KFC U.S. takes a big hit in a competitive chicken category

May 01, 2024

The restaurant’s U.S. same-store sales declined by 7% in Q1, with executives citing weather and value promotions from QSR competitors.

Wingstop says transaction growth drove 21.6% Q1 same-store sales boost

May 01, 2024

The restaurant company’s CEO Michael Skipworth says the ‘indulgent’ occasion delivers for customers

In a challenging Q1, Yum Brands finds optimism from its technology initiatives

May 01, 2024

The restaurant company’s global same-store sales declined for the first time since 2020.

Donatos Pizza CEO Tom Krouse announces retirement

May 01, 2024

Krouse will retire from the restaurant company in October after 14 years as CEO, and will be replaced by current president Kevin King

How Chipotle is bucking industry trends

Apr 30, 2024

Chipotle reported first quarter results after market close Wednesday and the company once again bucked the industry’s declining traffic trends, turning in a plus-5% increase in transactions. Credit Chicken Al Pastor, barbacoa, and improved...

NRN editors discuss bankruptcies, Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s sale, and Chipotle’s impressive quarter

Apr 26, 2024

Plus, hear from Skye Anderson, president of global business services at McDonald’s

Parent of New York City-based chicken finger concept Sticky’s files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

Apr 26, 2024

The chain cited the pandemic and its aftereffects as the main reason for its financial difficulties

In QSR, sauces start to command a bigger spotlight

Apr 26, 2024

Data shows that 34% of consumers now consider what sauces are available when deciding on a restaurant.

Menu Tracker: New items from Carl’s Jr., Tim Hortons, and Qdoba

Apr 26, 2024

Plus innovation from Bonefish Grill, Carrabba’s, Chopt Creative Salad Co., Cicis Pizza, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Cousins Subs, Insomnia Cookies, Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, John’s Incredible Pizza Company, Miguel’s Jr., Papa Murphy’s, Philz...

Chipotle, Starbucks workers are citing burnout. Why?

Apr 26, 2024

While restaurant operators continue to struggle with both labor costs and employee retention, the foodservice industry may very well have deeper employee-side problems. According to a study of Glassdoor reviews just released from BBADegree...