Weekly Global Wrap: Panera's lobster menu returns; Ex-Chipotle CEO's robot-powered startup; LeBron calls to free Taco Tuesday trademark | QSR Media
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Weekly Global Wrap: Panera's lobster menu returns; Ex-Chipotle CEO's robot-powered startup; LeBron calls to free Taco Tuesday trademark

Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.

American fast-casual bakery-cafe Panera brings back two lobster menu. More from Parade.

Founder and ex-CEO of Chipotle Steve Ells to launch a robot-powered fast food startup, named Kernel. More from Business Insider.

LeBron James joins Taco Bell to free trademark on Taco Tuesday. More from NBC LA.

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