In Focus
The Sushi Co eyes 100 UK locations by 2030
The Sushi Co eyes 100 UK locations by 2030
Its rise aligns with a state push for a healthy food revolution.
Brits name their top choices for dining
McDonald's is the UK's favourite restaurant.
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.
LEON sees 81% spike in app orders following rewards programme launch
The brand is currently exploring ways to expand the programme by adding more food offerings.
Sandwich Sandwich seeks UK expansion through franchising
Scaling beyond Bristol would take more than just momentum.
UK fast-food chains revamp menus, store hours to cut costs
Outdated tech could also drag QSRs down.
Global fast food market to hit US$1.2t by 2032
Tech, urbanisation & lifestyle shifts are reshaping the market.
FULL LIST: Winners of the QSR Media UK Redcat Conference & Awards 2025
A total of 18 awards were presented, celebrating the top-performing brands across the UK.
Mammy Pancake tempts UK with sweet desserts
The London location is set to open in June, with 10 more sites in the pipeline.
Gong cha targets 10,000 stores with global expansion
The bubble tea maker is scaling operations and boosting franchise partnerships overseas.
Auntie Anne’s UK leans on bold branding to grow in tough times
The brand is embracing innovation, franchise agility, and a playful image to expand across the UK and Ireland.
Church’s Texas Chicken eyes UK as launchpad for European growth
The brand expects a third of its target sales to come from this market.
Operators often miss promotional opportunities in Easter
The holiday is often sees consistent traffic growth compared to other holidays.
Yolk Brands bets on burger, chicken for global expansion
Pickl and BonBird are going places in the next half decade.
Away From Home inflation to reach 5.2% in 2025
This is driven by rising labour costs.
Ice cream prices leap 13% in January
Uneven menu inflation challenges QSRs as some categories rise faster than others.
