QSR Magazine — page 18

Interim leadership has been appointed for the multi-brand restaurant giant as it proceeds with confidential plans for an initial public offering.

In a crowded coffee franchise marketplace, plenty of brands can point to strong unit economics.

Carl’s Jr. is transitioning its operational model to cook-to-order burgers across its system, marked by the launch of the Angus Maximus.

Krystal Chief Operating Officer Amanda Hyde discusses her rise from a restaurant hostess to multi-unit leadership and her current role overseeing operations for the slider chain.

Franchisors are increasingly utilizing data-backed strategies and support systems to help prospective franchisees overcome high costs and scarce availability in the commercial real estate market.

The Denver-based chicken chain is bringing back its popular orange chicken sandwich and gluten-friendly nuggets at all locations through the end of October.

A four-unit development agreement will bring the cheeseburger slider concept to North Austin under a team of experienced local entrepreneurs.

The Mexican fast-casual chain is expanding its beverage lineup with a new non-alcoholic blueberry mojito available at nearly 150 locations nationwide.

Denver Day Makers LLC has signed an 11-unit development agreement to introduce the dirty soda franchise to the South Denver market starting in 2027.

The burger giant is modernizing its traditional word-of-mouth growth strategy by implementing new digital tools and communication channels for its 1,500+ locations.

Quick-service brands are increasingly competing for all-day meal occasions by leveraging the portability, customization, and perceived health benefits of bowl-based menu formats.

Restaurant marketers are increasingly using AI and sales data to identify growth opportunities and automate advertising campaigns across major platforms.

A new 15-second commercial for the Pretzel Bacon Pub Cheeseburger highlights the chain's ability to drive brand emotion through short-form video advertising.

Scooter’s Coffee has surpassed 900 locations following a rapid expansion phase, with the vast majority of its drive-thru-focused units operated by franchisees.

New COO and majority partner Kayla Edidin is implementing store-level structure at Red Door Brands, a portfolio company operating Arby’s, McAlister’s Deli, and Little Caesars.

The cheeseburger slider brand marks a major milestone with its first shipping container-based location opening in Indiana.

JHN Group has signed a deal to bring seven Wing Snob locations to the greater Indianapolis area, beginning with a new site in Noblesville.

Long before value became the restaurant industry’s favorite buzzword, it was simply how Cicis Pizza did business.

For decades, IHOP has been one of the restaurant industry’s most recognizable brands.

In coffee drive thrus, technology is increasingly positioned as the answer to speed, accuracy, labor pressure, and tighter margins.

The frozen yogurt chain is introducing a seasonal pumpkin and cheesecake flavor combination available at participating stores through the end of October.

The fast-casual hot chicken brand is bringing back its customizable Hot Honey flavor modifier and two specialty meal deals across its locations for the fall season.

The 11-unit regional quesadilla chain is leveraging its loyalty program and supplier partnerships to drive traffic for National Queso Day and National Quesadilla Day.

San Diego-based Mr. Moto Pizza has opened its 11th location overall and fourth in Orange County, taking over a former pizza space in Irvine.