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Costa Coffee expands into UK cinemas with major Cineworld deal
Costa Coffee expands into UK cinemas with major Cineworld deal
The agreement spans 10 years, with rollout planned throughout the year.
Papa Johns trials drone delivery in the US
The brand plans to integrate this into the Papa Johns app.
UK QSR founders share growth lessons at QSR Media UK Redcat Conference & Awards 2026
The founders of SushiDog, B Bagel, and Urban Barista are joining the conference.
Social Media Wrap: Starbucks launches new matcha frappuccino; Jollibee confirms unlimited gravy promotion; Shake Shack reopens Victoria restaurant with new visuals
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Burger King UK lifts sales 6.8% to £379.9m in FY2025
The increase was mainly driven by higher home delivery volumes.
Deals drive demand as 48% of consumers favour discounted visits
However, eating out leads consumer spending cuts despite the discount appeal.
Fireaway Pizza turns 10 with limited-time Italian menu
The chain will also run a “Nonnas Eat for Free” promotion throughout May.
B Bagel rolls out major menu overhaul across all sites
The rollout includes seven new bagel options.
Inspire Brands enters IPO pipeline with confidential SEC filing
The company did not disclose the number of shares to be sold or the expected price range.
McDonald's Corporation grows global systemwide sales 11% beating earnings estimates
The group’s adjusted earnings per share were $2.83, beating industry forecasts.
Wendy’s Q1 US sales fall but sees growth in international markets
Global system-wide sales dipped 5.5%. In Q1
Weekly Global Wrap: Mcdonald's warn of weak Q2; Customers help improve Burger King's Whopper; Subway shuts more than 700 restaurants in the US
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Pret A Manger names Stefan Porter as Chief Supply Chain Officer
He will oversee the company’s global procurement and logistics.
McDonald’s UK sales rise 7.8% in Q1 2026
Growth was driven by a stronger focus on customer demand and faster execution by staff.
Sushinoya lands in Cambridge
The first 100 customers will get a free sushi box on opening day.
Franco Manca secures CVA approval for major restructuring plan
This allows the company to invest in its remaining restaurants and explore future growth.
McDonald’s revamps McCafe as it expands drink line up
New drinks are now being launched across different markets.
