In Focus
Gen Zs turn to loyalty rewards, digital content when choosing QSRs: report
Gen Zs turn to loyalty rewards, digital content when choosing QSRs: report
High-smartphone cities like Canberra, Melbourne, and Sydney are driving growth in digital-first strategies.
Uber Eats reveal Australia’s biggest cravings
Ten-piece nuggets and burgers were the most-ordered combo.
Wendy’s bets on bold new look as competition heats up in Australia
The momentum has held beyond its flagship launch buzz, with repeat visits helping sustain foot traffic.
Weekly Global Wrap: Goldman Sachs reportedly buying Burger King Japan; Taco Bell taps fans for new menu inspiration; Cai Ca replaces Gong cha in Singapore
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Menulog exits Australia after 20 years as Uber, DoorDash dominate
Its retreat was hardly surprising after it struggled for years to keep market share.
Pappa Flock taps custom restaurant, crew training to scale
A meal should feel like a celebration, not a transaction.
Soul Origin bets on drive-thrus to double sales
It plans to open 50 drive-thru restaurants in the next five years.
Why Macca’s spends $60m on training annually
1 in 12 Australians often get their first job from the fast-food chain.
Half of Australia’s top fast food locations are owned by three QSR brands
Subway still retains its position as Australia’s biggest chain.
Sushi Sushi bets on Saudi drive-thru as chain expands overseas
It is targeting 40 outlets over the next decade.
Australia’s QSR chains turn to late-night business to boost sales
Brands are also refining their menus and tightening supply chains.
Bakers Delight tests smaller stores to cut costs, expand reach
High electricity prices remain a key barrier to growth.
How much do Aussies spend on coffee?
Australians spend more on coffee each year than the economies of some countries.
El Jannah targets 100-store expansion with drive-thru push
Demand for fresh ingredients and convenience is fueling growth.
QSRs slash prices as value wars loom
They also face competition from casual-dining brands.
Yo-Chi eyes bigger Southeast Asia push after Singapore debut
It aims to be a ‘third place’ like Starbucks, where people gather outside home and work.
TokyoTaco uses food truck to ramp up Australian presence
Getting customers to try the products was the biggest hurdle.
