QSR Magazine is a publication in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 1970. 2,188 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Huey Magoo's has opened its fifth location in Missouri, marking the brand's 95th location nationwide [[2026-11-02 Huey Magoo’s Comes to Springfield, Missouri (ca0f64)]]. * QSR Magazine's Best Brands to Work For in 2026 features Chick-fil-A, Playa Bowls, Sbarro, and Jason's Deli, highlighting their investments in employee education, financial security, and career growth [[2026-11-02 QSR’s Best Brands to Work For in 2026 (4df98b)]]. * Great American Cookies introduces a new Snickerdoodle Twix Stuffed Cookie, featuring a Snickerdoodle cookie stuffed with two Mini Twix bars, available through Dec. 31 [[2026-11-02 Great American Cookies Introduces New Snickerdoodle Twix Stuffed Cookie (96affa)]]. * Smalls Sliders has signed a 3-unit development agreement with Keystone Management Group to bring the brand to Northwest Indiana [[2026-11-02 Smalls Sliders Signs 3-Unit Deal in Northwest Indiana (23c177)]]. * Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has promoted Lindsey Kochanski to Vice President of Marketing, where she will oversee the Brand Team and advance the company's marketing strategy [[2026-11-02 Freddy’s Promotes Lindsey Kochanski to VP of Marketing (26d6a2)]]. * Paris Baguette awarded 32 franchise agreements and opened 15 locations in the third quarter, with 119 agreements and 53 new locations year to date [[2026-11-02 Paris Baguette Saw Growth Momentum Continue in Third Quarter (ebc782)]]. * Chicken Salad Chick has surpassed 350 restaurants across 27 states, with over 100 franchise units awarded this year [[2026-11-02 Chicken Salad Chick Surpasses 350 Restaurants (6ec302)]]. * Burger King has reclaimed the No. 2 spot in the U.S. burger category with 8.4 percent sales growth [[2026-10-29 Burger King Reclaims No. 2 Spot in U.S. Burger Category and Plans to Keep It Tha (f31e44)]].
Taco Bell has one of the fastest drive-thrus in the country. Taco Bell clearly believes in the future of automated voice ordering at the drive-thru. The technology is now active in
Chipotle launched Cultivate Next in 2022. Chipotle is widening its influence on the future of food. The fast casual announced Wednesday that its venture fund, Cultivate Next, has i
Birdcall offers free fries and shakes for National French Fry and Ice Cream Days
QDOBA Mexican Eats, America’s rapidly growing 2 brand in the Mexican fast-casual category, has signed two new development agreements to open 50 new restaurants in Atlanta and Nashv
On the heels of its acquisition of Daddy’s Chicken Shack, Esperto Hospitality Group, the New Jersey multi-concept operator behind COVO Italian Steakhouse, Local House Kitchen + Bar, and four other concepts, named Todd Ma
SUPER CHIX (www.superchix.com) is pleased to announce the opening of its fourth restaurant in North Carolina in Morrisville, North Carolina.
It took five to six years to open the first 20 Angry Chickz locations, but the brand is now entering a different phase. When Patrick Noone joined Slim Chickens as CMO early last ye
The massive Hawaiian restaurant chain will give away free SPAM Musubi at participating units to celebrate the sixth annual event on August 8.
The Nashville hot chicken brand is expanding its Southern California footprint with its 37th state location and 42nd restaurant overall.
The iced tea franchise is expanding its Arkansas footprint with a new location in Lowell operated by general manager JD McDowell.
The chicken franchise has hired industry veteran Maureen DiStefano, who brings over 20 years of experience from brands like Starbucks and Dunkin’, to lead its expansion efforts.
The customizable pizza brand is targeting Wilmington for expansion, citing North Carolina’s status as a top-growth state for franchising in 2026.
The 'Dirty Soda' brand has signed a multi-unit development agreement with Derek and Michelle Hincks to bring 13 locations to the southwest Chicago suburbs.
Dairy Queen has appointed Phil Crawford as Executive Vice President and CTO to oversee global IT operations for the brand's 7,800-plus restaurant locations.
The global tea specialist is launching a themed beverage and merchandise campaign across its locations to celebrate the iconic movie's 25th anniversary.
The fast-casual steakburger brand is leveraging new in-line and endcap prototypes to fuel its expansion toward 600 total locations by 2026.
The global fast-food giant is launching a new collaboration featuring 10 collectible character toys and a digital interactive experience for its younger customers.
The Mexican fast-casual chain is introducing a coastal-themed limited-time menu and rewards program available through late August.
Pretzelmaker, owned by FAT Brands Inc. , is bringing a refreshing flavor experience with a new limited-time beverage that’s SOUR THEN SWEET and seriously delicious. Available at pa
The fast-casual chain is streamlining its seasonal offerings to improve operational consistency and speed across its restaurant network.
The chicken franchise is offering a branded soccer ball to customers who purchase specific summer catering bundles through mid-July.
The coffee brand is entering the New Jersey market with its first Jersey Shore outpost as part of a larger multi-unit expansion strategy in the state.
The iced tea franchise continues its Texas expansion with a new store in Katy, owned and operated by franchisee Ryan Marcum of RAM Hospitality.
Bojangles and OM Group leaders will discuss leadership strategies and operational realities for multi-unit restaurant groups in an upcoming QSR magazine session.