Menu Development
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Domino’s adds New York Style Pizza to menu
As the most popular style of pizza in the country, the new crust option could continue transaction and comp sales momentum noted during Q4.
By Julie Littman • April 15, 2024 -
Noodles & Company bets menu innovation will help drive traffic
As part of a five-point overhaul plan, the chain will use digital capabilities, expanded catering and improved operations to reverse sales declines.
By Julie Littman • April 12, 2024 -
McDonald’s brought back bagels. Are CA wages the cause?
Leadership said the Golden State’s $20 wage law could help the chain take share from competitors. The bagel sandwich’s return may be part of that effort.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne , Julie Littman • April 12, 2024 -
Dave & Buster’s updates menu with at least 20 items
Management expects food and beverage check to rise in the mid single-digits with the new dishes, which include appetizers, bowls, desserts and sides.
By Julie Littman • Updated April 12, 2024 -
4 hot c-store flavor trends for summer
Sweet and spicy pairings, tropical fruits and international influences will see a surge as the weather heats up, experts say.
By Christine Blank • April 9, 2024 -
KFC adds $4.99 meal deal through year’s end
As restaurants across the board face dwindling traffic, the chicken chain is leaning on aggressive discounting to draw customers.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • April 8, 2024 -
Subway is rolling out a new line of wraps
The addition of lavash flatbreads, just months after the debut of its Sidekick snacks, is the first time in three years the chain has launched a bread option.
By Julie Littman • April 4, 2024 -
Gas N Wash debuts new restaurant partnership
The c-store retailer revealed the first of two adjacent Mickeys Greek-style restaurants last week as it builds on its history of working with local QSRs.
By Brett Dworski • March 29, 2024 -
Deep Dive
Juice chains are winning new consumers with food offerings
Brands are retooling their kitchens to accommodate new recipes, such as bowls and wraps, to attract broader demographics and expand occasions.
By Julie Littman • March 28, 2024 -
Chick-fil-A to drop ‘no antibiotics ever’ policy on chicken
Supply concerns are pushing the restaurant chain to relax its standards months after processor Tyson Foods backtracked on a similar pledge.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 27, 2024 -
McDonald’s, Krispy Kreme will offer doughnuts nationwide by 2026
The rollout, which follows a test at 160 stores in Kentucky last year, allows the fast food chain to expand its menu without having to change operations.
By Julie Littman • March 26, 2024 -
Perkins unveils catering platform
The casual chain has added catering available for pickup and delivery to expand customer offerings, boost AUVs and grow franchisee profitability.
By Julie Littman • March 22, 2024 -
Back to Basics: Building a dining room
Indoors or outdoors? Tables or bar stools? There’s a lot c-store retailers should consider when designing a dining space, experts say.
By Christine Blank • March 22, 2024 -
7-Eleven taps former McDonald’s and Wendy’s exec to lead restaurant operations
William Armstrong, who spent over a decade with both fast food brands, will spearhead the division that includes Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost Chicken & Biscuits.
By Brett Dworski • March 18, 2024 -
Growing demand for alternative daypart options brings new opportunities for c-stores
Thanks to remote work and generational eating habits, consumers increasingly seek quick, flexible meals throughout the day, experts say.
By Danielle McLean • March 15, 2024 -
Taco Bell to launch Cantina Chicken menu nationwide
Five items debut on March 21, and Taco Bell rewards members have exclusive early access to select offerings.
By Julie Littman • March 14, 2024 -
Carrabba’s brings sandwiches to lunch menu after catering success
The daypart now includes six bistro sandwich combo meals previously only available through Carrabba’s catering brand, which has exceeded company expectations since launching in 2023.
By Julie Littman • March 13, 2024 -
Casey’s foodservice is thriving beyond pizza
The c-store retailer saw strong results last quarter from items like its new chicken sandwich and burgers, CEO Darren Rebelez said.
By Brett Dworski • March 13, 2024 -
Little Caesars joins QSR snack trend with bite-sized Crazy Puffs
The chain is catching up to competitors like Pizza Hut and Papa Johns, which both offer handheld, pizza-themed snacking items for on-the-go diners.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • March 11, 2024 -
7-Eleven beefs up foodservice offerings
The retailer has made the first additions of the year to its food lineup, including burritos, meat snacks and tropical juices.
By Brett Dworski • March 11, 2024 -
Noodles & Company names Drew Madsen CEO, preps for menu overhaul
After three quarters of sliding sales, Madsen will oversee menu changes and digital strategies to woo lapsed and new customers after a tough year.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • March 8, 2024 -
Publix adds burrito bowl bars to mainstream supermarkets
The grocery chain is bringing the bars into its traditional stores after first offering them at its GreenWise Markets.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 7, 2024 -
Starbucks debuts 2 iced lavender drinks for spring
The matcha and latte LTOs aren’t part of the new beverage platforms announced earlier this year, but capitalize on growing sales of cold beverages and tea-based lattes.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • March 7, 2024 -
Caseys adds new sandwich line
The collection, which includes two chicken sandwiches, a burger and breaded pork, is merchandised in warmers as quick grab-and-go options.
By Jessica Loder • March 5, 2024 -
Twice Daily expands made-to-order menu
The retailer has added wraps to its custom foodservice program, which expanded to all 200-plus locations last year.
By Brett Dworski • March 5, 2024