Djan Magbanua
Weekly Global Wrap: US-chain Potbelly acquired by gas station chain; Cracker Barrel tables restaurant remodelling plans; McDonald's Japan cracks down on scalpers
Weekly Global Wrap: US-chain Potbelly acquired by gas station chain; Cracker Barrel tables restaurant remodelling plans; McDonald's Japan cracks down on scalpers
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Cinnabon exits UK
The brand ended its UK run with 12 locations.
Pret A Manger to trial meal deals in Q4 after £552.9m impairment
This is despite sales having climbed by 10% in 2024.
QSR Media Middle East Conference & Awards 2025 kicks off in Dubai
Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
Social Media Wrap: Domino's Chick 'N' Dip; Frankie & Benny's celebrates 30th birthday; Greggs releases limited edition bean bag
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Fast-food brands lose growth momentum
London footfall also weakened for the first time since the pandemic.
Greggs partners with Too Good To Go to launch £2.99 grab bags
The grab bags will be available in 1,800 Greggs shops across the UK.
QSRs slash prices as value wars loom
They also face competition from casual-dining brands.
Domino’s Pizza Group introduces chicken sub-brand in the UK
It is currently being trialled at 187 Domino's restaurants.
Weekly Global Wrap: Starbucks China's price tag; Noodle's & Company mulls sale; Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers sold for US$700m
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Costa Coffee opens first drive thru in Alcester
The opening created 14 jobs.
US chain Denny’s eyes UK for franchise expansion
The brand is looking for potential partners to bring it to city centres and airports.
Fast food chains lean on promotions, loyalty schemes to offset weak demand
Brands are competing for the same meal slots.
Deliveroo targets families with shareable £25 menus in the UK
The brand partnered with over 30 UK restaurants to create dishes suitable for sharing.
Starbucks adds UK-exclusive drinks to autumn menu
The brand’s rewards programme members were given early access.
BBagel expands menu towards pastries and sweets
The new menu will be available starting 2 September.
Domino’s Pizza Group announces £20m share buyback programme
The group’s full-year guidance remained unchanged.
