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Red Rooster’s new chief to lean on innovation funnel to win next-gen diners
Red Rooster’s new chief to lean on innovation funnel to win next-gen diners
Red Rooster has 321 restaurants, according to a tracker published by GapMaps.
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The creative sandwich bar is as much about the experience as it is about the food.
QSR customers have more money but demand more
People want to eat what they want to eat when they want to eat it.
Meet the new CEO of Mad Mex
Cameron Fincher was previously the COO of KFC South Pacific.
Dave’s Hot Chicken eyes China, Southeast Asia expansion
The brand is reportedly exploring a potential sale valued at $1b.
Carl's Jr eyes Aussie expansion after master franchise setback
The brand has five new restaurants set to open in the next 18 months.
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.
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.
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.
Innovations in QSR could be rolled out in months thanks to Gen AI
Key AI applications include predictive forecasting, finance automation, and personalisation.
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.
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