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

Habit Burger & Grill, the California-based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, signature sandwiches, fresh salads, and more, announces today the launch of its latest restaurant in Virginia Beach, VA. The fourth restaurant in the Old Dominion is serving up its famous “Habit Hospitality” at 3981 Virginia Beach Blvd., […]

Salad House, a fast-casual health-focused franchise known for its fresh chopped salads, made to order proteins and its Create-Your-Own salad option, closed out 2024 achieving numerous milestones and cementing its position as a leading brand in the healthy dining segment. From franchise growth to strategic market expansion, the company had a record year, including reaching a […]

Rusty Taco, a fast-casual taco restaurant known for its fresh ingredients and flavorful menu, enters the new year backed by the momentum of 2024 growth. The year concluded with a total of nine openings, a growing roster of corporate talent, and menu innovation that is paving the way for its most flavorful year yet. In […]

Simplot is thrilled to announce an exclusive, limited-time promotion offering an extraordinary 30% off Harvest Fresh avocados. As a leader in the food service/produce industry, Simplot has never offered such aggressive promotional pricing in its history. This historic promotion is designed to benefit commercial operators in the quick service restaurant (QSR) and casual dining sectors. […]

Call Your Mother Deli, known for its authentic and modern take on deli favorites, announced a strategic investment from Invus, through Artal. This partnership positions Call Your Mother to expand its footprint in the broader D.C. and Denver metro areas and sets the stage for future growth, giving bagel connoisseurs a place to indulge in […]

Hungry Howie’s recently announced the debut of its latest Flavored Crust of the Quarter, Chili Cheese Crust. This limited time crust is available now through March 31. The newest addition to the Flavored Crust lineup, Chili Cheese Crust, balances spices with craveable cheesiness, creating an irresistible combination that pairs perfectly with many of Hungry Howie’s […]

Slim Chickens announced its newest restaurant opening in Cambridge. Spearheaded by KChicken, sub-franchisee of multi-unit operator Boparan Restaurant Group, this is Slim Chickens’ 42nd opening in 2024. The better-chicken brand has opened almost 300 locations across the United States, Turkey, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Slim Chickens is known and loved for its hand-breaded, cooked-to-order tenders […]

As devastating wildfires sweep through Los Angeles, Restaurants Care, a signature program of the California Restaurant Foundation (CRF), is providing critical support to the area’s food and beverage workers affected by the fires. With an initial commitment of $100,000, Restaurants Care will open its Los Angeles Fires 2025 Relief Grants on January 14, 2025. The […]

Round Table Pizza, a California-born pizza brand owned by FAT Brands Inc., is showing its support for first responders fighting the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. Now through Thursday, Jan. 16, first responders can visit any of the chain’s 50 plus Los Angeles area restaurants and receive a free Personal Cheese Pizza. “We are incredibly grateful […]

With a new year comes new flavors at Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard. The largest Italian Ice brand in the world is kicking off 2025 with the launch of its first new flavor of the year: Raspberries N’ Cream Cream Ice. This delightful flavor pairs the vibrant tang of juicy raspberries with Rita’s signature […]