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Who's drawing the most crowd in the UK's fast food scene?
Who's drawing the most crowd in the UK's fast food scene?
Overall, fast-food traffic grew 0.8% in H1.
UK fast-food growth slows as new sites split existing demand
Market expanded 1% in H1 2025 as traffic spreads thin across more outlets.
Domino’s, rivals flock to chicken as competition heats up
Its popularity is driving menu innovation even at non-chicken chains.
Fast-food brands lose growth momentum
London footfall also weakened for the first time since the pandemic.
QSRs slash prices as value wars loom
They also face competition from casual-dining brands.
Fast food chains lean on promotions, loyalty schemes to offset weak demand
Brands are competing for the same meal slots.
Loyalty is no longer a ‘nice to have’—analyst
93% of promotions in Q1 were made through mobile apps.
Zambrero targets 100 UK sites by 2030 with franchise push
It has donated almost 95 million meals as part of efforts to end world hunger.
Gong cha adds dessert to hook Saudi customers
Each bowl is topped with tapioca pearls and its signature milk foam.
UK QSRs meal deal prices outpace individual menu items' growth in Q1
However, this price promotion, along with LTOs, continues to grow.
The Sushi Co eyes 100 UK locations by 2030
Its rise aligns with a state push for a healthy food revolution.
Digital discounts surge 25% in UK foodservice
These discounts are aggressively present in delivery platforms
Pizza chains limit price hikes to stay competitive
Major pizza chains cost 40% less than those at casual dining chains.
UK QSRs turn to gamified loyalty programs
Rewards are now standard, with 93% managed through apps.
Broken tech systems cost QSRs speed, accuracy, and loyalty
Consistency is critical to improving customer service.
AI turns old CCTVs into smart, low-cost business tools
Solink’s platform adds intelligence to legacy cameras to boost operations.
Why pizza leads the promotional charge in UK fast-food
UK pizza delivery deals now make up 20% of menus, outpacing other fast food at just 17%.
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