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Cheba Hut to Open in Clarksville, Tennessee

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. Clarksville is about to get a little more toasted.

via QSR Magazine·Aug 7, 2026

Pepper Lunch Announces Grand Opening at Rodeo 39 Public Market in Orange County

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via QSR Magazine·Aug 7, 2026·3 min

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Rock N Roll Sushi to Debut in Dallas-Fort Worth

This story was originally published on FSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily FS Insider. Rock N Roll Sushi will make its Dallas-Fort Worth debut on Monday, Aug. 10, situated in the Shops at Mansfield Towne Square at 2301 E.

via FSR Magazine·Aug 6, 2026·3 min

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Dallas-Based Fine-Dining Concept Punk Noir Announces New Dining and Cocktail Experiences

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via FSR Magazine·Aug 6, 2026·3 min

What’s a ‘Modern Gastropub’ Look Like? Meet Three Brands Leading the Way

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What’s a ‘Modern Gastropub’ Look Like? Meet Three Brands Leading the Way

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via FSR Magazine·Aug 5, 2026·5 min

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The Flying Biscuit Café Signs Lease in St. Louis Metro Area

This story was originally published on FSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily FS Insider. The Flying Biscuit Café has signed a lease for its first café in the St. Louis metro, at 1016 S. 5th St., St.

via FSR Magazine·Aug 5, 2026·2 min

Pastry Chef Caroline Ballam Goes the Distance at Conrad Orlando

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Pastry Chef Caroline Ballam Goes the Distance at Conrad Orlando

This story was originally published on FSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily FS Insider. Caroline Ballam laces up her running shoes and heads out the door.

via FSR Magazine·Aug 3, 2026·4 min

Penn Station Introduces Blue Raspberry and Strawberry Lemonade Flavors

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Penn Station Introduces Blue Raspberry and Strawberry Lemonade Flavors

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.The new flavors are available through September 6.

via QSR Magazine·Aug 3, 2026·2 min

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Tapping Into Social Adventure as Brand Growth Strategy

A major aspect of Oak & Stone’s expansion from Florida to Texas involves a brand refresh centered on “social adventure,” leveraging its signature self-pour tap wall and intentionally designing every guest touchpoint from the website to in-store signage and murals, and even mer...

via Modern Restaurant Management·Jul 29, 2026·5 min

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Potbelly Opens at Fort Hood in Texas

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via QSR Magazine·Jul 27, 2026·2 min

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Jollibee to Open in Downtown San Francisco

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. Global restaurant sensation, Jollibee, will open its doors in downtown San Francisco at 9 a.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 27, 2026·5 min

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Buffalo Wild Wings to Open in Hazlet, New Jersey

This story was originally published on FSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily FS Insider. Game day in Hazlet is getting a serious upgrade. Buffalo Wild Wings will officially open its newest full-service sports bar on Monday, Aug.

via FSR Magazine·Jul 27, 2026·2 min

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Rita’s on Track to Double New Franchise Signings in 2026

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via QSR Magazine·Jul 22, 2026·3 min

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Penn Station Sandwiches Builds Momentum Following Brand Refresh

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via QSR Magazine·Jul 22, 2026·3 min

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Bojangles Approaches Store No. 900

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via QSR Magazine·Jul 22, 2026·3 min

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The Big Biscuit Launches Third Annual School Supply Drive

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via FSR Magazine·Jul 21, 2026·3 min

Submit for QSR’s Best Restaurant Brands to Work For

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Submit for QSR’s Best Restaurant Brands to Work For

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.CAVA was a Best Brand to Work For in 2023. The restaurant industry’s employee proposition is a hardly a new story.

via QSR Magazine·Jul 20, 2026·3 min