Technomic is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 343 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Fast-food chain executives, including McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski and Domino's CEO Joe Jordan, have low expectations for the economy, citing flat industry traffic and elevated inflation [[2026-10-14 Fast-food chain executives have low expectations for the economy (c89939)]]. * Burger King's King Jr. meals have seen a 40% sales growth, driven by adults, with the company's same-store sales rising 8.4% in the U.S. last quarter [[2026-10-30 More Burger King customers are getting kids’ meals, and not just kids (555035)]]. * Noodles & Company has added three brothless ramen bowls to its menu, building on the success of its previous limited-time offer of Chili Garlic Ramen [[2026-10-21 Noodles & Company takes ramen in new flavor directions with brothless bowls (75d2c1)]]. * Jersey Mike's is adding a value bundle to its menu for a limited time, offering a mini cold sub and a bag of chips for $7.99, focusing on value to attract Gen Z and younger consumers [[2026-10-19 Jersey Mike’s is focusing on value. Is that the right call (0fa2e0)]]. * Starbucks improved its service and sales with the Green Apron Service Model, which sets standards for baristas and increases labor hours in stores, leading to positive same-store sales in the past three quarters [[2026-10-19 How Starbucks improved service and turned its sales around (6192ae)]]. * The build-your-own bowl category in fast casual is fragmented, with strong demand but a lack of scale among many operators, leaving room for consolidation [[2026-10-13 Build-Your-Own Is Fragmented and Ripe for Consolidation (122b7e)]]. * Quick-service restaurants' biggest competitors in 2026 are convenience stores, according to Rich Shank, senior principal and vice president of innovation of Technomic [[2026-09-24 QSR’s biggest competition is the C-store (fcb7c9)]]. * Wendy's has low consumer ratings despite its size, with ratings nearly 10 percentage points lower than the average of its QSR burger peers, according to Technomic's consumer data [[2026-09-28 Consumers can’t find much to like about Wendy’s (fd3eb3)]]. * The K-shaped economy is still a problem for restaurants, with higher-income consumers spending more on dining out, while lower-income consumers have cut back [[2026-09-29 The K-shaped economy is still a problem for restaurants (0e5a13)]].
TOLEDO, Ohio, – Marco's Pizza, one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, in collaboration with Mike’s Hot Honey, announces the Hot Honey Magnifico Pizza is officially joining the Marco’s menu as a permanent item beginning today at locations nationwide.
Technomic releases its annual ranking of the 500 biggest restaurant chains in the U.S., with McDonald's holding the top spot.
Smoothie King opens 13 stores and signs 20 new commitments in Q1 2025.
Krystal is serving up more ways to satisfy cravings with the launch of all-new Chicken Nuggets, Kids’ Meals and a fresh lineup of value-packed offerings.
This spring break, Cicis Pizza is making it easier than ever for guests to dig into their favorite menu items at an incredible value.
In 2024, Smoothie King opened 84 new stores, surpassing its 2023 total of 81.
As 2025 begins, Twin Peaks Restaurant celebrates 2024, marked by strong growth, industry accolades and impactful community initiatives.
Paris Baguette leads the bakery café category with fresh-baked goods and gourmet bites.
Cicis Pizza offers $4.99 adult buffet on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Smalls Sliders signs agreement for three new locations in Macon and Warner Robins.
Paris Baguette leads the bakery café category with fresh-baked goods and gourmet bites.
Smoothie King, the world's largest smoothie brand and the first health and fitness fast casual brand of its kind, today announces the appointment of Jyoti Lynch as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO).
Smoothie King marks a growth milestone with the grand opening of its 1,200th domestic store in Roanoke, Texas.
Chick-fil-A has become the top chicken fast-food chain in the U.S., surpassing its rivals with remarkable growth and consumer loyalty, and holding a commanding 45.5% market share in 2023.
Available starting October 7 for dine-in and off-premise ordering, Cicis’ Chicken and Eggo® Waffles Pizza brings together the best of both worlds: the crispy, fluffy goodness of Eggo® waffles and savory, crispy chicken a
Just in time for football season, Bojangles is launching all-new Chicken Wings served with House-made Ranch for a limited time.
Cicis Pizza offers $4.99 adult buffet on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe kicks off summer with fan-favorite LTOs and industry awards
Twin Peaks has reached several key milestones in the second quarter, including new store openings and franchise growth.
Pollo Campero was named to the 100 Under 100 List by Nation’s Restaurant News and Technomic for its continued growth and success in the fast-casual dining market.
Smoothie King reports 34 new store commitments and 18 openings in Q2 2024.
Shipley Do-Nuts launches new Egg & Cheese kolaches, available at all 350-plus locations through September 30.
Crisp & Green has been named one of the fastest-growing chains in the United States.
Cicis brings back Nashville Hot 'N' Spicy Chicken Pizza and Wings.