QSR Magazine — page 61

New CEO Brett Patterson is focusing on balancing rapid market expansion with maintaining the high operational standards of the Chicago-born brand.

Popeyes is focusing on operational execution and core menu value to reverse five consecutive quarters of negative same-store sales as competition in the chicken category intensifies.

The burrito brand has expanded its Florida footprint with a new location at Hurlburt Field, marking its third restaurant situated on an Air Force base.

Original ChopShop has introduced the Sunny Honey Protein Shake and a digital Summer Shake Club loyalty promotion to drive seasonal app engagement.

The breakfast concept is leveraging new franchise openings and digital platform enhancements to support its goal of reaching 18 units by year-end.

Caribou Coffee has debuted its seasonal summer lineup alongside a new Everyday Value Menu featuring several items priced at $4 and under.

Taco John’s, a leading Mexican quick-service restaurant, is accelerating its technology transformation with a modern, cloud-based platform designed to support the brand’s refresh and unify operations.

Chipotle reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter results and increased engagement among younger demographics following the implementation of its five-point strategic growth plan.

The chicken wing operator reported an 8.7 percent decline in first-quarter same-store sales while maintaining long-term confidence in its average-unit volume growth.

The chicken tender brand is rolling out a smaller, drive-thru-only format designed to decrease construction expenses and facilitate development on tight real estate parcels.

A new partnership with New Catering Connections will provide catering consultancy and operational advisory services to enterprise restaurant brands using the MONKEY Media management platform.

The iced tea franchise continues its Texas expansion with a new location in Prosper featuring more than 20 flavors and proprietary water filtration.

The fast-casual chain is bringing back its vanilla frozen custard and Dr Pepper blended drink for a limited summer run through July 7.

The Human Bean drive-thru is opening at 104 W. Whitestone Blvd in Cedar Park this Thursday, April 30th. Visitors will be able to try the drive-thru's signature offerings. These in

Ali Group has announced several executive appointments across its North American brands, including naming Brad Willis as the new President and CEO of BUNN.

The Mexican-Asian fusion fast-casual brand has opened its first United States location on Park Avenue in New York City.

The coffee franchise is expanding its presence along the Gulf Coast through a 10-unit development agreement targeting coastal Alabama and the Florida Panhandle.

Several buyers have emerged to acquire individual concepts from FAT Brands' portfolio following the company's recent bankruptcy filing and debt liquidation efforts.

Vicious Biscuit's director of training and development leverages her background in banking and international hospitality to enhance the brand's culture and corporate education initiatives.

Starbucks reported growth in fiscal Q2 as North American same-store sales rose 7 percent with significant increases in transactions and delivery services.

Chipotle is distributing $2 million in free entrée gift cards to educators and medical professionals as part of its annual appreciation initiatives.

Firehouse Subs has introduced new financial incentive programs and tiered offerings to help franchise operators combat rising construction costs and support North American expansion.

Papa Johns has launched Lou AI, a digital assistant within its mobile app to provide personalized menu recommendations and streamline the ordering process.

Hat Creek Burger Company has partnered with Terry Black’s Barbecue to launch the Pitmaster Stack burger for a limited six-week run starting April 28.