Wendy’s launches Dave’s Way turnaround, makes breakfast optional, as Q3 sales, earnings decline

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

Wendy’s reported declining Q3 sales and earnings as it introduced Dave’s Way, an operational turnaround strategy focused on improving restaurant execution…

Wendy’s to acquire up to 163 Meritage Hospitality Group locations

November 5, 2026

The Wendy's Company has signed a letter of intent to acquire up to 163 Wendy's restaurants from Meritage Hospitality Group as part of a broader effort to…

Wendy’s rejects Trian takeover proposal, adopts 1-year shareholder plan

November 5, 2026

Wendy's has unanimously rejected an unsolicited $7.35-per-share cash acquisition proposal from an investor group led by Trian Fund Management, stating the…

Taco Bell Foundation opens $13M Live Más scholarship program for 2027

November 5, 2026

The Taco Bell Foundation has opened applications for its 12th annual Live Más Scholarship program, making more than $13 million available to Taco Bell fans and…

McDonald’s looks to value, digital offers to reignite U.S. growth

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

McDonald’s third-quarter results showed signs of improving momentum, with international markets and digital promotions helping drive growth, even as softer…

What the 2026 midterm results could mean for restaurants

by Cherryh Cansler , Valerie Gritton

The 2026 midterm election results could reshape federal policy affecting restaurant brands, putting immigration reform, credit card processing fees and trade…

In-N-Out opens $125M eastern Tennessee HQ as expansion continues

November 4, 2026

In-N-Out Burger has officially opened its 90,255-square-foot eastern corporate headquarters in Franklin, Tennessee, according to an article in The Tennessean.

How Modern POS Solutions Drive Profitability

Nearly 40% of fast casual and QSR brands still run client-server or first-gen cloud POS. This playbook breaks down the three myths that stall an upgrade and…

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5 takeaways: Yum! Brands looks to loyalty, beverages, tech to fuel growth

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

Following its Pizza Hut divestiture, the company is sharpening its focus on KFC, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill while investing in menu innovation, digital…

McDonald’s McRib lawsuit moves forward as judge rejects dismissal

November 3, 2026

A proposed class action lawsuit challenging the ingredients and marketing of the McDonald's McRib sandwich is moving forward after a federal judge rejected the…

KFC, Taco Bell temporarily close all Puerto Rico locations

November 2, 2026

All KFC and Taco Bell restaurants in Puerto Rico have temporarily closed after Yum! Brands terminated its relationship with island-based franchise operator…

KFC unveils next-generation restaurant concept in Dubai

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

KFC is unveiling KFC Muse, it's next-gen, two-story restaurant in Dubai. In partnership with Americana Restaurants, KFC Muse showcases the brand’s evolved…

FTC, states sue Toast over alleged hidden fees, subscription traps

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

October 29, 2026

The Federal Trade Commission and a coalition of state and local officials have sued restaurant technology provider Toast, alleging the company charged…

Burger King leads RBI growth with 8.4% U.S. comps increase

October 29, 2026

Burger King delivered the strongest comparable-sales growth across Restaurant Brands International's major brands in the third quarter, as value offers…

7 Best AI Agents for Small Businesses to Automate Daily Operations in 2027

Small businesses run on repetitive daily tasks, from customer requests to team follow-ups. This guide compares 7 AI agent tools on four key criteria: handling…

Nelson Peltz makes $1.4B bid for Wendy's

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

October 28, 2026

Billionaire investor Nelson Peltz's Trian Partners has offered to acquire the remaining shares of Wendy's for $7.35 per share in cash, in a deal valuing…

First ezCater, now Instacart? Delivery's consolidation wave keeps rolling

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

If DoorDash and Instacart come together, what gets better for the operator?

The Big Dilla: How Maggie Gordon, co-founder of Dilla’s Quesadillas, built a new brand category

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

On this episode of “Built to Breakthrough,” I talk with Maggie Gordon, co-Founder of Dillas Quesadillas. Since opening in Plano, Texas, in 2013, Maggie and her…

Flippy Can Now See in 3D: Miso Robotics Debuts Next Generation Robot Vision Live at LA Tech Week

Leveraging Miso’s unique collaboration with NVIDIA, Flippy’s new 3D vision reacts to its environment in real time and enables visual training for the famous…

State of the Industry: Fast Casual 2026 and Beyond

Explore growth forecasts, operator profitability and pricing pressures, leading brands, menu and LTO trends, and consumer demand for value and innovation—all…

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