QSR

Restaurant operators should prepare for due diligence 12-18 months before a sale to ensure a smooth transaction, a managing director advises.

A university has seen a tenfold increase in sales by replacing a vending machine with a robotic hot-meal kiosk that serves local restaurant meals.

Restaurant brands face a tighter market for new sites than the national vacancy rate suggests, with usable vacancy in growth markets estimated to be 2-3%.

Burger King, Jersey Mike's, and El Pollo Loco leaders discuss the importance of value, traffic, and franchisee profitability in the QSR industry.

Burger King, Jersey Mike's, and El Pollo Loco leaders discuss the importance of value, traffic, and franchisee profitability in the QSR industry.

Restaurant chains are making menu upgrades to win back increasingly selective diners, with some seeing significant increases in sales.

Smalls Sliders has opened a new location in Hammond, Louisiana, offering its signature cheeseburger sliders, fries, shakes, and queso.

Hawaiian Bros has signed a five-unit development agreement to open restaurants across the West San Fernando Valley, marking the first California development commitment for the concept.

Wayback Burgers introduces three new limited-time offerings, including the Fiesta Cheeeesy Burger, Chili Lime Fries, and Fruity Protein Shake.

McDonald’s and Uber have announced a multi-year expansion of their partnership that adds delivery and loyalty features in 14 markets.

Military installations offer new growth opportunities for restaurant franchises with established communities of service members and families.

Beef 'O' Brady's franchisee Scott O'Brien owns two locations in Florida after 17 years with the brand.

Dog Haus signed four area directors to open a total of 400 restaurants in the South and Mid-Atlantic, part of its plan to develop 1,500 units nationwide.

A Schlotzsky's franchisee in North Texas filed for bankruptcy, citing profitability struggles and financial obligations.

McDonald's and Uber expand their global partnership, adding new delivery and rewards features in 14 markets, with Uber as the preferred delivery partner for orders placed in the McDonald's app.

Paris Baguette opened its first drive‑thru café on Nov. 3 at 2120 Riverwalk Drive in Moore, Oklahoma, owned by franchisees Mike Issa and Moe Touffaha, expanding the brand’s North American footprint.

AES Restaurant Group becomes largest Arby's franchisee after acquiring Flynn Restaurants, expanding its unit count to 362 locations.

Dog Haus signs four major development deals across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic, with area directors set to develop over 400 restaurants.

Outback Steakhouse sees same-store sales growth of 1.9% year over year, but expects a quieter holiday season with 0% same-store sales growth forecasted for the fourth quarter.

Dutch Bros reports 4.4% systemwide same-store sales growth in Q3, but slows from 5.8% in Q2 and falls below Wall Street expectations.

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue introduces the 'Ohana Value Pack, a limited-time family-style meal for four to six people, available at participating locations through early January.

Smalls Sliders signs a three-unit development agreement with Keystone Management Group to expand its presence in Northwest Indiana.

Sweetgreen's same-store sales and traffic turned positive in October, following a decline in the third quarter.

McDonald's is testing two value menu formats in about 1,900 U.S. restaurants, aiming to choose one for a national rollout in early 2027 based on customer response and franchisee benefit.