Top News
LATEST NEWS
Costa Coffee scales drive-thru footprint to 400 locations
Costa Coffee scales drive-thru footprint to 400 locations
The chain aims to open up to 40 drive-thrus in 2026.
6 hours ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Starbucks announces licensing business restructure; Five Guys CEO gives employees US$1.5m bonus; McDonald's partners with KPop Demon Hunters
Weekly Global Wrap: Starbucks announces licensing business restructure; Five Guys CEO gives employees US$1.5m bonus; McDonald's partners with KPop Demon Hunters
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
11 hours ago
Burger King unveils Pringles collab with limited-edition UK range
Burger King unveils Pringles collab with limited-edition UK range
Each promotional Pringles tube includes a buy-one-get-one-free restaurant offer.
3 days ago
Popeyes UK launches Honey BBQ range to exploit BBQ demand
Popeyes UK launches Honey BBQ range to exploit BBQ demand
Seven in 10 said the smell of barbecue improves their mood.
3 days ago
Subway launches Shawarma Spiced Chicken menu nationwide
Subway launches Shawarma Spiced Chicken menu nationwide
Oven cooked thigh pieces feature a blend of turmeric and paprika.
3 days ago
Burger chain Fatburger lands in Paris
Burger chain Fatburger lands in Paris
Two more restaurants are planned for later this year.
4 days ago
Pizza Hut revamps loyalty scheme with free pizza for early sign-ups
Pizza Hut revamps loyalty scheme with free pizza for early sign-ups
Every order earns stamps redeemable for free items.
4 days ago
KFC serves up 20 Hot Wings for £7.99
KFC serves up 20 Hot Wings for £7.99
Customers can add two large sides for an additional £3.79.
5 days ago
PAUL unveils limited-time Easter pastry range
PAUL unveils limited-time Easter pastry range
It is available from 30 March to 8 April in-store and through Click & Collect.
5 days ago
Burger King reworks Beef Wellington as a Wagyu burger
Burger King reworks Beef Wellington as a Wagyu burger
It is also bringing back “The Wagyu” and adding new sides, including truffle-loaded fries.
5 days ago
IRO Sushi bets on new format to power next phase of growth
IRO Sushi bets on new format to power next phase of growth
The first site to feature the updated format will be in Woking.
5 days ago
Social Media Wrap: Burger King launches Wagyu Wellington; Popeyes unveils new chicken sandwich; Slim Chickens opens in Tower Park
Social Media Wrap: Burger King launches Wagyu Wellington; Popeyes unveils new chicken sandwich; Slim Chickens opens in Tower Park
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Just Eat taps Amazon’s Alexa+ for voice-activated orders
Just Eat taps Amazon’s Alexa+ for voice-activated orders
The move builds on the early success of voice ordering within the Just Eat app.
Black Sheep Coffee unveils limited-time Banana Arcade menu
Black Sheep Coffee unveils limited-time Banana Arcade menu
The menu draws on retro arcade themes and playful, familiar flavours.
Costa Coffee expands Edinburgh Airport site with £750k refit
Costa Coffee expands Edinburgh Airport site with £750k refit
The upgraded site now includes 60 additional seats.
Exclusives
Franchising
Papa Johns franchisee pivots to AI to combat labour stress
Cost pressures accelerated digital maturity to strengthen UK business resilience.
3 days ago
Research
Nearly 1 in 2 fast food chains in the UK are American
![Nearly 1 in 2 fast food chains in the UK are American]()
American QSRs account for 44% of all restaurant visits.
Research
QSR expansion is driving down customer visits
![QSR expansion is driving down customer visits]()
Visits are not keeping pace with restaurant openings.
Executive insights
Dirt Coffee eyes 100 sites on low-investment strategy
![Dirt Coffee eyes 100 sites on low-investment strategy]()
The former Triple Two Coffee founder is leading the brand's growth.
Research
QSR prices outpace retail despite low F&B inflation
![QSR prices outpace retail despite low F&B inflation]()
Disparity reflects cost pressures faced by the hospitality trade.
New concepts
Low‑capital sites fuels rapid growth for some UK restaurants
![Low‑capital sites fuels rapid growth for some UK restaurants]()
YouMeSushi is banking on a low‑setup‑cost model to spur growth.
Research
Why chicken leads the UK QSR market
![Why chicken leads the UK QSR market]()
Visits to chicken restaurants increased significantly, compared to the wider fast-food sector.
Event News
Marketing, menu innovation, and brand collaboration initiatives can be submitted as entries.
