QSR Magazine — page 48

The Colorado-based fast-casual chicken brand plans to open nearly 100 franchise locations across six Midwestern states over the next five years.

The iced tea franchise is celebrating the summer season with a new energy beverage launch and a discounted tea gallon promotion for the July 4th holiday.

The poultry chain expanded its limited-time summer menu with new loaded quesadilla varieties and a specialty coffee beverage.

The elevated fast-casual brand continues its Southern California expansion with the opening of its twelfth location and third in Orange County.

Nashville Pizza Partners LLC has opened the pizza chain's first Tennessee location as part of a multi-unit development agreement for the Nashville metro area.

The national Greek street food franchise is expanding its menu across all nationwide locations with the introduction of halloumi-based entrees and sides.

The deli chain introduced a unique beverage combining Dr Pepper and chocolate soft serve to celebrate the Dallas Mavericks' new head coach.

The superfruit bowl franchise has entered the Canadian market through a master franchise agreement with Eat Up Canada, opening a flagship location in downtown Toronto.

The hot chicken chain’s chief executive discusses how menu innovation and strategic product packaging are driving sales growth beyond just speed of service.

The Louisiana-based coffee concept has hired the former Taco Bell and WeWork executive to lead franchise sales and support the brand's national expansion strategy.

The Wendy’s Company has named former Potbelly executive Steve Cirulis as its new CFO and CSO, effective June 2026, succeeding Ken Cook.

Industry data suggests a shift toward fundamental economic discipline as restaurant operators face declining same-store sales and traffic despite projected industry-wide growth.

The coffee giant is introducing a new leadership role across its U.S. stores to improve operational consistency and provide internal career pathways for baristas.

Joe Jordan will transition from COO to the chief executive role in October as longtime leader Russell Weiner moves toward an executive chairman position.

The fast-food giant has named Ashli Nelson as Vice President of U.S. State & Local Government Relations, following her recent leadership in franchisee sourcing and recruitment.

Multi-unit Jersey Mike’s operators Nate and Whitney Tupper are expanding their portfolio by bringing three Haven Hot Chicken locations to the Massachusetts market.

Taco John’s CEO Heather Neary will discuss the brand’s performance strategy and historical analysis at the upcoming QSR Evolution Conference in Atlanta.

The iced tea franchise returns to its city of origin with a new location owned and operated by a local franchisee group.

The global bubble tea brand is entering the Maine market with a new location in South Portland as part of its ongoing U.S. expansion.

Modern restaurant systems must move beyond fragmented point solutions to address rising labor costs and consumer demand for operational efficiency across all service channels.

Steak ‘n Shake achieved its strongest same-store sales growth in decades following a pivot to kiosk-based service and a health-focused 'MAHA' ingredient philosophy.

The Las Vegas-based fast-casual brand is expanding internationally through a master franchise agreement with PizzaExpress to open 50 locations across the UK.

The heritage sandwich brand is partnering with Franchise FastLane to accelerate growth of its next-generation 3.0 store concept across the Western United States.

The 60-unit Mediterranean brand achieved its fifth consecutive year of same-store sales growth, driven by a 9.3 percent rise in transactions during the first quarter.