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Combos and upsized meals were popular and contributed the most to growth in the quarter.

Of those tracked by GapMaps, Soul Origin, KFC and Schnitz lead openings

71% of members indicated that the loyalty programmes have an impact on how much and how often they purchase.

95% of operators that responded to a new Jarden/QSR Media survey are planning price increases over the course of 2022.

Within the QSR segment, lattes experienced the greatest growth during Q3.

QSR and retail channels displayed positive spend performances in the quarter.

Speed of service is increasingly expected as well as personalised customer experiences.

36% of respondents order takeaway or home delivery at least once every week, a new study revealed.

There was also an 85% increase in drive-thru traffic for independent venues.

Concerns with the nationwide vaccine rollout remain as restaurants face a “bumpy” recovery.

QSRs remained the most popular foodservice channel in 2020.

Millennials are the biggest customer base for the top three chains.

Aussies are increasingly adopting ethically and environmentally-conscious dietary habits, IbisWorld said.

Local dining brands dominate the top ten.

It is expected to be “somewhat sheltered” from the worst of COVID-19.

Restaurants are looking for new ways to thrive.