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Gas prices, GLP-1s and a new food pyramid are creating uncertainty and opportunity, Technomic experts said at the Restaurant Leadership Conference
How Fogo de Chão and DineAmic Hospitality are adapting to anxious, value-seeking guests
As a global consultant and operator, Rafael LaRue can see what’s around the corner for U.S. restaurants
The Romanian customer is becoming more selective. The trends now reshaping the restaurant market. Dining out is entering a more disciplined phase, where variety is losing ground t...
Because consumers are moving fluidly across platforms and touchpoints, restaurant operators need a deeper understanding of where people are in their journey, what mindset they’re i...
Tastings at the booths of hundreds of exhibitors at the Show revealed some surprising discoveries along with variations of continuing trends
NRN editors share insights from the show floor
QSR operators looking for the next menu sensation may want to consider the crousty or a dip flight, just two of the items trending across the Atlantic.
Research published by quench highlights a growing industry shift toward predictive demand forecasting and restaurant-to-retail product expansions. The post Quench’s 2026 Trend Repo...
Top 500 chain restaurant sales slowed again in 2025 as consumers cut back on dining, but sectors like coffee, beverages and snacks and chicken thrived
As India s food service industry matures so does the narrative of its cuisine In 2026 fine dining in India is no longer defined by the urge to prove itself on the global stage What...
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Chains that serve only breakfast and lunch are soaring, while those covering all three dayparts have stumbled, according to Technomic Top 500 data
Interviews at the International Council of Shopping Centers conference revealed top trends in real estate. Success in the restaurant industry isn't just about what's on the menu an...
Despite economic uncertainty, a million dollars per minute was spent at restaurants in 2025 with 99.7 percent of U.S. adults visiting a top 50 chain, according to Circana’s 2026 De...
Hip crustaceans, dessert trends and the never-ending reservation battle were among the things our chief critic took note of.
Sales growth slowed for the fast-casual segment overall, but it was a good year to be a Mediterranean or sandwich brand
Plus innovation at Applebee’s, Black Sheep Coffee, Burgerville, Del Taco, Krispy Kreme, Naya, Smashburger, Starbucks, Texas de Brazil, Ziggi’s Coffee, and more
Plus innovation at BJ's, Chili's, Dunkin', Shake Shack, Taco Cabana, and more
More than ever, restaurants are all in on innovation aimed at growing sales outside their four walls. Industry executives say it’s indicative of a growing and evolving off-premises...
New data from Lumina Intelligence’s Operator Data Index highlights reveal three major shifts shaping how UK consumers choose where to eat, as operators respond to... The post Three...
For younger diners, predictability no longer feels comforting, it feels forgettable. Identical menus, copy-paste interiors, and generic vibes can’t compete with places that feel un...
In 2025, fast-casual brands outperformed despite challenges. Predictions for 2026 include sector expansion with a focus on health, pricing, and competition. Expert insights detail...
Diners want more of a build-their-own experience and are seeking out menus featuring snackable and shareable items. A big part of this is simply how people are choosing to eat rig...
From quick-service to casual dining, brands are seeing a robust catering program as a steady revenue stream
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