One of the most popular restaurant trends this year was adding an element of nostalgia to food and beverage menus, and with 71 per cent of customers looking for flavours that remind them of their childhood, it makes sense that even more QSRs are getting in on this trend. RELATED: Nostalgia remains a popular menu […]
When the pandemic ended, many restaurateurs planned to reduce dining space, invest in AI and other technology, and commit to improving the drive-thru experience. A recent QSR report showed that drive-thrus are impressive revenue generators, and the locations they studied offered an 88 per cent upsell rate to guests. Along with raising revenues, technology-enabled drive-thrus […]
As more consumers make cuts to their discretionary spending, many operators are looking for ways to increase traffic and boost the bottom line. While more value doesn’t always mean cheaper pricing, some operators are creating combos and LTOs to stand out and offer more to their customers. Most recently, McDonald’s announced a new lineup of […]
QSRs are finding themselves with more competition than ever before, as many grocery and convenience stores have started offering hot and cold meal options. As they work to come out on top, they’re focusing on what they can deliver for higher value, increased loyalty, and better service, and personalization may be the answer. Last year, […]
Sustainability continues to be top of mind in the foodservice industry from using greener products to limiting waste to innovation in environmentally-friendly packaging. Some QSRs are making strides to provide customers with the sustainable solutions they are looking for, paving the way for even more improvement in foodservice sustainability. RELATED: Meeting sustainability goals with a […]
Many restaurateurs are getting creative with their menus, adding new items, focusing on fresh flavours, and targeting new markets as they continue to compete for attention. Over half of restaurants plan to add LTOs to the menu this year, to up perceived value, and offer guests something new to try and a reason to visit. […]
Restaurants have always created dishes to appeal to their guests, of course, but some QSRs have taken it to the next level, allowing Canadian customers to weigh in with hacks to influence their menus with custom creations. Last fall, Harvey’s launched its first customer-created menu item, adding the Pickle Pickle poutine to the roster, featuring […]
Even though spring has just arrived, many restaurants are already looking ahead to summer with seasonal items and LTOs on the menu. From desserts to beverages, many QSRs are adding to their rosters to keep guests excited to try new items and keep cool as temperatures continue to heat up. McDonald’s is caffeinating customers more […]
As operators vie for consumer dollars, many restaurants are striving to set themselves apart with an improved guest experience and better value. Today’s crowded marketplace calls for restaurateurs to find ways to capture attention and attract guests to continue to compete and grow their revenues. Upping the value Many QSRs are choosing to focus on […]
Spring has almost sprung and some QSRs are getting a jump on launching their newest menus to celebrate the season’s arrival early. LTOs are a reliable way for restaurants to generate traffic and interest while experimenting with new flavours and dishes. Studies show that 91 per cent of people are more inclined to visit a […]
