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)]].
Huey Magoo’s, the fast-casual brand known for its bold flavors and handcrafted chicken tenders, is bringing its fan-favorite tenders to Independence with the grand opening of its newest location.
Crisp & Green announced Tuesday an agreement to acquire 33 MAD Greens and Snappy Salads restaurants from the Coors family’s Salad Collective, a deal that positions the fast-casual chain to reach 100 locations by the end of 2026.
Domino's new CEO Joe Jordan aims to reignite growth with 0.3 percent US sales increase
Savory Fund closes $200 million Fund III for restaurant investments
Dillas Quesadillas has promoted restaurant industry veteran Michael Mabry to chief operating officer as the North Texas-based company strengthens its leadership team for its next phase of growth.
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue to debut in Canada with five-unit franchise deal
NAYA, the Middle Eastern fast casual brand founded by Hady Kfoury, is celebrating National Shawarma Day on Thursday, October 15, with a $5 shawarma entrée offer at every location and a giveaway of free shawarma for a year.
Chipotle introduces a limited-edition Big Ass Bag for Family Meals.
Starbucks confirmed Monday that it is not pursuing an acquisition of Chipotle, putting an end to speculation surrounding what could have been the largest merger in restaurant industry history.
Subway unveils new prototype for Europe, Middle East, and Africa growth
Buffalo Wild Wings GO opens in Wauseon, Ohio on Oct. 17
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, the fast-growing, island-inspired restaurant concept known for its Hawaiian plate lunches and Aloha Spirit, has signed a 52-unit development agreement with Southern Rock Restaurants, LLC/Southern Rock Hawaii, LLC (Southern Rock).
The Human Bean donates 100% of sales to breast cancer foundations on October 16
Sweetgreen opens six restaurants in 60 days, expanding to new cities.
Fresh Dining Concepts, a multi-brand franchisee of iconic, category-leading food and beverage brands, today announced that it has rebranded as Green Shoot Brands (GSB).
QSRs earn loyalty through seamless guest experiences, not just rewards.
When quick service restaurant chains start to find success and gain traction in a new market, expansion can happen rapidly.
Aaron Wiswell named 2026 Franchisee of the Year by IFA.
MTY Group ends strategic review, focuses on growth and refranchising
Olney residents are getting a faster way to satisfy their wing cravings.
Artificial intelligence is playing an ever-increasing role in the quick service restaurant ordering experience.
Dave’s Hot Chicken today announced the opening of its 500th restaurant in Phoenix, AZ, on October 8, marking another major milestone for a brand that began with three childhood friends, $900, portable fryers and folding
everbowl, the fast-casual superfood brand with more than 100 locations nationwide, is bringing its craft superfood bowls, smoothies and toasts to Massachusetts’ North Shore, celebrating its Grand Opening on October 9 in Beverly.
Fatburger, the Hollywood-favorite brand known for its made-to-order burgers and owned by OHG Brands, is giving fans even more reasons to make Fatburger their next burger stop.