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Indian food service, July to September 2026: expansions, deals and the food-safety crackdown

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Indian food service, July to September 2026: expansions, deals and the food-safety crackdown

What we tracked in Indian food service this quarter — which chains expanded, which deals moved, and why regulators shut outlets from Mumbai to Kolkata.

By Aaryavar·Oct 2, 2026

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What Swiggy and Zomato really cost a restaurant in 2026, and when going direct pays

What Swiggy and Zomato really cost a restaurant in 2026, and when going direct pays

Commission, GST on commission, payment, distance and ad fees, what the platforms keep, and the break-even for taking orders direct.

By Aaryavar·Sep 30, 2026·6 min

How AI is Influencing Independent Restaurant Dining Decisions

How AI is Influencing Independent Restaurant Dining Decisions

This story was originally published on FSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily FS Insider.

via FSR Magazine·Sep 29, 2026·5 min

How Disconnected Systems Slow Down Restaurant Teams

How Disconnected Systems Slow Down Restaurant Teams

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.The ability to quickly transfer and unify data and reduce the need for constant switching is mandatory in the modern technology stack.

via QSR Magazine·Sep 25, 2026·4 min

The Insurance Blind Spot in Your Restaurant’s Growth

The Insurance Blind Spot in Your Restaurant’s Growth

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.The broader risk environment raises the stakes. Multi-unit restaurant growth is often treated as a sign of stability.

via QSR Magazine·Sep 23, 2026·7 min

The Next QSR Value War Won’t Be Won on Price Alone

The Next QSR Value War Won’t Be Won on Price Alone

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.For years, restaurant brands have talked about personalization, but delivering it consistently across millions of interactions has remained difficult.

via QSR Magazine·Sep 23, 2026·5 min

Why Snacking is the New Growth Opportunity for QSRs

Why Snacking is the New Growth Opportunity for QSRs

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.The trend is especially strong among younger consumers. The afternoon slump. The post-gym protein run. The after-school treat. The late-night craving.

via QSR Magazine·Sep 22, 2026·4 min

Guests Want High-Value ‘Worth-It’ Experiences

Guests Want High-Value ‘Worth-It’ Experiences

Hotel F&B programs require a multitude of interconnected signals that move together like a Broadway show, said Zach Wendel, Corporate Director of Food & Beverage at Concord Hospitality, a hotel management, ownership and development company that manages and develops over 140 pr...

via Modern Restaurant Management·Sep 14, 2026·7 min

Zomato Starts Charging Cash-On-Delivery Customers Up To ₹21 Extra

Zomato Starts Charging Cash-On-Delivery Customers Up To ₹21 Extra

Eternal’s food delivery arm Zomato has begun charging an additional ‘Pay on delivery’ fee on some cash-on-delivery (COD) orders, with the charge varying across transactions. Inc42 reviewed multiple orders on which Zomato levied the new fee.

via Inc42·Sep 12, 2026·3 min

How Top Growing Franchise Brands Have Cracked the Code on Real Estate Development

How Top Growing Franchise Brands Have Cracked the Code on Real Estate Development

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.One way a franchisor can make a healthy impact on new franchisees is by investing in an incentive structure.

via QSR Magazine·Sep 8, 2026·4 min

The Bundle That Wins Lunch Won’t Win the Afternoon Snack

The Bundle That Wins Lunch Won’t Win the Afternoon Snack

Bundles are one of the most effective ways restaurants can communicate value without touching price.

via Modern Restaurant Management·Sep 4, 2026·4 min

Scooter’s Has a Role to Play in the Drive-Thru Coffee Rush

Scooter’s Has a Role to Play in the Drive-Thru Coffee Rush

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.

via QSR Magazine·Sep 2, 2026·5 min

The Evolving Intersection of Delivery Tech, Kitchen Operations, and the Guest Relationship

The Evolving Intersection of Delivery Tech, Kitchen Operations, and the Guest Relationship

This story was originally published on FSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily FS Insider.At Mellow Mushroom, an order placed through the brand’s website may still be delivered by a DoorDash Drive courier through a white-label arrangement.

via FSR Magazine·Sep 2, 2026·9 min

Value Incentives are Undermining Restaurant Loyalty Programs

Value Incentives are Undermining Restaurant Loyalty Programs

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.Too many brands are still viewing loyalty programs as a margin lever rather than a customer strategy.

via QSR Magazine·Sep 2, 2026·6 min

MRM Research Roundup: Resale Dynamics, Meal Program Benefits, and Private Chef Demand

MRM Research Roundup: Resale Dynamics, Meal Program Benefits, and Private Chef Demand

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features consumer traffic patterns, resale market dynamics, menu pricing, insights on workplace meal programs, demand for private chefs, and qualities of a good sports bar.

via Modern Restaurant Management·Sep 1, 2026·16 min

Back-of-House Strategies to Protect QSR Margins

Back-of-House Strategies to Protect QSR Margins

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.When it comes to reducing costs that drain margins, it all begins with kitchen design.

via QSR Magazine·Aug 28, 2026·6 min

The Ecommerce Squeeze, Supertails Chases Profits & More

The Ecommerce Squeeze, Supertails Chases Profits & More

Amazon, Flipkart Tighten Seller Rules With the festive season just around the corner, India’s ecommerce giants appear to be shifting some of the operational risk onto sellers. While Amazon has raised closing charges, Flipkart is introducing new seller penalty rules.

via Inc42·Aug 26, 2026·6 min

Why Cutting Food Cost Without a System Always Backfires

Why Cutting Food Cost Without a System Always Backfires

This story was originally published on FSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily FS Insider.Track every item, every shift, with no blame, just the truth. You find a way to cut your food cost. For a couple of weeks, it works.

via FSR Magazine·Aug 24, 2026·5 min

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