.S. traffic declined 12.5%, prompting a five-point operational reset focused on value, branding, execution, digital, and unit economics—signaling management's attempt to arrest traffic loss t
Applebee's, an official NFL sponsor, is offering a season-long promotional pass for free boneless wings to drive gameday traffic during football season.
McDonald's is pursuing a value reset focused on pricing, digital offers, and franchise execution to drive U.S. traffic growth.
Krystal has partnered with Hasbro to create branded kids' meals.
Fast-casual operators from Hot Head Burritos, Smoothie King, and Kraft Heinz are sharing insights on executing brand collaborations successfully at an industry conference.
Domino's has introduced a pizza offering that draws comparison to burger-chain menu items.
Olive Garden is running its Never-Ending Pasta Bowl promotion nationwide for 13 weeks starting Aug. 31 at $14.99, featuring new limited-time pasta options—a move that signals the brand's continued rel
Chipotle launched a back-to-school BOGO that achieved record redemptions, and has now rolled out another promotion tied to tennis player Taylor Fritz and the U.S. Open, signaling the chain's confidenc
Shell is offering McDonald's loyalty members discounts at Shell gas stations through mid-September, signaling a cross-category partnership to drive foot traffic and reward program enrollment.
Whataburger introduced a value menu called More for $4.
Jollibee is celebrating a decade in Canada with a promotional campaign and plans to open 26 additional restaurants, signaling continued confidence in the market despite competitive quick-service press
Buffalo Wild Wings introduced a limited-time Throwback Menu featuring archived items and partnered with Von Dutch on branded merchandise, signaling nostalgia-driven marketing and potential collaborati
McDonald's beverage/afternoon daypart strategy pressures QSR and coffee operators — signals a major player attacking white space and shifting traffic patterns.
Wendy's launched a Halloween promotion featuring Boo! Books and collectible toys called Frosty Frights, combining treats with character collection.
McDonald's is testing whether international markets can sustain growth through value deals, menu innovation, and loyalty initiatives despite ongoing consumer pressure.
McDonald's has introduced U.S. loyalty perks (Shell fuel discounts for rewards members), new beverages, and limited-time branded Happy Meals, signaling an effort to leverage partnerships and novelty o
McDonald's $3 menu availability varies by location, creating inconsistent access to the deal for customers.