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Shake Shack announces tech overhaul to scale AI and digital capabilities
Shake Shack announces tech overhaul to scale AI and digital capabilities
This also includes the launch of the brand’s first loyalty programme.
12 hours ago
LEON rehires Nick Scovell to lead operations and franchise growth
LEON rehires Nick Scovell to lead operations and franchise growth
Returning team members signal a push for consistent, sustainable growth.
13 hours ago
Boss Pizza opens new Derby branch
Popeyes lands on Tottenham Court Road
Popeyes lands on Tottenham Court Road
The new opening is expected to bring 112 jobs to the area.
15 hours ago
Délifrance unveils hot sandwich range for all-day trade
Délifrance unveils hot sandwich range for all-day trade
The line-up is designed for hotels, bakery-to-go, QSRs, and coffee shops.
15 hours ago
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's launches pro gamer menu; Chick-fil-a offers free ice cream to put phones away; Dairy Queen brings back 99 cents Blizzard
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's launches pro gamer menu; Chick-fil-a offers free ice cream to put phones away; Dairy Queen brings back 99 cents Blizzard
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
16 hours ago
Chipotle offers free burritos and meals in April
Chipotle offers free burritos and meals in April
The promo aims to capture the UK’s £1.7b burrito market.
5 days ago
Tortilla launches 15,000 burrito giveaway for National Burrito Day
Tortilla launches 15,000 burrito giveaway for National Burrito Day
The brand is giving away an estimated 7.5 metric tonnes of burritos.
5 days ago
Chaiiwala targets Woking for 2nd Surrey high street site
Chaiiwala targets Woking for 2nd Surrey high street site
The new location will provide a fresh audience of consumers unfamiliar with its signature brew.
5 days ago
Industry leaders take the stage at the QSR Media UK Conference & Awards 2026
Industry leaders take the stage at the QSR Media UK Conference & Awards 2026
One of the most exclusive gatherings of the top QSR brands in the UK is happening soon.
6 days ago
Brands to compete for QSR Media UK Awards 2026
Brands to compete for QSR Media UK Awards 2026
18 categories are now open for nominations.
6 days ago
Domino's Pizza Group appoints Nicola Frampton as permanent CEO
Domino's Pizza Group appoints Nicola Frampton as permanent CEO
The group conducted a global hunt before deciding the current chief operating officer was the superior choice.
6 days ago
Starbucks UK reports £30.1m profit in 2025 amidst ‘tougher’ market
Starbucks UK reports £30.1m profit in 2025 amidst ‘tougher’ market
The group plans to open a further 500 new sites in the next five years.
6 days ago
KFC rolls out Kebab menu with giant rotisserie stunt in Spain
KFC rolls out Kebab menu with giant rotisserie stunt in Spain
The limited-time menu includes four new items.
6 days ago
Auntie Anne’s launches container store rollout to slash costs
Auntie Anne’s launches container store rollout to slash costs
The trial’s success triggers immediate expansion into travel hubs for the brand
6 days ago
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Franchising
Papa Johns franchisee pivots to AI to combat labour stress
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.
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.
Event News
One of the most exclusive gatherings of the top QSR brands in the UK is happening soon.
