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Chili’s plots UK takeover, seeks franchise partners
Chili’s plots UK takeover, seeks franchise partners
Franchisees would receive support from a global team of over 20 specialists.
10 hours ago
Black Sheep Coffee lands in Nottingham with new flagship site
Black Sheep Coffee lands in Nottingham with new flagship site
The site spans around 2,000 sq ft with seating for 90.
11 hours ago
Chris Burford returns to LEON as CFO
Chris Burford returns to LEON as CFO
He will drive financial strategy whilst overseeing property and supply chain operations.
1 day ago
McDonald’s to invest €150m in Ireland expansion—report
McDonald’s to invest €150m in Ireland expansion—report
About 1,750 jobs could be created over the next five years.
1 day ago
Greggs eyes expansion over 3,000 UK sites despite profit slip
Greggs eyes expansion over 3,000 UK sites despite profit slip
It plans roughly 120 further net openings in 2026.
1 day ago
Just Eat to exit Denmark after 25 years
Just Eat to exit Denmark after 25 years
The company cited ongoing challenges as the reason for the closure.
1 day ago
Burger King UK launches March discount offers
Burger King UK launches March discount offers
The offers are available on the BK app, in restaurants, and via delivery.
1 day ago
McDonald’s UK teases new collectable CARDS and meal tie-ins
McDonald’s UK teases new collectable CARDS and meal tie-ins
From 17 March, selected medium or large CARDS meals come with four collectable cards.
2 days ago
Popeyes UK leads Europe’s fastest-growing F&B brands
Popeyes UK leads Europe’s fastest-growing F&B brands
The ranking reflects the chain’s rapid expansion since launching in the UK in November 2021.
2 days ago
Sides names Nick Evans as Head of New Business Development
Sides names Nick Evans as Head of New Business Development
He will lead UK and international expansion, focusing on new sites and commercial partnerships.
2 days ago
Social Media Wrap: Gong cha serves tea-infused soups; Slim Chickens protein deal; Shake Shack launches new lemonade flavour
Social Media Wrap: Gong cha serves tea-infused soups; Slim Chickens protein deal; Shake Shack launches new lemonade flavour
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
3 days ago
Côte Brasserie marks National Butcher’s Week with new beef burger
Côte Brasserie marks National Butcher’s Week with new beef burger
The limited-edition burger combines the chain’s beef bourguignon with its hand-pressed patty.
3 days ago
Fulham Shore owners mulls restaurant closure amidst sales lag
Fulham Shore owners mulls restaurant closure amidst sales lag
The operator said the UK is experiencing a ‘sluggish restaurant market’.
3 days ago
Burger King tests AI-headset voice assistant in US stores
Burger King tests AI-headset voice assistant in US stores
It’s designed to help with on-the-ground services and back-of-house operations.
3 days ago
Popeyes expands to Ireland
Popeyes expands to Ireland
The chain’s UK operator said it has secured a pipeline of restaurant openings in the country.
4 days ago
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Research
QSR expansion is driving down customer visits
Visits are not keeping pace with restaurant openings.
2 days ago
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.
Research
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.
Event News
Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
