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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.
KFC created a new global chief brand officer role, signaling intensified focus on brand management amid competitive pressures in fast food.
KFC Global appointed Amy Ellis Durini as Chief Brand Officer in a newly created role, reporting to CEO Scott Mezvinsky starting November 2026, to lead global brand strategy and loyalty initiatives.
Kayla Edidin has taken a majority stake and COO role at Red Door Brands following a challenging period for the franchise operator, signaling a leadership transition aimed at stabilizing the company.
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
Wendy's will remain public after activist investor Trian withdrew its take-private proposal, while the chain appointed a new CMO focused on marketing and customer growth—signaling continued operationa
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-
Pickleman's Gourmet Café appointed Jim Morey, an executive with experience at Wawa, Outback Steakhouse, and McDonald's, to its advisory board to support expansion efforts.
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
Caribou Coffee appointed Zane Thomas-Rogers as COO, restructuring operations to separate coffeehouse management from warehouse and logistics oversight.
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.
CAVA's COO Douglas Thompson purchased 6,500 shares valued at $432,000, expanding his stake by 51%; insider buying activity may signal management confidence in the company's direction.
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.
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.
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.
KFC promoted an executive internally, Sweetgreen launched a 30-day customer challenge, and a South Korean bakery-cafe chain plans a U.S. debut.
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.
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.
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.
Hai Hospitality, the Austin-based restaurant group behind Uchi and related concepts, appointed Carl Segal as its first Chief Operating Officer, effective August 24, signaling the group's move toward f
Single-brand birthday LTO campaign with discount offers — no strategic signal for multi-location operators beyond standard promotional tactics.
HB Protein Smoothies appointed Tyler Doolittle to lead real estate and expansion efforts.
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.