Sonic serves up iced dirty soda menu for early fall fans

August 17, 2026

Sonic Drive-In is launching a limited-time beverage lineup called Hotumn, offering iced, fall-flavored drinks for customers experiencing late-summer…

Sbarro celebrates 70 years with One Iconic Slice campaign

August 17, 2026

In celebration of Sbarro's 70th anniversary, the company has launched its "70 Years – One Iconic Slice" campaign. The campaign recognizes seven decades of…

Papa Johns Canada launches Pan Pizza

August 17, 2026

Beginning today, Papa Johns Canada is introducing its highly anticipated Pan Pizza, the company said in a news release.

Dunkin' teams with pretzel brand Flipz

August 17, 2026

Dunkin' has partnered with pretzel brand Flipz to launch a limited-time fall snack, Flipz Pumpkin Spice Donut-Flavored Covered Pretzels, according to a press…

YouTube creator The Fat Electrician inspires Taco John's burrito

August 17, 2026

Taco John's has partnered with YouTube creator Nic Flood, known online as "The Fat Electrician," to launch a limited-time menu item developed directly by the…

Hungry Howie's partners with Tajin for flavored crust

August 14, 2026

Hungry Howie's is celebrating its second annual National Flavored Crust Day with the introduction of a Tajin Flavored Crust.

HTeaO expands Arkansas footprint with upcoming Fort Smith opening

August 14, 2026

Iced tea franchise HTeaO will open a location in Fort Smith, Arkansas, on Saturday, Aug. 22, according to a press release.

Carl's Jr. offers free spicy chicken sandwiches for bad date stories

August 14, 2026

Carl's Jr. is encouraging customers to raise their standards as summer comes to a close by offering a complimentary sandwich to those who share their recent…

Jet's Pizza scores naming rights to HS fitness facility

August 14, 2026

Beachwood City Schools in Ohio has finalized a 10-year, $120,000 naming rights agreement with Jet's Pizza to support the new fitness facility at Beachwood High…

Krispy Kreme launches Pokémon doughnut collection

August 14, 2026

Krispy Kreme has teamed up with The Pokémon Company International to celebrate 30 years of Pokémon with a new Pokémon Doughnut Collection, according to a news…

HTeaO breaks ground on 1st South Texas location in Brownsville

August 13, 2026

Iced tea franchise HTeaO is expanding into South Texas with its first location in the Rio Grande Valley, according to a press release.

Shakey's Pizza adds Thrifty Ice Cream to southern California menu

August 13, 2026

Shakey's Pizza Parlor is now serving Thrifty Ice Cream at all of its Southern California locations, according to a press release.

Jack in the Box comps down 1.1%, shifts focus to simplification, quality, customer experience

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

August 13, 2026

Jack in the Box reported its fiscal third-quarter results on Aug. 12, following the July 5 close of its third quarter. The company operates on a non-calendar…

Wendy’s shares surge 15% as investor group explores takeover bid

August 12, 2026

Trian Fund Management, led by Nelson Peltz, is pushing to take Wendy's private with a group of investors, according to a Reuters report.

Women's Foodservice Forum teams up with Culture Partners for 2026 workshops

August 12, 2026

The Women's Foodservice Forum has partnered with consultancy Culture Partners to provide culture and accountability training to its more than 8,000 members…

Chick-fil-A Chicken and Waffles are here for breakfast, lunch and dinner

August 12, 2026

Chick-fil-A is introducing a limited-time fall menu beginning Aug. 24, featuring Chicken & Waffles Sandwiches alongside a S'mores Milkshake and S'mores…

Taco Bell teams up with Tajín, Peso Pluma for new LTO lineup

August 12, 2026

Taco Bell is bringing Tajín's iconic chile lime flavor to its fan favorites, creating a limited-time lineup that kicks off August 13, according to a news…

McDonald's adds Red Bull to menu with Dragonberry Energizer

August 11, 2026

McDonald's is entering the energy drink market for the first time by teaming up with Red Bull to expand its beverage lineup, starting Aug. 17, according to a…

US Foods Direct adds PleatPak innovative burger wrappers to platform

August 11, 2026

PleatPak, which makes foodservice packaging designed for burgers and sandwiches, is now available to restaurant operators nationwide through the US Foods…

KFC opens 1st Stratford-upon-Avon restaurant, creating 50 jobs

August 11, 2026

KFC has opened its first restaurant in Stratford-upon-Avon at the Maybird Centre in the U.K., bringing 50 jobs to the area, according to a press release.