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Tracking the same-store sales of 23 major restaurant chains
Q2 2026 saw more evidence of a casual dining resurgence, as fast casual sales stabilized and QSRs posted mixed results.
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Sponsored by ToastHow restaurant and hotel brands are unlocking 10%+ revenue growth with handheld POS technology
From streamlining ordering to delivering flexible payment experiences, handheld POS technology is boosting CX and operational efficiency.
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Outback’s largest U.S. franchisee goes bankrupt
Out West’s bankruptcy could result in Bloomin’ Brands taking direct control of a majority of Outback Steakhouse’s U.S. franchise system.
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7 Brew debuts first food menu
The coffee chain’s food launch could help it compete with Starbucks and Dutch Bros, which have more developed breakfast and snack offerings.
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DoorDash adds $12 value meal boxes
The meal option could help the delivery giant weather consumer price sensitivity, while driving new orders at partner restaurants.
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Dine Brands fights acquisition attempt with poison pill
Pizza Hut. Wendy’s. Now, Applebee’s and IHOP? Buyers want to take chains private to avoid market pressure — but Dine Brands isn’t ready yet.
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Chipotle Rewards drives a record share of loyalty sales
Membership reached more than 24 million customers, and they accounted for one-third of the chain’s Q3 sales, CEO Scott Boatwright said.
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Starbucks’ strong comps driven by ticket growth
The chain is moving from a turnaround to a sustained growth plan, CEO Brian Niccol said, as traffic, mix, pricing and merch all contribute to sales growth.
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FTC, states sue Toast over fees
The agency and eight states allege that the point-of-sale services provider charges its restaurant clients and their customers hidden fees.
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Wingstop leans on marketing, AI to end sale slide
The chain’s marketing strategy will focus on its value proposition and flavor, while the chain will create more personalization to create return guests.
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Chili’s sales are up 52% over 3 years. Here’s how it’s serving diners.
The chain shows no signs of slowing down as it laps multiple years of double-digit same-store sales growth and invests in training, equipment and staffing.
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Popeyes wing cuts and value miss drag sales, Burger King stays hot
Popeyes’ focus on the core menu has improved satisfaction, food quality and value scores — but not sales. Burger King’s success sped up its refranchising.
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Wendy’s evaluating $1.4B offer from investor group
A committee of independent directors is evaluating the proposal, but the chain made no assurances over the unsolicited proposal or any other transaction.
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DoorDash to buy Instacart for $17B
The deal marks the consolidation of two major players in the grocery e-commerce industry.
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Wendy’s activist investors propose $1.4B buyout
Trian Fund, owned by former Wendy’s chair Nelson Peltz, alongside other private equity firms said a sale would help the chain focus on long-term profitability.
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The Cheesecake Factory hits record 15.2% comps growth
The brand’s strong managerial retention, social media marketing and menu innovation drove an exceptional quarter.
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Q&AP.F. Chang’s CMO is cooking up a plan to recapture chain’s old magic
The casual Asian dining chain is a year into a turnaround and has moved from 22nd place to third in same-store sales growth among its competitive set.
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Cafe Rio hires Cava vet as COO
Adam Klaers joins the chain as it works to improve its operations and strengthen its brand identity under new CEO Mike Burns.
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What the midterm elections mean for restaurants
With affordability reshaping party politics, restaurants can’t look to a single party to defend all their interests, the National Restaurant Association said.
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Sweetgreen raises top manager pay to $200K
The change is a substantial increase in the brand’s compensation ceiling, reflecting continued investment in career paths and retention, according to COO Jason Cochran.
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What McDonald’s dropping its FIFA sponsorship means for sports marketing
The fast food giant's marketing model is evolving, which could have downstream implications for QSR competitors’ marketing efforts.
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Deep DiveWhat this Wendy’s operator bankruptcy can teach franchisees
Meritage Hospitality Group’s fiscal troubles are likely a harbinger of rough times to come, but franchisees can work with creditors and vendors to better their financial positions, experts said.
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Casey’s launches pan pizza
The retailer is adding the offering to all of its stores as it found many markets lacked easy access to the crust type.
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Taco Bell, Pepsi renew vows after KFC divorce
Remaining with the sodamaker signals strategic menu continuity for Taco Bell and the Mountain Dew Baja Blast, while sister-brand KFC pursues an overhaul.
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AnalysisWhy Q3 marked the end of fast food value wars
A two-year QSR value war produced only losers, analysts say, and brands are now looking to quality, rather than price, as a frequency driver.
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OpinionRestaurants are about to inherit the food industry’s hardest labeling problem
Multistate operators need to create a single plan to satisfy allergen notification rules across state lines, writes Steritech’s Chris Boyles.
