Quick-Service and Fast Casual Restaurant News and Information – QSR Magazine

Salata Salad Kitchen, a leader for nearly two decades in the healthy fast-casual industry, is set to expand its Texas presence further with a multi-unit agreement signed for two restaurants in Laredo and McAllen. Local entrepreneurs and mother-daughter team, Patricia and Barbara Pequeño, will bring Salata’s beloved fully customizable salads, wraps, and house-made proprietary dressings […]

Pepper Lunch, the Japanese-born experiential fast-casual concept unlike any other, with more than 500 locations in 17 countries, today announced it has signed a new development agreement that will bring Pepper Lunch to Oregon. The deal is with Peter T. Ng, local developer and owner of Seventh and Monroe LLC, and includes five locations across […]

El Pollo Loco, the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, proudly marks its 50th anniversary. From humble beginnings in Sinaloa, Mexico, in 1975 and eventual move to Los Angeles in 1980, El Pollo Loco has always been committed to flavor, quality, and community. To celebrate the milestone, the brand will kick off a year-long celebration, […]

Baristas at The Human Bean will begin pouring coffee and other specialty beverages at the corner of W. 191st Street and Everett Lane in Mokena, IL beginning early 2025. Customers are invited to come get a first taste of the cafe and drive-thru’s offerings, including specialty-grade coffee, Bright Energy, real-fruit smoothies, whole-leaf teas, and hot […]

Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain for over 45 years, known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis, massive 20-inch Mountain-sized pizzas and dough made fresh daily, is well-positioned to maintain significant brand momentum as a new year begins after ending 2024 with a record number of new restaurant openings. In all, Mountain Mike’s opened […]

C.C. Pazzini, the culinary mastermind behind Cicis Pizza’s endless buffet, is introducing a limited-time Spaghetti and Meatballs Pizza to continue the brand’s 40th birthday celebration. Available from January 20 through March 16, this one-of-a-kind pizza brings together three beloved Italian comfort foods—spaghetti, meatballs, and pizza. Featuring spaghetti noodles, savory meatballs, rich marinara sauce, and melted cheese […]

Residents of Milwaukee will soon be able to enjoy an authentic taste of Chicago in their own backyard as The Buona (Bow’nuh) Companies, the family-owned company behind Chicago’s leading Italian beef brand, announced that it has signed an agreement to open a new location in the market. Accomplished restaurateurs and Chicago natives Karl Kulhanek and Joe Marchionna will develop a location featuring two […]

Cheba Hut is kicking off another year of slingin’ toasted subs and good vibes by teaming up with the Last Prisoner Project (LPP) for the fourth consecutive SmokeOut Injustice day. It’s all about turning tasty meals into real change and raising funds to support cannabis criminal justice reform. Last year, the team at Cheba Hut […]

Burger King is celebrating the New Year by turning up the heat and offering guests exciting deals on beloved classics, including: $5 Duo & $7 Trios: Burger King is giving guests even more ways to “Have it Your Way” and satisfy their cravings – big or small – with the launch of the $5 Duo […]