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UK restaurant chains rethink menus as weight-loss drugs reshape demand

Operators cut portions and test alternative store formats amidst cost pressure.
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UK restaurant chains rethink menus as weight-loss drugs reshape demand

Operators cut portions and test alternative store formats amidst cost pressure.
22 hours ago

Hot drinks lead steepest price increase in fast food

The pricing gap between food and beverage has closed in February.

Restaurant inflation outpaces retail as operators rethink pricing

Rising labour and food costs force operators to adopt more targeted pricing strategies.

Chipotle sharpens its edge as UK QSR pressures rise

The brand builds value through its core strengths, led by a customisable menu.

Smacks pursues dual funding to speed UK expansion

Rap duo Krept and Konan back the round and join as creative directors.

Fuel surcharge may trim fast-food spending

Pressure on petrol costs tests pricing tactics across Australia’s dining sector.

QSRs are shifting toward 'smarter' value-led strategies as price sensitivity heightens

The future winners will not simply be the cheapest or the biggest expanders.

B Bagel highlights delivery as core channel reshaping operations

Building tighter operational systems and training ensures delivery quality mirrors in-store execution.

UK fast-food’s cheapest items are getting more expensive faster

More than half of the leading brands recorded declining performance.

YouMeSushi sharpens operations as expansion continues

Growth to be supported by simpler menus and stronger franchise systems amidst ongoing cost pressures.

Chatime turns to TikTok to widen bubble tea appeal in Australia

It seeks to convert curious newcomers confused about the drink.

Ole & Steen targets smarter promotions as value pressure builds

Data-led promotions replace blanket deals to drive traffic and margins.

Inside Josh Kilimnik's plans for Craveable Brands

The former Domino's executive is set to solidify the group's hold in Australia's chicken market.

Schnitz plans to double stores, boost partner profits

The company is eyeing overseas markets, starting with New Zealand.

Global brands accept high costs as gateway strategy squeezes local shops

International operators arrive with established digital marketing capabilities and supply chains.

Beirut Street Food eyes niche in Lebanese fast casual

The brand plans to open three restaurants in the next 18 months.

Papa Johns franchisee pivots to AI to combat labour stress

Cost pressures accelerated digital maturity to strengthen UK business resilience.