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The drive-thru coffee chain has reached 777 units so far and has more than 250 stores in its pipeline, gaining on its rival’s footprint of nearly 1,200 stores.
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Starbucks' turnaround is ahead of schedule under CEO Brian Niccol.
Luckin Coffee enters the US market with 18 New York City locations.
Yelp's 2026 growth data shows fast casual brands like 7 Brews and Chipotle dominating.
We’ve been thinking a lot of drive-thru AI lately. McDonald’s, as we reported this week, is back in the game, with a five-unit test of the technology using Google, as part of a broad use of AI in its restaurants.
It would be easy to assume that a brand like Dutch Bros is always looking in its rear-view mirror.
Chagee’s foray in the U.S. has been a success, at least initially.
The fried chicken chain is expanding its CPG footprint by launching two new biscuit mix varieties at major national retailers like Walmart and Kroger.
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7 Brew drive-thru chain sees long lines at new locations
The fast-food giant is testing cold brew and flavored foams in select markets as it moves toward a $5 billion annual beverage revenue goal.
At a remodeled Chicago cafe, the proportion of on-premise traffic has doubled as consumers enjoy couches, comfy seating, outlets and warm lighting.
The two coffee giants are locked in an aggressive expansion race, with 7 Brew planning over 400 new locations in 2026 to compete with Dutch Bros' established footprint.
The Arkansas-based coffee chain surged to 602 locations by 2026, fueled entirely by a massive expansion of its franchised footprint over the last two years.
The beverage challenger reports strong same-store sales growth and targets 1,000 locations as it scales alongside industry giants like Dutch Bros and 7 Brew.
The pizza giant is expanding its brand presence by bringing its signature dipping sauce to 7,500 retail locations, including Walmart and Kroger, this summer.
A father-son team has signed a 10-unit development deal to introduce the dirty soda franchise to Colorado Springs as the brand continues its rapid national expansion.
Quick-service and fast-casual chains are increasingly using protein callouts to appeal to consumer perceptions of health and value.
The beverage franchise and its foundation aim to surpass $20 million in total lifetime donations for ALS research during its annual system-wide fundraising event this May.
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The rise of social media fandom is transforming restaurant loyalty, turning fast-food brands like Cook Out and Bojangles into markers of personal identity and community.
Restaurant sales varied last quarter with 5.8% increase at Burger King.