UK
KFC's UK sales increase 5%
KFC's UK sales increase 5%
Pizza Hut's sales dropped by 2% and revenue at both chains fell in the US.
Greggs leads customer satisfaction amongst leisure sector
It scored a total of 84 out of 100.
Global trail mixes market is expected to grow 12%: Technavio
The latest report by Technavio predicts a CAGR of more than 12% during the period 2018 to 2022.
Social Media Wrap Up: McDonald's unveils new Flat White; Subway launches Winter Melt range; Krispy Kreme rolls out trio of treats
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Global News Wrap Up: Arby's and Buffalo merge to form Inspire Brands Inc; Yum Brands to invest $200m in Grubhub; Dunkin' Donuts pledges to remove foam cups
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Hospitality and leisure spending rise by double digits
Brits splurged with meals and evenings out with family and friends.
Britain's restaurant spend sees boost in January 2018: Visa research
Although overall consumer spending in 2018 started on a downbeat note.
Greggs unveils further additions to Balanced Choice range
With more than 1,850 shops nationwide and a very loyal customer base, Greggs' is well on its way to realising its vision of becoming customers' favourite place for food on-the-go.
Why the recent deal with KFC, Taco Bell, and Grubhub is so appealing for the entire food delivery industry
Did you know that mobile food ordering has now eclipsed ordering via the telephone in most markets? Additionally, the reach of restaurant categories that weren’t typical delivery options has been extended; historically Pizza, Chinese and perhaps Italian sandwiches were common, but much of what you will find in the mobile sphere nowadays wasn’t available for delivery. In the mid-90s, McDonald’s offered bike delivery in China, but that was certainly an early move in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) space to explore the field. But the playing field has changed and every food outlet, ranging from a well operated QSR, fast casual to a luxury, Michelin-starred restaurant has the potential to see growth “in the bag” as bags leave to cater to those who ordered to go/takeaway for delivery.
Chipotle's restaurant sales increased 6.4%
The result is an increase in the average check, including a 2.4% impact from menu price hikes.
Pret A Manger opens first shop in Dubai Mall
The new site is made possible in partnership with Emirates Leisure Retail.
PizzaExpress reveals its top 10 selling pizzas
Margherita has taken the crown in both supermarkets and restaurants across the UK.
Appetise targets £500,000 funding to take delivery market share
Its ultimate target is to be an exit via IPO.
Deliveroo mulls bumper stock market float
Consultants evaluate strategic options including a listing in the next 12 to 18 months.
Subway's Customer Appreciation Day runs for the second year
The buy one, get one free deal is now available between the hours of 11am and 7pm.
Box Burger to launch a digital ordering service
The new ordering service will be available seven days a week from 5pm for collection or delivery.
Rising costs drive Square Pie into administration
Square Pie also cited falling retail demand combined with food price inflation.