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Carl's Jr eyes Aussie expansion after master franchise setback
Carl's Jr eyes Aussie expansion after master franchise setback
The brand has five new restaurants set to open in the next 18 months.
Lord of the Fries founders say farewell to the brand
Scott Raggat is appointed as CEO, and Mark's brother Sam Koronczyk will be the Chief Operating Officer.
Sushi Izu goes solo
Australia’s biggest sushi retailer will open its first suburban store outside Woolworths this month.
Tam Jai uses Australia as launchpad to Western markets
The restaurant chain seeks to expand to the UK, Europe, the US, and Canada.
El Jannah to shake up ‘stagnant’ breakfast market
The Aussie fast-food chain is banking on its Lebanese heritage to offer something better.
Mr. Charlie’s is more than just a ‘vegan McDonald’s’
The plant-based fast-food chain promises that its food tastes as good as meat.
Hungry Jack’s, Macca’s vying for Aussies’ morning dollars, analyst says
Restaurants with competitive prices and a drive-thru service will get an advantage.
Soul Origin to launch 35 coffee-focused rebranded restaurants by 2025
The new design was the result of two years of research and customer feedback.
OOSHMAN rebrands to stand out in crowded market
The Sydney-based modern Lebanese chain found itself lost in a sea of similarly named restaurants.
Meet Ollie, Oliver’s AI drive-thru Aussie assistant
There are already plans to take it to the restaurant chain’s self-service kiosks.
US gourmet cookie brand Crumbl eyes 15 stores down under
The brand is currently planning to open its first one in Sydney.
Soonta targets family market with kids meal launch
The meal will have collectable cards.
Consumers shift from delivery to pick-up amidst search for value
Delivery traffic declined by 6% in 2024, whilst pickup saw a growth of 18%.
GOPIZZA banks on tech commercialization for new revenue
This strategy could potentially increase sales point to 100,000 globally.
Five Guys eyes Sydney and Melbourne as a springboard for national expansion
The burger chain currently has four restaurants including a second Melbourne location.
Consumers are ready but human oversight remains key for AI—KPMG partner
Fast-food businesses are racing to get AI services right but accuracy remains a challenge.
A peek inside KFC Australia’s voice AI drive-thru technology
KFC plans to commit to more sites depending on its evaluation.
