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Grill’d adds chicken to Oscar Piastri burger range
Grill’d adds chicken to Oscar Piastri burger range
This coincides with an extended sponsorship deal with the Melbourne-born Formula 1 driver.
Social Media Wrap: Char'd Chicken enters chicken shop war; Betty's Burgers introduces bun alternative; Domino's brings back iconic snack
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Weekly Global Wrap: Singles embrace fast food dates; Steak n' Shake bans microwaves; Pizza Hut Korea sold to private equity
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Sizzler plots Australia return in 2027
The casual restaurant chain was brought back by the Minor Hotels group.
McDonald’s floods market with free McPops
The deal is part of its Macca’s Year of Value promise.
Australian QSR market to hit $37b as menus pivot
Brands are focusing on emphasising their healthy options and digital services.
Domino’s Pizza Enterprises taps ex-McDonald’s executive as CEO
Andrew Gregory will start at Domino’s no later than 5 August 2026.
Fast-food, quick-service chains power top 25 brands to $190.1b in 2026
Expansion and rising takeout, delivery, and quick-service demand drive sector growth.
Soul Origin expands breakfast and lunch menu
The new offerings are available across the chain’s outlets, with store-specific pricing.
Sushi Sushi unveils loyalty programme
Welcome rewards include a voucher for a $1 sushi hand roll.
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's launch McNugget caviar kits; Pizza hut shutters restaurants; Luckin takes on Starbucks
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Social Media Wrap: Grill'd introduces blind box collectables; Krispy Kreme launches Galentine's Day activity; McDonald's brings Friends to Australia
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Inside the 2026 global food and drink shakeup
Consumers are now seeking everyday foods and drinks with proven health benefits.
Global coffee shop market set to hit $290.23b by 2032
Chains such as Starbucks, Dunkin’, Costa Coffee, Tim Hortons, and McCafé continue to lead the market.
Australia food delivery on track to double by 2034
Frequent promotions and discounts are also encouraging more regular orders.
Grill’d launches largest CBD restaurant in Melbourne
The venue spans two levels, serving both takeaway customers and sit-down diners.
Could the rise of self-service technology affect QSRs?
7 in 10 Australians prefer self-service as checkout options.
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