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German Doner Kebab opens at Beaconsfield Services
German Doner Kebab opens at Beaconsfield Services
New site targets high-traffic travel hub as brand accelerates UK expansion strategy.
21 minutes ago
QSR chains test ChatGPT integrations for ordering and drink discovery
QSR chains test ChatGPT integrations for ordering and drink discovery
Starbucks and Little Caesars recently launched an integrated app inside the GenAI platform.
1 hour ago
Bow Street Group posts 6.1% like-for-like sales growth in March
Bow Street Group posts 6.1% like-for-like sales growth in March
Targeted investment lifted performance, with refurbished sites outperforming and others returning to growth.
22 hours ago
Boss Pizza to open in Milton Keynes with £2 launch offer
Boss Pizza to open in Milton Keynes with £2 launch offer
The new outlet is located at 18 Secklow Gate West.
1 day ago
Slim Chickens links up with Cluedo for nationwide prize promotion
Slim Chickens links up with Cluedo for nationwide prize promotion
The promotion uses Cluedo-style elements, including suspects and mystery-solving themes.
1 day ago
Caprinos Pizza bets on Detroit-style range for high-footfall growth
Caprinos Pizza bets on Detroit-style range for high-footfall growth
The rollout will begin as a trial across 11 sites.
2 days ago
Chaiiwala opens in Park Royal
Insomnia Coffee rolls out SAMBAZON açaí bowls across 16 Irish locations
Insomnia Coffee rolls out SAMBAZON açaí bowls across 16 Irish locations
The rollout comes as demand for açaí continues to grow in the Irish market.
2 days ago
atis takes full control of ordering with new customer app
atis takes full control of ordering with new customer app
The app is set to launch on app stores in early May.
2 days ago
Hotville to open first London outlet with Uxbridge launch
Hotville to open first London outlet with Uxbridge launch
The company plans to add five more locations this year.
2 days ago
Three weeks left to nominate at the QSR Media UK Awards 2026
Three weeks left to nominate at the QSR Media UK Awards 2026
18 categories are now open for nominations.
2 days ago
Which Wich expands London footprint with new multi-unit franchise deal
Which Wich expands London footprint with new multi-unit franchise deal
It will focus on high-traffic areas such as high streets, transport hubs, and retail centres.
3 days ago
Social Media Wrap: Starbucks reveals protein drink range; Cote unveils its £10 range; Joe & the Juice teases a new drink
Social Media Wrap: Starbucks reveals protein drink range; Cote unveils its £10 range; Joe & the Juice teases a new drink
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
3 days ago
Côte Brasserie brings £10 value menu to weekday dining
Côte Brasserie brings £10 value menu to weekday dining
Guests can upgrade to a three-course set menu for an additional £10.
3 days ago
Greggs profit fall 20.3% as heat dents footfall
Greggs profit fall 20.3% as heat dents footfall
The group expects employment cost inflation to be the biggest driver for 2026.
3 days ago
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Fast food pricing pressures intensifies as traffic weakens
Growth has been largely because of new openings instead of visit frequency.
7 minutes ago
Executive insights
YouMeSushi sharpens operations as expansion continues
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Growth to be supported by simpler menus and stronger franchise systems amidst ongoing cost pressures.
1 day ago
Executive insights
Ole & Steen targets smarter promotions as value pressure builds
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Data-led promotions replace blanket deals to drive traffic and margins.
2 days ago
Franchising
Papa Johns franchisee pivots to AI to combat labour stress
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Cost pressures accelerated digital maturity to strengthen UK business resilience.
Research
Nearly 1 in 2 fast food chains in the UK are American
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American QSRs account for 44% of all restaurant visits.
Research
QSR expansion is driving down customer visits
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Visits are not keeping pace with restaurant openings.
Executive insights
Dirt Coffee eyes 100 sites on low-investment strategy
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The former Triple Two Coffee founder is leading the brand's growth.
Event News
Growth to be supported by simpler menus and stronger franchise systems amidst ongoing cost pressures.
