Experts make predictions for restaurant operations in 2024

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Restaurant brands and industry experts weigh in on trends expected for the new year.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Introduces Limited-Time Pricing on Popular Lunch Buffet

Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Offers All-You-Can-Eat Midday Buffet at Participating Locations for $9.99

KFC adds 2 to wrap lineup

January 2, 2024

Kentucky Fried Chicken is introducing two varieties of its popular two-for-$5 KFC wraps – the Honey BBQ and the Spicy Mac & Cheese, bringing the total of…

El Pollo Loco brings back 2 Double Pollo Fit Bowls

January 2, 2024

El Pollo Loco is ringing in the new year by bringing back two of its Double Pollo Fit Bowls, which feature fire-grilled chicken, super greens and authentic…

SynergySuite ranked #30 in the Deloitte 2023 Technology Fast 50 Awards

Dublin, Ireland – 1 December 2023 — SynergySuite today announced that it ranked 30th in the 2023 Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Awards, a ranking of the 5…

QSRweb’s most-clicked feature stories in 2023

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

These are the most-clicked feature stories for 2023.

Checkers & Rally's expands Philly-area presence

December 22, 2023

Checkers & Rally's has opened three restaurants in Philadelphia, according to a press release.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Continues Central California Expansion With Third Merced Location

Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Opens in Merced, Broadening Central Valley Footprint

5 Technologies Shaping The Future Of Labeling

In this post, we'll look at five technologies shaping the future of labeling for VARs, technology providers, and merchants.

Buff City Soap exec to join Jack in the Box board of directors

December 21, 2023

Jack in the Box has elected Enrique Ramirez Mena to the company's board of directors effective Jan. 15, 2024.

Dunkin' releases winter menu

December 20, 2023

Dunkin' has a new winter menu rolling out Dec. 27, according to a press release.

Smalls Sliders to expand in Austin, Texas

December 20, 2023

QSR brand Smalls Slider has inked a deal for a multi-unit agreement in North Austin, Texas, with franchisee Jonny Rodgers at the helm. Rodgers expects to bring…

Could Chick-fil-A be forced to open on Sundays?

December 20, 2023

Could Chick-fil-A be forced to open on Sundays? A bill introduced in New York could force the chicken giant to open its seven locations in state rest stops…

QSRweb’s Top 10 most-clicked news in 2023

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

QSR dining remains a mainstay due to its lower price point and ease of service. We took a look at the top news stories over the past 12 months, and here's what…

McDonald's to release popular kids toy Happy Meal

December 20, 2023

Squishmallows are coming to McDonald's. Characters from the hot toys will launch in Happy Meals on Dec. 26, according to a press release.

2024's Top 3 restaurant trends: Better back-office tech, smarter operations, more staff support

by Tony Smith — CEO & Co-founder, Restaurant365

Tony Smith, CEO and co-founder of Restaurant365, reveals that the majority of respondents from a 5,500-location study are planning digital, operational and…

Triton Pacific Capital Partners acquires 17 Vermont Dunkin' stores

December 19, 2023

Triton Pacific Capital Partners has announced that its portfolio company, Tasty D'Lites LLC, has entered into an agreement for 17 Dunkin' restaurants in…

Papa Johns to release Cheesy Calzone Epic Stuffed Crust pizza

December 19, 2023

Papa Johns' latest stuffed crust creation is the Cheesy Calzone Epic Stuffed Crust pizza, a calzone-inspired stuffed crust, according to a press release.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Continues Rapid Utah Expansion With New Herriman Location

Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Opens Seventh Utah Restaurant

Gong cha, Pepper Lunch, Krystal leaders to talk issues facing today's franchisors

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Five speakers will discuss challenges facing restaurants at the Franchising Think Tank at the Restaurant Franchising Innovation Summit March 24 in Kansas City…