QSR Magazine — page 17

Ahoy, mateys! Long John Silver’s is once again turning Talk Like a Pirate Day on Sept.

The sandwich franchise is expanding its footprint in Missouri and Indiana through a partnership with Sodexo to operate units within university student unions.

The mobile coffee franchise has introduced seasonal Pumpkin Pie and Spiced Apple Chai-der beverages available across its national truck network through October.

The frozen custard franchise is deploying Square’s unified commerce platform across 100 locations to centralize reporting and streamline menu management during its national expansion.

To celebrate National Cheeseburger Day and its 35th anniversary, the burger franchise is offering a single cheeseburger deal at participating locations.

As temperatures cool down, Hardee’s is blending summer nostalgia with fall coziness, launching a crave-worthy S’mores Platform and the hearty Bacon Beast Platform beginning September 9, along with the triumphant return o

The fast-casual Asian dining brand has been recognized by consumers for its commitment to fresh, wok-fired flavors and customizable menu options.

The sandwich franchise continues its Texas expansion with a new location serving the Stonebridge Ranch community in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

The Southern breakfast franchise has partnered with Natalie’s Juices to launch a limited-time spicy pineapple margarita across all its locations.

San Diego-based operator Hyperion Brands, LLC has signed a 17-unit development agreement to expand QDOBA’s presence across Southern California.

The California-based fast casual is pivoting to a franchise model after increasing average unit volumes to $3.5 million under CEO Ralph Bower.

Tijuana Flats is aiming for an 80% franchised model under new owner Latitude Food Group following its recent bankruptcy and reorganization.

Luckin Coffee, the global coffee brand known for its tech-forward approach and innovative, trend-driven menu, will launch its new limited-time fall beverage on Sept.

Jack in the Box is launching a themed 'Treehouse of Horror' menu and collectible merchandise through a partnership with The Simpsons for the Halloween season.

Buddy’s bar-b-q has spent more than 50 years serving up slow-smoked favorites across East Tennessee, and now the hometown staple is adding a crispy new option to the mix.

The fast-casual chicken salad franchise is continuing its regional expansion with a new opening in Olney, marking its second location in the state.

Dutch Bros Coffee, one of the nation’s fastest-growing specialty beverage brands, is celebrating the college football season with its newest campaign, “Gameday Energy.

The New York-based coffee retailer and roaster has expanded its footprint to eight locations with a new opening on the Upper East Side.

The iconic drive-thru brand is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a new 'Flavaverse' campaign featuring rapper Yung Gravy and reimagined menu items.

Diversified Restaurant Group has opened the first-ever Taco Bell Cantina inside a professional football stadium at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium.

The Texas-based fast-casual brand has introduced a gluten-free seasonal menu featuring pumpkin beef chili and seared salmon with pumpkin across its multi-city footprint.

The Middle Eastern concept has expanded its presence in Arizona with a new location at The Edge, featuring a halal kitchen and a curated market.

The global juice and coffee chain is introducing a new hot breakfast menu featuring eggs alongside a global campaign to position itself as a morning destination.

The sandwich giant is prioritizing transaction growth and average unit volume over price hikes to drive a projected 2.5 to 3 percent same-store sales increase.