All QSR (Quick service) articles – Page 7
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NewsWendy’s unveils next chapter of growth
The American QSR chain looks to add 1,000 net new restaurants globally by 2028, alongside longer-term plans to reach 400 in the UK
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NewsIndian QSR concept secures funding from Haldiram’s
Shree Krishna Vada Pav, which operates 18 sites across London, aims to reach 30 stores by the end of the year, with a projected turnover of £12m
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including Slim Chickens, Crêpeaffaire, Blacklock, and more
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OpinionCan more US fast food chains crack the UK, or have they reached their peak?
As Carl’s Jr and Bonchon line up to enter the UK market, MCA asks at what point American QSR brands reach saturation point
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NewsPapa Johns UK comparable sales return to growth
CFO Ravi Thanawala said a consumer-centric approach, combined with menu innovation and a refreshed loyalty scheme, has helped drive 2% growth in comparable sales
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NewsRoark Capital to acquire Dave’s Hot Chicken
The private equity firm, which acquired Subway last year, has reportedly signed a deal to acquired Dave’s for roughly $1bn (£800m)
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NewsBonchon on the lookout for franchise partners
The Korean fried chicken concept, which operates more than 455 sites worldwide, is seeking franchisees to bring the brand to the UK
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NewsWendy’s adds two new sites to pipeline
The American burger chain is opening in Blackpool and Southampton, as it looks to reach the 50-site milestone
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InterviewsShah’s Halal Foods to open 50 new UK sites in 2025
The UK-based halal QSR brand is targeting significant growth in 2025, with plans to open 50 new locations by the end of the year
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InterviewsTikka Nation heats up UK’s Indian QSR market
The fast-casual Indian concept is accelerating its expansion across the UK, with plans to reach 15 to 16 sites by the end of 2025
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InterviewsWingers to double estate in 2025
The fast-growing fried chicken brand is targeting rapid expansion this year, with plans to reach 30 sites by the end of 2025.
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Analysis & InsightHow drinks are the focus of innovation in QSR
Launches like KFC’s Kwench and McDonald’s CosMc’s underscore how beverages are more than just add-ons, but a core strategy for driving growth, differentiation, and customer engagement
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NewsMcDonald’s faces backlash over new Cheltenham site
The fast food giant is facing opposition from 15 schools and a college over its planned restaurant in Cheltenham’s former TGI Friday’s site
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NewsKFC to relocate corporate HQ from Kentucky to Texas
Parent company Yum! Brands said the move would position the group for sustainable growth, albeit Kentucky politicians called on the company to rethink its decision
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NewsSubway launches new ‘spudway’ range
The sandwich giant is trialling a new range of jacket potatoes, freshly made in-store daily, with toppings including cheese, beans, bacon, tuna, and chicken tikka
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NewsGerman Doner Kebab expands into rice bowls
The QSR brand has introduced doner rice bowls across its 144 UK locations, as it looks to offer a high-protein, lighter alternative to traditional kebabs
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NewsPret CEO: franchising, AI, and the next phase of growth
Pret A Manger is accelerating its shift towards a franchise-first model, with CEO Pano Christou describing the move as a “real big bet” in the brand’s growth strategy
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NewsKFC opening flagship at The O2
The QSR brand is launching the 180-cover site next week, the first in a series of UK openings in 2025 in “key high-footfall locations”
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NewsBMJ investigates McDonald’s planning practices
A British Medical Journal (BMJ) investigation has found that McDonald’s has successfully overturned multiple council planning refusals in the UK by citing its healthier menu options and community contributions in appeals
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NewsPapa Johns boosts discounts with new loyalty scheme
Papa Johns has launched a refreshed rewards programme that offers a streamlined way to earn points and redeem them with ‘Papa Dough’, a flexible discount system that acts as in-store credit