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Greggs opens 600th franchise outlet
Greggs opens 600th franchise outlet
The company currently works with 14 franchise partners across the UK.
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Fred Bakery opens second London site at Oxford Circus
Fred Bakery opens second London site at Oxford Circus
It features a split-level layout and serves hot drinks and sourdough, amongst others.
Burger King UK receives additional funding from buyout firm—report
Burger King UK receives additional funding from buyout firm—report
The brand plans to open an even split of company-owned and franchised sites.
Social Media Wrap: Chipotle brings back Lipotle giveaway; Krispy Kreme unveils special Christmas display; Caffe Nero launches partner giveaways
Social Media Wrap: Chipotle brings back Lipotle giveaway; Krispy Kreme unveils special Christmas display; Caffe Nero launches partner giveaways
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Pret A Manger expands in Newcastle with Eldon Square outlet
Pret A Manger expands in Newcastle with Eldon Square outlet
The new outlet is expected to create 15 new local jobs.
Weekly Global Wrap: Cotti launches in Dubai; Taco Bell hops on dip trends; McDonald's removes AI ad
Weekly Global Wrap: Cotti launches in Dubai; Taco Bell hops on dip trends; McDonald's removes AI ad
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Costa Coffee opens new outlet in Manchester Airport
Costa Coffee opens new outlet in Manchester Airport
The opening has created 24 new jobs.
Greggs opens smaller ‘Bitesize’ shop at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet
Greggs opens smaller ‘Bitesize’ shop at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet
The new outlet operates seven days a week and has created 15 jobs.
Zambrero hits 100 million donated meals through Plate 4 Plate
Zambrero hits 100 million donated meals through Plate 4 Plate
Free burritos will be available in the UK on 17 December, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
SIDES brings hot chicken experience to Scottish shoppers
SIDES brings hot chicken experience to Scottish shoppers
It will open two stores in Scotland in 2026.
Ross Warnes to head Pret A Manger UK, Ireland
Ross Warnes to head Pret A Manger UK, Ireland
Pret strengthens UK, Ireland leadership with Ross Warnes.
B Bagel expands catering offer with mini platters, same-day London delivery
B Bagel expands catering offer with mini platters, same-day London delivery
The platters target workplaces and offer bite-sized versions of the chain’s bagels.
Domino’s advances board refresh following CFO exit
Domino’s advances board refresh following CFO exit
Annie Murphy will take up her board role in January 2026.
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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.
Research
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.
Research
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.
Executive insights
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.
Research
London leads UK’s coffee and bakery boom
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In the UK, there are an average of 1.75 outlets for every 10,000 people.
Research
Afternoon crowds shift coffee rush hour
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The morning rush is now replaced with a more social coffee occasion.
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Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
