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Dine-in declines as more Aussies order delivery
Dine-in declines as more Aussies order delivery
Revenues from dine-in dropped from 31% in 2024 to 20% in 2025.
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Hospitality menus drift from customer demand
Nearly half push fusion foods, but only one in ten customers wants them.
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Beverages drive Australian foodservice growth as QSR leads serving gains
Seven in 10 foodservice meals in Australia included beverages.
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Weekly Global Wrap: Chipotle relaunches rewards programme; Popeyes announces One Piece collaboration; McDonald's to add refreshers and crafted sodas
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
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Hospitality spending dips in March despite annual growth trend
Three in five are cutting back on eating out at restaurants.
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Here are the top restaurant chains in Australia in 2026
Subway leads with 1,255 outlets as of 26 March 2026.
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Chatime turns to TikTok to widen bubble tea appeal in Australia
It seeks to convert curious newcomers confused about the drink.
Weekly Global Wrap: In-&-Out to still stay away from digital ordering; McDonald's CEO reacts to viral Big Arch burger video; US fast food chains with the best value burgers
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Rising costs, labour shortages pressure Australia’s QSR sector
Increasing commercial rents is also a key challenge.
Tourism fuels growth in Australia’s food service market
Foodservice is expected to be valued at $198b by 2034.
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.
Weekly Global Wrap: Starbucks announces licensing business restructure; Five Guys CEO gives employees US$1.5m bonus; McDonald's partners with KPop Demon Hunters
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Beirut Street Food eyes niche in Lebanese fast casual
The brand plans to open three restaurants in the next 18 months.
Tech and taste fuel Australia’s fast-food growth story
The sector is projected to grow at an annual rate of 8.45% between 2026 and 2034.
Weekly Global Wrap: Sonic overhauls drinks menu; KFC unveils pickle-themed menu; Chipotle rolls out a new sauce.
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Oporto CEO’s first year reshapes brand and network strategy
The iconic Australian chicken chain is also planning to revamp its signature burger.
