All QSR (Quick service) articles – Page 3
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NewsChaiiwala seeks partners for US launch
The Indian street food concept, which operates more than 100 UK locations, has successfully hosted a series of pop-ups in Texas and is exploring local franchise opportunities
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NewsEatphoria adds to senior team
The hybrid QSR group has appointed Matthew Chapman to lead the expansion of its brick-and-mortar franchise network as head of sales
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NewsDomino’s rolls out CHICK’N’DIP nationwide
The chicken sub-brand, described as “highly complementary” to Domino’s core pizza offer, is designed to meet growing demand for chicken and expand Domino’s range of occasions
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NewsChopstix owner QSRP appoints new CEO
Kevin Derycke will take over leadership of the European quick-service restaurant platform having previously spent three years leading Burger King’s operations in Italy
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NewsBrandon Stephens appointed group CEO for Tortilla as Andy Naylor steps down
The multiple board and management changes, which also include Mac Plumpton joining as UK CEO, come as the fast casual Mexican chain prepares to enter its next phase of development
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NewsTaco Bell UK to launch Live Más ‘experiences platform’
Billed as a rewards programme spanning food, fashion, and music, the platform will go live later this year, after Taco Bell’s UK business delivered a “standout” performance in its Q4 results
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NewsTransaction growth, menu innovation drives sales for KFC
KFC UK & Ireland grew system sales by 6.8% in 2025, supported by sustained growth in transactions, delivering growth across formats and a particularly strong performance in Q4
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NewsDave’s Hot Chicken lines up three more
Openings are now confirmed for Leicester, Sheffield, and Bristol, as the Nashville-style chicken concept pushes towards 60 sites in the UK
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Analysis & InsightRise in premium fast food a long-term trend
Inflation has changed the way consumers eat-out with fast-casual and premium fast food operators the most resilient, according to new data from Meaningful Vision.
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NewsDave’s Hot Chicken appoints European business development director
The appointment of Léa Ghanem, who previously spent several years with Starbucks, comes as the Nashville-style chicken brand looks to expand across Europe following its success in the UK
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NewsThe Mayfair Chippy heads to Saudi Arabia following franchise deal
The group, which is also seeking further London sites, will make its international debut in Riyadh this summer under a franchise deal with property developer Alidara Real Estate
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Analysis & InsightEntering its matcha era: Greggs shakes off ‘stodgy beige’ image with disruptive wellness campaign
A new iced matcha lineup and a Greggs-themed pilates studio mark an unexpected brand extension into the wellness space, as it seeks to broaden its customer base
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NewsWingstop further strengthens senior team with group finance director appointment
Alistair Fraser, who previously held senior roles at Burger King and Whitbread, will oversee the finance function at the fast-growing fried chicken chain
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NewsBoojum announces ‘biggest menu change in its history’
The Mexican QSR chain is introducing eight new ‘chef curated signature dishes’ to its menu alongside that it says are ‘designed to make ordering faster and easier than ever’
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NewsChopstix opens first international site in Paris
The opening is the first of 50 restaurants expected to open within three years across France, and also a key step in the Pan-Asian QSR operator’s European growth strategy
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NewsMcDonald’s slashes vegan menu to single item
The fast-food giant is the latest restaurant brand to reduce the number of vegan options on its menu with 80% of dishes being ditched as a result of poor sales
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InterviewsYard Sale Pizza: ‘A strong digital strategy could unlock a lot of opportunity for us’
CEO Stephen Hollis tells MCA the Piper-backed pizza delivery brand is looking to strengthen its marketing function as it pursues an accelerated growth strategy
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NewsIRO Sushi hails ‘fantastic year’ with like-for-like sales up 19%
The 30-strong QSR chain has reported total system sales of £18.5m in its latest financial results and is targeting at least 10 new openings in 2026
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InterviewsMario Aleppo looks to Crack the gourmet cookie market
The Fireaway Pizza founder’s new premium cookie concept is targeting UK-wide expansion following the launch of its first site late last year, he tells MCA
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InterviewsShake Shack: ‘Standing for something good is embedded within our brand’
From transforming sourcing practises to major operational changes, the premium QSR burger brand is making significant progress towards becoming a more sustainable and responsible business