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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Announces Opening of Sea Oats Kitchen & Bar

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is excited to announce the opening of Sea Oats Kitchen & Bar today, June 10, a reimagined dining destination replacing the resort’s former Coastal Kitchen.

via FSR Magazine·Jun 12, 2026

Eco-Products Launches New Compostable, Recyclable, and Reusable Cups

Eco-Products is introducing a new lineup of beverage cups with compostable, recyclable and reusable options, giving foodservice operators even more ways to reduce waste.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 11, 2026·3 min

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Miller’s Ale House Launches ‘Raise Your Cups’ Campaign

Miller’s Ale House, America’s #1 Sports Bar with 113 locations, kicks off its “Raise Your Cups” campaign — a full-tournament celebration making Miller’s the go-to destination for the biggest soccer event on the planet.

via FSR Magazine·Jun 11, 2026·3 min

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Submit for QSR’s Best Franchise Deals

Freddy's has more than 500 stores systemwide. It’s that time of the year again: QSR is looking for the quick-service industry’s best franchise deals.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 11, 2026·3 min

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Michelin-Starred Chef Sujan Sarkar Bringing NADU to Phoenix

Chef Sujan Sarkar, the acclaimed MICHELIN-starred and James Beard-nominated chef behind Chicago restaurants NADU, Indienne, Sifr, and Swadesi, is set to open NADU Phoenix this summer in Desert Ridge Marketplace.

via FSR Magazine·Jun 10, 2026·3 min

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The Gyro Project to Open Restaurant in NYC’s Upper East Side Neighborhood

The Gyro Project, a fast-fine Greek restaurant bringing authentic street food flavors to a modern setting, will officially open its ninth overall location and fifth Manhattan restaurant on Wednesday, June 17th at 1260 Lexington Avenue on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 10, 2026·3 min

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Cheba Hut to Open New Location in Fort Worth, Texas

Cheba Hut “Toasted” Subs, the counter-culture sandwich shop known for its chill vibes, cottonmouth cures and bold flavors that hit just right, is firing up a new joint in the Alliance district. The new location at 9833 N.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 10, 2026·3 min

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Michelin-Starred Bosq in Downtown Aspen to Reopen for Summer Season

Bosq, the only chef-owned MICHELIN-starred restaurant in downtown Aspen, will officially reopen for the summer season on Thursday, June 11.

via FSR Magazine·Jun 10, 2026·3 min

7 Brew to Hold Special Grand Opening for 777th Shop

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7 Brew to Hold Special Grand Opening for 777th Shop

Fans nationwide can participate in the moment as well by visiting any 7 Brew location to collect a free, exclusive 7 Brew sticker sheet marking Stand openings No. 1, No. 500 and, of course, No. 777. Some numbers are just too perfect not to celebrate.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 10, 2026·3 min

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The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Expands Globally with Openings in Canada, Australia, and Egypt

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, a leading fast casual brand known for its authentic flavors and elevated guest experience, is accelerating its international expansion with new restaurant openings in Canada, Australia and Egypt.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 9, 2026·3 min

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Heytea Opens First Teabar in the U.S.

A teabar is a concept store that explores ways to experience tea through Teamix, brewed Pot Tea, Deep Matcha, Deep Chocolate, and tea ice cream.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 8, 2026·3 min

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Sonny’s BBQ Releases Summer Menu

The new seasonal lineup brings the goodness of barbecue and those sweet summer vibes into each and every bite.

via FSR Magazine·Jun 8, 2026·4 min

Piada Italian Street Food Debuts Summer Fresca and Dirty Soda Customizations for Seasonal Beverage Push

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Piada Italian Street Food Debuts Summer Fresca and Dirty Soda Customizations for Seasonal Beverage Push

The Summer Fresca beverages and dirty soda customizations will be available at all Piada locations nationwide from June 2 through mid-September.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 8, 2026·3 min

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New 25-Seat Speakeasy Brings Prohibition-Era Flair to Chicago’s Highland Park

Just months after opening The Barn Steakhouse Highland Park, Amy Morton is unveiling a second, far more discreet chapter: 1898 Speakeasy, a 25-seat cocktail hideaway and private event space tucked down a cobblestone alley just steps from the restaurant’s main dining room.

via FSR Magazine·Jun 8, 2026·3 min

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The Original Rainbow Cone Marks 100th Anniversary with Summer of Events and Giveaways

A century after first opening on Chicago’s South Side, The Original Rainbow Cone is celebrating 100 years as one of Chicago’s most beloved culinary institutions.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 8, 2026·4 min

Wendy’s to Unleash Minions & Monsters Meal and New Banana Frosty Swirl

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Wendy’s to Unleash Minions & Monsters Meal and New Banana Frosty Swirl

Made for family moments and a little Minions mischief. This summer, Wendy’s is bringing Minions mischief to restaurants nationwide, inspired by Illumination’s Minions & Monsters, the riotous new chapter from the biggest global animated franchise in history.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 8, 2026·3 min

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Portillo’s to Open New Flagship Restaurant on Michigan Avenue in Chicago

More than six decades after opening as a small hot dog stand in suburban Chicago, Portillo’s announced it is headed to Chicago’s famed Michigan Avenue with a new flagship restaurant.

via QSR Magazine·Jun 5, 2026·3 min

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Omakase Kyara Sake Bar to Celebrate International Sushi Day with Three Sushi-Making Classes

Omakase Kyara Sake Bar will celebrate International Sushi Day on Thursday, June 18, with three intimate sushi-making classes led by Chef Winston Matsuuchi.

via FSR Magazine·Jun 4, 2026·2 min

How the F&B industry actuallyruns, evolves, and grows.

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Announces Opening of Sea Oats Kitchen & Bar

Eco-Products Launches New Compostable, Recyclable, and Reusable Cups

Miller’s Ale House Launches ‘Raise Your Cups’ Campaign

Submit for QSR’s Best Franchise Deals

Michelin-Starred Chef Sujan Sarkar Bringing NADU to Phoenix

The Gyro Project to Open Restaurant in NYC’s Upper East Side Neighborhood

Cheba Hut to Open New Location in Fort Worth, Texas

Michelin-Starred Bosq in Downtown Aspen to Reopen for Summer Season

7 Brew to Hold Special Grand Opening for 777th Shop

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Expands Globally with Openings in Canada, Australia, and Egypt

Heytea Opens First Teabar in the U.S.

Sonny’s BBQ Releases Summer Menu

Piada Italian Street Food Debuts Summer Fresca and Dirty Soda Customizations for Seasonal Beverage Push

New 25-Seat Speakeasy Brings Prohibition-Era Flair to Chicago’s Highland Park

The Original Rainbow Cone Marks 100th Anniversary with Summer of Events and Giveaways

Wendy’s to Unleash Minions & Monsters Meal and New Banana Frosty Swirl

Portillo’s to Open New Flagship Restaurant on Michigan Avenue in Chicago

Omakase Kyara Sake Bar to Celebrate International Sushi Day with Three Sushi-Making Classes

How the F&B industry actually
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