QSR Magazine — page 12

Pretzelmaker, the beloved pretzel chain owned by FAT Brands Inc., is giving snack time a spicy upgrade.

Bubbakoo’s Burritos, the award-winning Mexican-fusion concept, is opening its newest location in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday, Sept.

BurritoBar USA Inc., a leading fast-casual Mexican food franchise, announced that it has awarded the Master Franchise rights for the state of Nevada.

Buffalo Wild Wings GO is making its Suffolk debut with delicious wings and a high-energy grand opening celebration on Saturday, October 3, at 5893 Harbour View Blvd., inside Harbour View Marketplace Shopping Center.

Chipotle Mexican Grill announced the “Summon the Spirits Tour,” a five-city pop-up tour bringing back its fan-favorite margarita for a limited time ahead of Boorito, the brand’s annual Halloween tradition.

The fact Yum! Brands divested Pizza Hut earlier this month, splitting the chain from KFC for the first time in nearly four decades, should signal the company is prepared to make bold moves, CFO Ranjith Roy said.

A multi-unit Dave’s Hot Chicken franchisee filed for bankruptcy as it seeks to reorganize a portfolio spanning Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.

Rise Harvest signs lease for 23rd Marco's Pizza in Utah.

To the average consumer, a restaurant’s success may appear to hinge on one simple factor: the quality of its food.

Ask anyone who’s worked a Saturday lunch rush, the line doesn’t stop and the register can’t be fast enough.

Bread Zeppelin , the Dallas-founded fast casual concept known for its signature “Zeppelin,” will open its newest restaurant in Richardson on Wednesday, Sept.

Love & Honey Fried Chicken, the premium fast-casual concept known for chef-driven fried chicken, heartfelt hospitality, and a growing footprint across the Northeast, is targeting Massachusetts for franchise expansion.

Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen, the award-winning Italian restaurant and pizza franchise founded by Chef Anthony Russo, has officially opened its newest Arizona location at 521 S.

With more than a decade of experience building successful franchise businesses, Playa Bowls franchise owner Amy Lupo has established herself as a dedicated operator, community leader and advocate for the franchise system.

Del Taco opens in Turlock, California, its 17th location in the region.

Speed defines quick service, but not every prep task moves at drive-thru speed.

On September 27, the legacy brand will unveil its newest restaurant concept in McKinney, Texas.

QSR chains must offer experiential visits with 40% decline in traffic

Jignesh Patel named 2026 IFA Franchisee of the Year by Potbelly.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the opening of its newest restaurant in Florida, located at 6650 Fruitville Road in the Fruitville Farms shopping center in Sarasota, just east of I-75.

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, the fast-growing, island-inspired brand known for its Hawaiian plate lunch and Aloha Spirit, is opening its newest Indiana restaurant in Noblesville on Monday, September 28.

Starbucks announced Thursday it’s closing about 250 North America locations later this week, or roughly 1 percent of the company’s 18,000-plus store portfolio.

Rackson Restaurants has opened its 13 th Dave’s Hot Chicken restaurant in Mohegan Lake, New York, expanding the multi-brand franchise operator’s portfolio to more than 100 quick-service restaurants across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Ohio.

CAVA announced a significant achievement in the company’s continued national expansion as it commemorates its 500-restaurant footprint.