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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.
19 hours ago
Creams Cafe unveils limited-time Easter treats
Creams Cafe unveils limited-time Easter treats
The menu features three seasonal desserts.
19 hours ago
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.
1 day 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.
1 day 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.
2 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.
2 days ago
SushiDog arrives in Birmingham with Bullring opening
SushiDog arrives in Birmingham with Bullring opening
The new outlet seats up to 25 people.
2 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.
3 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.
3 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.
3 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.
3 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.
6 days ago
Black Sheep Coffee bags Yorkshire development deal
Black Sheep Coffee bags Yorkshire development deal
The expansion will be led by current franchise partners.
6 days ago
YO! launches Valentine’s menu alongside Sushi School sessions
YO! launches Valentine’s menu alongside Sushi School sessions
The Valentine’s menu will be available from 10 to 15 February.
Restructuring wipes 34% of Prezzo Italia estate to save margins
Restructuring wipes 34% of Prezzo Italia estate to save margins
The group is prioritising a simplified menu and forty site refurbishments to combat a gross profit margin that dipped below 40%.
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Fast-food expansion masks 1% visit drop
Northern Ireland led regional outlet growth for the sector in 2025.
2 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
