Birdcall—an emerging 17-unit chicken chain out of Colorado—is quickly expanding. The fast casual plans to open almost 100 locations in six states over the next five years. The initial pipeline will ...

Labor costs have not stopped rising for quick-service operators. But the industry’s outlook is beginning to shift.

Cousins Subs celebrated the grand opening of its Green Bay West location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony alongside community leaders, partners and guests. The event brought together Cousins Subs ...

A fresh stop for toasted subs, cold drinks and laid-back vibes is getting ready to roll into Lincoln. Cheba Hut “Toasted” Subs, the counterculture sandwich shop known for its chill atmosphere, ...

Detroit Wing Company is bringing backyard barbecue flavor to the table with a new limited-time lineup built for the best part of the season. Available through Sept. 20, the menu combines a returning ...

Birdcall – a Colorado-born fast casual brand known for its naturally superior chicken, innovative technology, and elevated guest experience – is set to make its Midwest debut after signing a ...

As restaurants face growing pressure to create memorable guest experiences, Hawaiian lifestyle-inspired franchise Island Fin Poké Co. is launching a new loyalty program that transforms one-time ...

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the world’s largest Italian Ice concept with more than 600 locations, is building on strong franchise momentum and is on track to double its 2026 new shop signings ...

Del Taco, the nation’s second-largest Mexican quick service restaurant*, has once again received top honors in USA TODAY’s 2026 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards, earning #1 Fast Food Restaurant and ...

Penn Station Sandwiches, formerly Penn Station East Coast Subs, is celebrating a strong first half of 2026 driven by a strategic brand refresh, expanded menu offerings, accelerated franchise growth ...

Burger King has launched a new King Jr. Kids’ Meal promotion tied to the upcoming release of PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie, ...

Bojangles, the iconic restaurant concept known for its craveable breakfast and Southern-style chicken, biscuits and tea, completed a strong first half of 2026 with 25 new restaurant openings across 12 ...