News
Hospitality insolvencies climbs for a third time in July
Hospitality insolvencies climbs for a third time in July
This marks the highest monthly figure since November 2024.
Deliveroo founder resigns
The news follows the company’s acquisition by DoorDash.
Mowgli Street Food enters exclusive delivery partnership with Uber Eats
Delivery will be only for select restaurants.
LEON narrows loss in 2024 amidst continued economic challenges
Annual revenues fell by £2.4m.
Social Media Wrap: Greggs reveal Autumn menu; PizzaExpress unveils new pizza dips; Slim Chickens giveaway for Thorpe Park Fright Night
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Weekly Global Wrap: Steak 'n' Shake exec billboard to oust Cracker Barrel CEO; Olive Garden trials small portion menus; Shake Shack opens in Hawaii
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
wagamama to give free katsu for first 50 students at every UK branch
This is in celebration of National Katsu Curry Day on 27 September.
Maki & Ramen to open at Metrocentre's Upper Yellow Mall
The new restaurant spans 7,065 sq. ft. with under 200 covers.
GDK to open 150th UK restaurant in Leeds
Leeds now has three GDK restaurants, adding to sites at Cardigan Fields and the White Rose Centre.
KFC to open Moreton restaurant
The opening will create 40 new jobs for the local community.
Japanese restaurant group Taro opens ninth site in Brighton
The 70-seat restaurant is located at 60 Ship Street.
Domino’s Pizza Group announces board and management reshuffle
CFO Edward Jamieson has left the company.
Itsu posts £6.78m net loss in 2024
Adjusted EBITDA slipped to £3.9m.
LEON rolls out autumn menu
The menu reworks staples with more protein and plant-based options.
Creams Café unveils delivery app to boost franchise growth
The service will reach 70% of stores in the coming weeks, with full rollout by early next year.
Zambrero appoints first UK franchise development agents
They will be driving the brand’s expansion in Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire.
Chopstix suffers £963k loss for 2024 financial year
The group reported a £4.49m for exceptional costs.
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