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

Houston-based Clutch City Cluckers will celebrate the grand opening of its newest location at 6951 FM 1960 Road W in Houston on Saturday, November 21, 2026, beginning at 11 a.m. Central Time. The restaurant will mark the opening with several promotions and activities, including free chicken sandwiches for the first 150 guests, $1,000 in gift […]

Whataburger has introduced its 2026 holiday merchandise collection, featuring apparel, accessories, ornaments, and collectibles inspired by the restaurant chain’s menu and branding. The collection is available through the company’s online Whatastore. This year’s assortment includes returning favorites and new merchandise, with options for adults, children, and pets. Highlights from the 2026 collection include The merchandise […]

In celebration of World Kindness Day on Friday, November 13, Swig, Home of the Original Dirty Soda, is inviting guests to share a sweet moment with someone special through a one-day-only Buy One, Give One promotion. From 12–5 p.m. on November 13, guests can purchase any size drink and receive a second drink of equal […]

Taco Bell is testing a new carne asada protein in Nashville and Minneapolis-St. Paul, introducing six menu items as the chain considers expanding its permanent Cantina lineup. The new carne asada features lime-paprika marinated steak prepared sous vide for tenderness and seared for a charred finish. Inspired by traditional taco shop flavors, the protein combines […]

Carrot, the beloved fast-casual concept renowned for its extensive health-conscious menu, is continuing its New York City expansion. On November 17th, the Miami-based brand is opening their seventh NYC location in Midtown. Following their evolution from Carrot Express to simply Carrot, the new outpost will bring its signature wholesome dining experience to one of Manhattan’s […]

Checkers and Rally’s, the iconic double drive-thru burger and fries brand known for its legendary taste, undeniable value, and game-changing innovation, has announced the reopening of its restaurant at 3605 N. Grand Blvd, St. Louis, MO, with an updated design and enhanced guest experience. Following a previous closure due to a fire, the restaurant reopened its doors […]

Yum China Holdings, Inc. today announced that it has hit the 20,000-store milestone, spanning over 2,800 cities and towns across China, as it celebrates the 10th anniversary of its listing on the New York Stock Exchange. Yum China celebrates the 10th anniversary of its listing on the New York Stock Exchange The Company celebrated this […]

Pizza and wings just got a new player. On Nov. 16, &pizza is expanding beyond the pie for the first time with the launch of its first-ever new &WINGS, a new line of crispy and juice wings, baked in the same ovens as its famous pizzas. And because no order should fly solo, the launch […]