QSRs

Restaurant Industry Dining out on College Students’ Changing Habits
Restaurant Industry Dining out on College Students’ Changing Habits
September 05, 2022  |  Restaurant innovation

As students return to college campuses this fall, food service businesses are finding that their dining habits are finally beginning to look more like they...

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Culinary School Enrollment Falls Amid Restaurants’ Hiring Challenges
Culinary School Enrollment Falls Amid Restaurants’ Hiring Challenges
September 01, 2022  |  Economy

Restaurants’ labor challenges may not be easing up anytime soon; when it comes to the kitchen, new difficulties may emerge in the years to come...

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California QSRs Push Back Against Wage Bill
California QSRs Push Back Against Wage Bill
August 31, 2022  |  Regulation

California’s fast food restaurants are pushing back against a bill that passed in the state Senate Monday (Aug. 29), mandating new standards for fast food...

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Panera Tests Voice AI as QSRs Automate to Meet Drive-Thru Demand
Panera Tests Voice AI as QSRs Automate to Meet Drive-Thru Demand
August 29, 2022  |  Restaurant innovation

Fast-casual brand Panera Bread, which has more than 2,100 bakery-cafes in the United States and Canada, is testing artificial intelligence (AI) voice ordering technology at...

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As Prices Rise, Restaurants Reevaluate Free Food Loyalty Incentives
As Prices Rise, Restaurants Reevaluate Free Food Loyalty Incentives
August 29, 2022  |  Loyalty & Rewards

Amid ongoing food price inflation, many restaurants are finding that their loyalty programs are their best tool to combat trade-down to grocery, enabling them to...

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Despite Digital Advances, 42% of Diners Continue to Call in Orders
Despite Digital Advances, 42% of Diners Continue to Call in Orders
August 26, 2022  |  Restaurant innovation

Calling in via phone may not be the speediest or most efficient way of placing a restaurant order, but for many consumers, it is still...

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Restaurants Cast $13 Smoothies as Essential Health Purchases
Restaurants Cast $13 Smoothies as Essential Health Purchases
August 19, 2022  |  Restaurant innovation

As food prices skyrocket and consumers become increasingly anxious about the looming recession, many are cutting back on unnecessary food spending, shifting away from dining...

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Restaurant Roundup: QSRs Make Changes to Value Menus Amid Inflation
Restaurant Roundup: QSRs Make Changes to Value Menus Amid Inflation
August 19, 2022  |  Restaurant innovation

As inflationary challenges continue, restaurant brands are rethinking their value offerings, with some presenting new deals to woo price-conscious customers and others going the other...

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Back of House Goes Front Burner as Smart Kitchens Cook Up Better Restaurant Experiences
Back of House Goes Front Burner as Smart Kitchens Cook Up Better Restaurant Experiences
August 15, 2022  |  Restaurant innovation

We collectively applaud the entire restaurant sector for staying open and innovating on the fly for over two years so that burrito arrives hot and...

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