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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.
Los Tacos No. 1 secured investment from TSG Consumer Partners to fuel expansion, signaling investor confidence in the NYC-based Mexican concept's growth potential.
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
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
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
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-
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.
Denny's launched a Fall Fest Menu nationwide featuring autumn-themed dishes with apple and pumpkin offerings.
Jollibee listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange, expanding its capital-raising options as the Philippine chain pursues international growth.
Krystal has partnered with Hasbro to create branded kids' meals.
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
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
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 $3 menu availability varies by location, creating inconsistent access to the deal for customers.
A podcast episode featuring a TD Bank restaurant finance executive discusses Subway's plan to extend late-night hours and its potential profit implications.
Farmer Boys is discounting its Big Cheese cheeseburger to $3.99 for rewards members on National Cheeseburger Day, a promotional move that signals chains are using calendar-driven occasions to drive lo
Panda Express is bringing back Cantonese BBQ Brisket, a limited-time menu item that previously generated consumer interest and is now returning to locations.
Capriotti's is running a month-long promotional campaign in September offering weekly deals to rewards members, part of its 50th anniversary marketing push.
Over half of Americans support rounding up purchases for charity, signaling potential for QSRs to mobilize customer bases for fundraising tied to education, hunger, and disaster relief causes.
Restaurant chains are running Labor Day promotions tied to Grubhub delivery.
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.
A Sweetgreen customer spent 25 days eating exclusively at the chain for over $900, and the company is now recruiting 30 more people for a 30-day challenge—signaling a bet on user-generated content to
Maria Rivera, former Krispy Kreme president, has launched RC Hospitality Group to support emerging restaurant brands led by female and minority entrepreneurs.
Sonic has partnered with the NFL and introduced a $7 Big Deal Meal offering.
Zaxby's has partnered with Nerds candy to launch a strawberry milkshake.
Jersey Mike's has added Dr Pepper to its national beverage lineup, expanding its drink options at participating locations.
Dillas Quesadillas is running loyalty-program promotions tied to National Queso Day and National Quesadilla Day across its 11 Texas and Louisiana locations.
SupplyCaddy, a restaurant packaging and supply chain service founded in 2020, secured growth investment from existing partner CEAS Investments and counts more than 70 brands among its clients.
Qdoba is running a September promotion called 'Diptember' that showcases its lineup of dips, salsas, and sauces, including a newly launched queso.
Single-brand seasonal LTO with no broader operator insight.
KFC Canada and Cheetos Flamin' Hot have launched a collaborative menu item.
Roundup of seasonal menu launches and promotional bundles across segments — routine news without strategic insight for multi-unit operators.
Single-brand birthday LTO campaign with discount offers — no strategic signal for multi-location operators beyond standard promotional tactics.
Routine menu calendar roundup with LTO launches across QSR and casual segments — tactically useful for comps tracking but no strategic signal.
Pokeworks is running September-long promotions including tiered bonus points for loyalty members and Labor Day offers, signaling continued focus on member engagement and seasonal traffic drivers.
Single-brand seasonal menu push with loyalty tie-in — routine promotional announcement with no cross-brand operator signal.
Sullivan's Steakhouse expanded its Happy Hour Bar Bites menu on August 25 with a new $25 price tier, signaling upscale casual dining's push to capture price-sensitive occasions alongside premium dinin
Chick-fil-A is running hunger-relief fundraisers in select markets through September and committing $1 million in matched donations to Feeding America, signaling corporate investment in local food-sec
Campaign creative analysis of a Wendy's LTO ad — no business model, loyalty, or operator-facing takeaway.
Community giveback tie-in to back-to-school — a tactical promotional mechanic with limited operator takeaway.
UNO Pizzeria & Grill's $99 Pizza Pass promotion drove such high initial demand that it crashed the brand's website, suggesting aggressive value positioning can overwhelm digital infrastructure if not
Ninety Nine Restaurants has capitalized on the Red Sox's strong summer performance through a promotion offering free kids meals the day after wins, driving traffic to the casual-dining chain.
Chick-fil-A is donating $1 million and expanding hunger-relief initiatives during September's Hunger Action Month, as food insecurity continues to affect millions of Americans.
Smashburger renewed its Arizona State University athletics sponsorship for a third consecutive year, expanding its presence at game-day activations.
Seasonal menu rotation at one major chain—routine LTO execution with no broader operator insight.
Single-brand seasonal LTO with creative burger and dessert offerings — routine menu strategy with no broader operator signal.