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McDonald’s unveils Easter treats, spicy nuggets returns
McDonald’s unveils Easter treats, spicy nuggets returns
The menu includes a Cadbury Mini Eggs Frappe, Mini Eggs McFlurry, and Creme Egg McFlurry.
5 minutes ago
Tim Hortons operator raises £26.7m as UK&I deal runs to 2045
Tim Hortons operator raises £26.7m as UK&I deal runs to 2045
The company plans to expand by replicating its top-performing sites.
1 hour ago
Costa Coffee opens first Basildon drive-thru
McDonald’s brings McGriddles to UK&I for limited-time launch
McDonald’s brings McGriddles to UK&I for limited-time launch
The chain is also offering £3 off McDelivery breakfast orders of £15 or more.
1 hour ago
Dave’s Hot Chicken mulls sale of European franchise—report
Dave’s Hot Chicken mulls sale of European franchise—report
The chain’s current franchise owner is Azzurri Group.
2 hours ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Mcdonald's $3 value meal; Gong cha mulls sale; Indian QSRs threatened by LPG supply disruptions
Weekly Global Wrap: Mcdonald's $3 value meal; Gong cha mulls sale; Indian QSRs threatened by LPG supply disruptions
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
5 hours ago
Just Eat rolls out plastic-free takeaway boxes
Just Eat rolls out plastic-free takeaway boxes
This aims to cut plastic in deliveries whilst expanding sustainable packaging options across Europe.
3 days ago
Papa Johns receives $1.5b buyout offer—report
Papa Johns receives $1.5b buyout offer—report
The group reported lower net income for the full year 2025.
3 days ago
Subway unveils exclusive scarves ahead of Women’s League Cup Final
Subway unveils exclusive scarves ahead of Women’s League Cup Final
This is in partnership with sports fashion designer Hattie Crowther.
3 days ago
Chipotle UK launches BOGO offer for people with tattoos
Chipotle UK launches BOGO offer for people with tattoos
Fans with both permanent or temporary tattoos or even drawn-on designs can avail the offer.
3 days ago
Pret celebrates 40 years in London with Westminster opening
Pret celebrates 40 years in London with Westminster opening
CEO Pano Christou helped staff serve customers at the new location.
4 days ago
Auntie Anne’s to open 10 new UK&I sites in 2026
German bakery chain Cinnamood eyes UK expansion
German bakery chain Cinnamood eyes UK expansion
The brand will open its first location in London.
5 days ago
QSR Media UK Awards 2026 nominations open
QSR Media UK Awards 2026 nominations open
The awards programme takes place the same day as the conference.
5 days ago
QSRs biggest conference returns to London
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Research
Nearly 1 in 2 fast food chains in the UK are American
American QSRs account for 44% of all restaurant visits.
3 days ago
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.
Research
QSR prices outpace retail despite low F&B inflation
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Disparity reflects cost pressures faced by the hospitality trade.
New concepts
Low‑capital sites fuels rapid growth for some UK restaurants
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YouMeSushi is banking on a low‑setup‑cost model to spur growth.
Research
Why chicken leads the UK QSR market
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Visits to chicken restaurants increased significantly, compared to the wider fast-food sector.
Research
Fast-food expansion masks 1% visit drop
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Northern Ireland led regional outlet growth for the sector in 2025.
Event News
The awards programme takes place the same day as the conference.
