5 notable facts from the 2026 Technomic Top 500
Technomic Top 500 reports 2.3% sales growth in full-service sector.
Dunkin' Brands is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 846 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Dunkin' has unveiled a limited-time Halloween lineup featuring seasonal menu items, collectibles, and merchandise, including the return of the Spider Donut and the debut of the Berry Battie Daydream Refresher [[2026-10-14 Dunkin’ unveils Halloween lineup (8b03e6)]]. * Dunkin' franchisee Dave Baumgartner has opened his 100th store after 16 years, and advises new franchisees to start with just one store to learn and grow [[2026-09-16 This Dunkin’ Franchisee Just Opened His 100th Store. His First Piece of Advice D (d0054d)]]. * Dunkin' has launched a marketing campaign featuring former Spice Girls members Emma Bunton and Geri Halliwell-Horner, along with comedian Rachel Dratch, to promote its seasonal fall beverage lineup [[2026-09-08 Dunkin’ enlists a pair of former Spice Girls and Rachel Dratch to push its pumpk (e2eb23)]]. * Walmart is making a push into restaurant delivery, utilizing its large store footprint and growing delivery network to reach restaurants and consumers, including a partnership with Dunkin' [[2026-09-04 Walmart makes a bold play for restaurant delivery (3fceb9)]]. * Dunkin' is expanding its partnership with Walmart to offer delivery through the retailer's app, starting at in-store locations before rolling out to 10,000 U.S. units [[2026-09-03 Customers can soon get Dunkin’ delivered, from Walmart (854022)]]. * Dunkin' will return to Puerto Rico in 2027 through a partnership with Fusion Restaurant Group, an operator based on the island [[2026-08-25 Dunkin’ to return to Puerto Rico in 2027 (96e211)]]. * Convenience stores are competing with quick-service restaurants for breakfast sales, with some c-stores leveraging their morning offerings to win customers, potentially impacting Dunkin' sales [[2026-08-28 The Breakfast Battle How C-Stores Can Steal Share From QSRs (fcc721)]]. * Dunkin' has launched its fall menu, including a partnership with Alix Earle and the introduction of new pumpkin and tiramisu flavors [[2026-08-19 Dunkin’ Kicks Off Fall with Alix Earle Partnership and New Menu (400190)]] Filed under Restaurants / Coffee & tea.
Technomic Top 500 reports 2.3% sales growth in full-service sector.

Taco John’s, a leading Mexican quick-service restaurant, bolsters its leadership team, naming Ian Poole as VP/Development.

Chain restaurant sales last year slowed to their lowest rate of growth, outside the pandemic, since the Great Recession, according to the 2026 Technomic Top 500 Chain Restaurant Report.

Every October, businesses across the nation roll out a variety of pumpkin-themed promotions such as Dunkin’s Pumpkin Spice Grahams, Chick-fil-A’s Iced Pumpkin Pie Lattes, and Cicis Pizza’s Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls.

BeanSquad, the financial services provider specializing in bookkeeping, compliance and KPI-driven advisory for franchise systems and multi-unit operators, is celebrating strong momentum in the first quarter of 2026.

Christopher Bode will lead the chain as it undertakes a 24-month turnaround plan that will cover menu development, digital transformation and operational excellence.

Lawn Doctor franchise ranked 47 years on Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list.

Pizza brands, sandwich chains and beverage concepts tended to have weaker average unit volumes than casual dining brands and chicken QSRs in 2025, according to Circana’s data.

The Midwest burger giant reported a 7.5% increase in average unit volume for 2025, maintaining its position as one of the industry's most stable franchise systems.

After a long winter, Starbucks, Dunkin’, PJ’s Coffee, Chick-fil-A and more wasted no time releasing Spring-themed menu items.

Jennifer Dodd is the CEO of Main Squeeze Juice Co., a restaurant brand offering nutritionist-designed, superfood-centric menus featuring raw, cold-pressed juices, handcrafted smoothies, organic acai bowls, juice cleanses, shots, and more.

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Coralville, IA — Pancheros Mexican Grill today announces a new partnership with Mex Midwest, a seasoned multi-unit restaurant group expanding its portfolio of leading fast-casual brands.

Caroline McAleese Riley, CMO of Aroma Joe’s Franchising, LLC, leads marketing with a philosophy rooted in community connection and brand consistency.
Mike’s Red Tacos has brought on Patrick Cunningham to the role of Chief Development Officer.

Private equity (PE) has become one of the strongest growth engines in franchising.

Luckin Coffee's acquisition of Blue Bottle highlights the competitive landscape between established giants like Starbucks and Dunkin' and rising drive-thru players.

Eggs Up Grill partners with Metz Group for multi-unit growth.

Andy Cabral expands with 25 Dunkin' and 9 Baskin-Robbins units
CHICAGO, Feb. 25, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Sonal Patel is now expanding her Woodhouse Spas portfolio in the Chicago market.
At Dunkin’, we’ve got a soft spot for the guests who love their iced coffee no matter what the weather’s doing.

FSC Franchise Co is home to three unique brands: Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, The Brass Tap, and Newk’s Eatery, unified under a disciplined, portfolio-driven platform designed for sustainable growth and long-term profitability.

Sonal Patel is expanding her Woodhouse Spas portfolio in the Chicago market, partnering with her nephew and his wife to bring the brand's high-end experience to the local community.

Dunkin' franchisee Bluemont uses AI to track doughnut sales and reduce waste.