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Starbucks UK opens 40 new apprenticeships
Starbucks UK opens 40 new apprenticeships
The move comes as young people face a tighter jobs market and rethink university.
4 hours ago
QSRP promotes COO Kevin Derycke to CEO
QSRP promotes COO Kevin Derycke to CEO
He will assume the role following Alessandro Preda's departure on 31 March.
5 hours ago
Tampopo serves up Lunar New Year dishes with a side of luck
Tampopo serves up Lunar New Year dishes with a side of luck
Singapore chilli soft-shell crab sits at the core of the menu.
6 hours ago
Fast-food rises as restaurant visits drop 6.8% in 2025
Fast-food rises as restaurant visits drop 6.8% in 2025
Expansion of outlets drove fast-food growth.
1 day ago
Creams Cafe unveils limited-time Easter treats
FRIENDS-themed meal and merch arrive at McDonald's UK
FRIENDS-themed meal and merch arrive at McDonald's UK
The chain has also launched new Pizza Mozzarella Dippers.
2 days ago
Popeyes UK serves up its new Kickback Collection
Popeyes UK serves up its new Kickback Collection
Leading the menu line-up is the Kickback Sandwich.
2 days ago
Social Media Wrap: Auntie Anne's joins Coffee Club; Chipotle unveils protein menu; Jollibee launches nuggest
Social Media Wrap: Auntie Anne's joins Coffee Club; Chipotle unveils protein menu; Jollibee launches nuggest
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
3 days ago
IRO Sushi expands lunch offer with first sando launch
IRO Sushi expands lunch offer with first sando launch
The launch taps into a UK trend toward grab-and-go, protein-rich lunches.
3 days ago
SushiDog arrives in Birmingham with Bullring opening
SushiDog arrives in Birmingham with Bullring opening
The new outlet seats up to 25 people.
3 days ago
Gong cha reshuffles marketing and regional leadership
Gong cha reshuffles marketing and regional leadership
New appointments aim to strengthen management and support regional growth.
4 days ago
Eggslut cracks Manchester with Valentine’s Day opening
Eggslut cracks Manchester with Valentine’s Day opening
To mark the opening, a Manchester-only promotion will run until the end of February.
4 days ago
Chopstix enters France with first restaurant opening in Paris
Chopstix enters France with first restaurant opening in Paris
The chain aims to open 50 restaurants in France within three years.
4 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Papa Johns introduces pan pizza; Fatburger parent files for bankruptcy; Tim Hortons dismisses South Korea exit rumours
Weekly Global Wrap: Papa Johns introduces pan pizza; Fatburger parent files for bankruptcy; Tim Hortons dismisses South Korea exit rumours
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
4 days ago
Costa Coffee unveils revamped Dunfermline East Port outlet
Costa Coffee unveils revamped Dunfermline East Port outlet
It has been redesigned with new interiors, furnishings, and layout.
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Fast-food expansion masks 1% visit drop
Northern Ireland led regional outlet growth for the sector in 2025.
3 days ago
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Expansion-led growth triggers slump in existing store visits
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Total sector footfall rose by nearly 1% but was fueled entirely by an aggressive 2% increase in new locations.
UK QSR chains shift focus to value as costs rise
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Expansion in 2026 is continuing, but more cautiously.
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TGI Fridays’ relaunch falters amidst casual dining slump
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Falling footfall, rising costs, and a delayed revamp hurt the brand.
Research
Price spread between fast-food and coffee chains exceeds 100%
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Core items such as cappuccino and latte prices rose by about 9%, whilst speciality drinks have surged even more sharply.
Research
Afternoons now drives coffee traffic
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Mid-afternoon to early evenings have become the fastest-growing daypart for coffee shops and bakeries.
Executive insights
Subway expands digital strategy with UK gift card launch
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The gift cards complement existing digital touch points like kiosks and mobile ordering.
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Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
