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How QSRs are Turning Limited-Time Offers into Long-Term Strategy 

Limited-timed offers began with very simple goals: drive urgency and test new ideas without permanently altering a menu. The concept also helps fight menu fatigue, because even the most loyal customers eventually crave something new. That’s how the world met icons like the Shamrock Shake and the McRib from McDonald’s, proving that novelty, when timed right, can become tradition. For decades, LTOs followed a predictable […]

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Fast Casual, News, Technology

bb.q Chicken Partners with Deliverect to Modernize Digital Operations

bb.q Chicken, one of the fastest-growing Korean fried chicken franchises in the United States, announced today the successful rollout of Deliverect’s digital ordering integration and menu management platform across more than 250 US locations.  By connecting its online ordering channels through Deliverect, the brand has streamlined menu updates and order flow across its restaurants, reducing […]

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Burgers, Fast Casual, Food, Marketing & Promotions, Menu Innovations, News

Smashburger Introduces New Shrimp Lineup for Lent

Smashburger, the fast-casual restaurant company that popularized smashed burgers, introduced its new shrimp limited time offerings, adding fresh seafood variety for in time for Lent, underscoring the brand’s commitment to great taste, variety, and value. “At Smashburger, we’re always looking for ways to bring fresh flavor and variety to our guests, and our new shrimp […]

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Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Hawaiian Bros Signs 6-Unit Deal in Las Vegas

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill (Hawaiian Bros), the island-inspired fast casual QSR concept, announced the continued expansion of its footprint through a six-unit franchise development agreement. Inked with franchisee group Rock Strategic LLC, this agreement will stretch Hawaiian Bros’ existing presence across the entire Las Vegas market, focusing on bringing new restaurants to the southern part of the region. Rock […]

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Golden Chick Brings Back Butterfly Shrimp for Limited Time

Golden Chick is bringing back its popular Butterfly Shrimp for a limited time, available now through April 12, offering guests a flavorful seafood option during one of the year’s highest-demand seasons. The whole, premium shrimp are coated in a light, crispy panko breading that delivers crunch without heavy batter.   While Golden Chick is best known for serving a variety of […]

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Burgers, Fast Casual, Food, Marketing & Promotions, Menu Innovations, News

Urban Plates Introduces New Chef-Crafted Burgers

Urban Plates, the fast-casual chef-driven restaurant concept known for serving craveable and wholesome food at affordable prices, is expanding its grass-fed burger lineup with the introduction of three new chef-crafted burgers, Bacon Cheeseburger, Avocado Cheeseburger, and Crispy Onion Cheeseburger, bringing its total to four 100% grass-fed options.  The burgers are featured on the latest seasonal […]

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Fast Casual, Marketing & Promotions, News, Sandwiches

Capriotti’s Enters Esports as Official Sandwich of FaZe Vegas

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, home of America’s Greatest Sandwich – The Bobbie, is officially entering the in-arena and virtual gaming space. The iconic sandwich brand is leveling up through a new partnership as the Official Sandwich of FaZe Vegas, one of the most dominant teams in the Call of Duty League.  As gaming and esports continue […]

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la Madeleine Introduces Sweet Bakery Board

Valentine’s Day has long been about slowing down, savoring the moment and celebrating meaningful connections — values that have been at the heart of la Madeleine for more than 40 years. With crackling fireplaces, a French-inspired environment and a bakery case known for craveable pastries and desserts, the brand is offering guests an indulgent new way to […]

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Burgers, Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Smalls Sliders Signs Multi-Unit Deal in Northwest Arkansas and Missouri

Smalls Sliders, the industry-disrupting cheeseburger slider brand, has signed a multi-unit development agreement to develop four new Cans in Northwest Arkansas and Missouri. Spearheaded by brothers Joe and Tim Rheem and business partner Johnny Hughes, the team is eager to strengthen the brand’s presence in two markets that are prime for growth.  Joe and Tim […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News

Bushfire Kitchen to Open in Northridge, California

Bushfire Kitchen, the California-based elevated fast-casual restaurant group, will open its 13th location in Northridge at 19535 W Nordhoff Street, Suite #50 in Fall 2026. Popular for its globally inspired bowls, burgers, sandwiches, salads, plates and empanadas, the restaurant will occupy a 2,000 SF space with a patio in The Shops at Symmetry (at the […]

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