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Buffalo Wild Wings GO opens in Wauseon, Ohio on Oct. 17

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, the fast-growing, island-inspired restaurant concept known for its Hawaiian plate lunches and Aloha Spirit, has signed a 52-unit development agreement with Southern Rock Restaurants, LLC/Southern Rock Hawaii, LLC (Southern Rock).

The Human Bean donates 100% of sales to breast cancer foundations on October 16

Sweetgreen opens six restaurants in 60 days, expanding to new cities.

QSRs earn loyalty through seamless guest experiences, not just rewards.

When quick service restaurant chains start to find success and gain traction in a new market, expansion can happen rapidly.

Aaron Wiswell named 2026 Franchisee of the Year by IFA.

Olney residents are getting a faster way to satisfy their wing cravings.

Dave’s Hot Chicken today announced the opening of its 500th restaurant in Phoenix, AZ, on October 8, marking another major milestone for a brand that began with three childhood friends, $900, portable fryers and folding

everbowl, the fast-casual superfood brand with more than 100 locations nationwide, is bringing its craft superfood bowls, smoothies and toasts to Massachusetts’ North Shore, celebrating its Grand Opening on October 9 in Beverly.

Starbucks explores acquiring Chipotle in a potential $50 billion deal.

Hawaiian Bros signs lease in Downtown Atlanta for 2027 opening.

The drive-thru was once a convenience attached to the restaurant.

As Chester’s Chicken approaches its 75th anniversary in 2027, the leading national quick-service restaurant is building on its legacy of delicious, double-breaded chicken with a new format designed to bring the brand to more guests.

Dunn Brothers Coffee expands to Illinois and Iowa with new franchise deal.

Firehouse Subs inks deal with Chris Raleigh for Dallas-Fort Worth market

Juice It Up!, one of the nation’s leading açai bowl, handcrafted smoothie and raw juice chains for over 30 years, has opened a new location in Santa Fe Springs, expanding the brand’s presence across Southern California.

Rosati's Pizza to open 11 restaurants in 90 days, driven by existing franchisees.

Celebrating 20 years of giving back, Dutch Bros and its customers partnered on Friday, Sept.

Restaurant and retail operators juggle everything from scheduling and payroll to marketing, often on thin margins.

Loyalty sign-ups are up 15 percent over the past year with 28 percent growth in transactions.

HME Hospitality & Specialty Communications (HSC), the leader in drive-thru communications and timing technology, today announced the launch of Nitro Vision AI, a camera-based intelligence layer for the drive-thru.

Dig Inn names Dylan Mendelsohn Culinary Director, launches fall menu nationwide.

Hangry Joe’s, the fast-growing hot chicken franchise with more than 90 locations, today announced the appointment of Brandon Wilhelm as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.