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Taco Bell is expanding AI-powered voice ordering in its drive-thrus through a partnership with Omilia, which already operates in nearly 900 U.S. restaurants, signaling continued industry momentum towa
Dairy Queen appointed Phil Crawford as executive vice president and chief technology officer to oversee IT and retail technology across its global system of more than 7,800 restaurants, signaling the
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers plans to open around 60 locations in 2026, nearing 600 total units, with new building formats enabling expansion into different real estate types.
Golden Chick is launching a new marketing campaign, loyalty program, and digital-first strategy to compete in the competitive chicken tender category.
Bobby's Burgers is incorporating global flavors into its core burger menu through limited-time offerings rather than creating entirely new categories, suggesting QSRs are finding ways to drive variety
Audivi AI has released a new pricing model designed to make drive-thru automation more accessible to quick-service restaurant operators.
Slim Chickens appointed Maureen DiStefano as Director of Franchise Development to strengthen its franchise team ahead of expansion efforts.
Jollibee launched new chicken nuggets, a move the market views as potentially supporting its U.S. IPO ambitions and franchised expansion plans.
Buffalo Wild Wings appointed Scott Nelson as Chief Marketing Officer, bringing experience in brand-building and digital innovation to lead the company's marketing and culinary efforts.
Chicken Salad Chick signed 52 franchise agreements in early 2026, nearly 50 percent more than the 35 it secured in the same period last year, marking its strongest quarter for franchise development si
McDonald's hired Bryan Brown, a veteran from Raising Cane's, to lead development efforts supporting its NEXT strategy, which encompasses restaurant redesigns and enhanced hospitality initiatives.
Burger King is expanding its Original Chicken Sandwich lineup with two new variants launching July 7, signaling continued focus on the core menu item as a driver of traffic and ticket building.
Vibe Restaurants is opening its 100th Wingstop location in Wichita on July 8, marking a milestone in the franchisee's expansion.
Fuzzy's Taco Shop is running a summer promotion through August 30 featuring limited-time menu items, rewards offers, and events designed to drive repeat visits and engagement during peak season.
Smalls Sliders has launched Soda Shakes, a line of concentrated syrups developed with Coca-Cola.
McDonald's appointed Bryan Brown, a former Raising Cane's development executive, as U.S. chief development officer to oversee domestic growth strategy.
Quick-service restaurants are deploying incremental technology upgrades like digital menus and tablets, along with outsourced services, to address drive-thru inefficiencies such as slow service and or
Hopdoddy Burger Bar's CEO Jeff Chandler discusses the burger chain's sale to Founders Table Restaurant Group on a restaurant finance podcast.
Bareburger is launching a blended burger made with beef and roasted mushrooms across its locations starting mid-June, signaling growing restaurant interest in health-positioned burger innovations to a
McDonald's is launching a limited-time Happy Meal promotion featuring 10 collectible BT21 character toys with ring clips, starting July 14 at participating locations.
Fast-food sandwich chains are losing market share to fast-casual competitors, suggesting that consumers may be prioritizing perceived quality and business sustainability over traditional quick-service
Limited-time co-branded product tie-in — routine promotional merchandise without broader operator or loyalty implications.
A Popeyes franchisee facing bankruptcy is divesting most of its restaurant locations.
Eggs Up Grill announced its 110th restaurant opening in South Carolina, reaching a scale position among actively franchising breakfast chains.
Limited-time promotional event — typical chain-wide offer with no broader operator insight.
Seasonal catering promotion with branded merchandise tie-in — routine campaign with no strategic takeaway for operators.
White Castle and Garage Beer, both Ohio-based brands, have announced a partnership to create new offerings for their fan bases.
Chicken chains including Big Dave's Cheesesteaks, Houston TX Hot Chicken, Huey Magoo's, and Wingstop are featuring summer limited-time offers centered on value meals and sweet-and-hot flavor profiles.
Vicious Biscuit has signed franchise partners to open its first location in Upstate South Carolina, expanding beyond its original footprint through a franchisee-led model.
Erbert & Gerbert's founder Eric Wolfe transitioned day-to-day operations to an experienced restaurant operator to focus on brand growth.
El Pollo Loco opened its first Idaho location, marking entry into its 10th state and continuing its geographic expansion.
Monthly limited-time burger promotion — routine LTO marketing without broader strategic insight for operators.
Unit expansion announcement — incremental growth news; no data on performance drivers, franchise economics, or multi-state strategy.
Routine promotional giveaway without clear link to loyalty, customer acquisition, or brand positioning strategy.
Single LTO with food influencer tie-in — tactical promotional moment with no broader operator strategy signal.
Branded merchandise push is promotional fluff — no operational or martech lesson for multi-location brand strategy.
Summer promo bundle with collectible merch — routine seasonal campaign lacking operator insights or competitive signal.
Single-location opening in one market — no multi-location operator takeaway.