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Taco Bell Introduces the Cheesy Street Chalupas: A Flavorful Homage to Street Tacos
Taco Bell is introducing the new Cheesy Street Chalupas, a menu item that fuses inspiration from street tacos with Taco Bell flavors and Quesalupa-inspired cheesy chalupa shells. The Cheesy Street Chalupas are street-sized and served as a bundle of two, featuring traditional street taco ingredients – like fresh onions and cilantro – remixed with premium proteins, all wrapped in chalupa shells that have been stuffed with melted mozzarella and pepperjack cheeses. Fans can enjoy their choice of slow-roasted Cantina chicken or grilled...
Bojangles Brings Back BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich with Exclusive WWE Collectible Cups
Bojangles, the beloved Carolina-born restaurant chain known for its legendary flavor, announces the return of its BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich for a limited time only. This fan-favorite features a tender, juicy North Carolina pit-smoked pulled pork piled high and topped with the restaurant’s signature BBQ sauce and crisp, creamy house-made coleslaw.
This year, fans can enjoy the delicious BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich with an extra special side. Throughout the month of July, and while supplies last, Bojangles is partnering with WWE to celebrate...
Roy Rogers Partners with Mike’s Hot Honey® for Chicken and Waffles
Roy Rogers® Restaurants, the iconic western-themed quick-service restaurant chain, is partnering with Mike’s Hot Honey® to bring guests its limited-time menu item, Chicken and Waffles. The sweet and savory dish includes crispy, golden chicken and fluffy, warm waffles, drizzled with the sweet heat of Mike's Hot Honey and topped with powdered sugar.
“We knew that Mike’s Hot Honey was the perfect choice to take our new Chicken and Waffles offering to the next level and introduce a new...
Subway's Summer of Footlongs Heats Up with All-New Signature Sandwiches, Sauces and Toppings
Subway's Summer of Footlongs shows no signs of slowing down as the brand makes significant updates to its menu with bold new flavors, textures and returning fan favorites – each showcased on three new signature subs. After unveiling Footlong Dippers last month, Subway's latest footlong snacking innovation, this menu refresh gives its world-famous footlong subs a spicy, tangy and satisfying crunch.
New and Returning Signature Sauces
After a three-year hiatus, Subway's sweet and tangy BBQ sauce is back...
Popeyes® Launches Boneless Wings and Sets Out to Convert Boneless Deniers Into Believers
For the first time in the brand's history, Popeyes® introduces Boneless Wings as a permanent new menu item, available nationwide. The brand continues to expand its Wings offerings with NEW Boneless Wings in six signature mouth-watering flavors: Classic, Honey Lemon Pepper, Signature Hot, Honey BBQ, Sweet 'N Spicy, and Roasted Garlic Parmesan. Each boneless wing is made from tender all-white meat chicken breast, hand-battered, breaded, and fried to crispy perfection. Popeyes Boneless Wings are made with their classic base, and whether...
Cracker Barrel Announces Largest Menu Test in Brand's History
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® is launching its culinary innovation transformation with the largest menu revamp test in the brand's history. This test focuses on better meeting guests' needs with the introduction of new menu innovations and through way of operational improvements designed to help team members do their jobs more efficiently, resulting in an improved work and guest experience.
For a limited time, guests can try new test items including Cinnamon Bread French Toast, available all day, and lunch and dinner entrees like Hashbrown Casserole...
QDOBA Introduces More Flavor and Heat to the Menu with Habanero Lime Steak
QDOBA, America's #2 restaurant brand in the Mexican fast-casual category, today announced its newest protein, Habanero Lime Steak, available for a limited time. Continuing to flex its innovation muscle and keeping guests' creations new and flavorful, the spicy new menu option, available exclusively at QDOBA, features tender grilled steak tossed in fiery habanero sauce, lime juice and fresh cilantro. Sautéed in-house over an open flame, the new Habanero Lime Steak packs a fiery punch, underscoring QDOBA's continued focus on flavor — and its ability to keep...
KFC Adds Honey BBQ Saucy Nuggeys to the Lineup, Plus More Deals for Everyone, Every Day of the Week
KFC is making it a saucy summer with a new roster of its popular KFC Saucy Nuggets and wallet-friendly everyday deals (all available starting today).
KFC's popular saucy nuggets are getting a shakeup just in time for summer! Based on consumer feedback, KFC selected this season's sauces, keeping two fan-favorites, Korean BBQ and Honey Sriracha Saucy Nuggets. Joining the summer sauce line-up is Honey BBQ, a KFC fan-favorite that will be sauced on KFC Nuggets for the...
White Castle Spices Up summer with Two Limited Time Only, All White Meat Chicken Ring Flavors
White Castle, America's first fast-food hamburger restaurant, is giving chicken and value the royal treatment with the return of Hidden Valley® Ranch Chicken Rings and the introduction of Smoky BBQ Chicken Rings. These versions of the uniquely shaped, lightly breaded and deliciously all white meat Chicken Rings are just 12 for $3.99 at participating Castles.
The new Smoky BBQ Chicken Rings feature the perfect blend of spices, not too sweet and not too spicy, that deliver bold flavor in every bite...
Dave’s Hot Chicken Launches Dave’s Bites
Dave’s Hot Chicken has gone from scrappy, late-night pop-up to becoming one of the fastest-growing restaurant chains in the nation. It’s gotten there by offering the best-tasting hot chicken on the planet, with an uncompromising focus on quality. Continuing its legacy of offering that combination of quality and craveability, starting June 4, the company is launching Dave’s Bites, the first new Chicken menu item since Dave’s parking lot pop-up days.
Perfect for snacking, Dave’s Bites offer the same taste and quality as the rest of the Dave’s Hot Chicken...
Chick-fil-A Introduces NEW Maple Pepper Bacon Sandwich: Perfectly Sweet with Gentle Heat
This summer, Chick-fil-A® is inviting Guests to embrace the big flavors of a backyard barbecue with the launch of a new, seasonal entrée – the Maple Pepper Bacon Sandwich. Complementing the smoky flavors, Chick-fil-A's much-loved seasonal treat – the Peach Milkshake – is making its return for the 15th year as a perfectly sweet sidekick. Starting June 10, Guests nationwide can enjoy these limited time menu items while supplies last.
Maple Pepper Bacon Sandwich:...
Pizza Hut Enters the Burger Business with New Cheeseburger Melt
Starting today, Pizza Hut is entering the burger business with a better way to burger. Introducing the new Cheeseburger Melt, a parmesan-crusted thin crust Melt folded and loaded with beef, applewood-smoked bacon, onions, mozzarella, and cheddar, served with Burger Sauce on the side. The savory, cheesy, crunchy menu item ditches the bun (say goodbye to soggy bun burger deliveries) and brings together a medley of flavors for those craving a cheeseburger all wrapped into a crispy thin crust. With this handheld, Pizza Hut has cracked the code...
Freddy's Launches Pretzel Bacon BBQ Steakburger & Chicken Sandwich
Fast-casual restaurant concept Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers® announced today the return of its Pretzel Bacon BBQ Steakburger with the addition of a Pretzel Bacon BBQ Chicken Sandwich, as well as its new Freddy's Frost lineup, including Lemon Cream and Orange Cream. The limited-time offers are available May 8 through July 2 at all Freddy's locations nationwide via drive-thru, in-restaurant dining, and pickup or delivery through the Freddy's mobile app and at https://freddys.com.
Freddy's returning Pretzel Bacon BBQ Steakburger is made with two premium quality steakburger...
Applebee’s Launches NEW Whole Lotta Bacon Burger
Applebee’s is bringing home the bacon to guests nationwide with its newest Handcrafted Burger: the NEW Whole Lotta Bacon Burger! Big, bold, and full of bacon, the NEW Whole Lotta Bacon Burger takes flavor to the next level for only $9.99, for a limited time.* Guests can cure their bacon cravings with this decadent burger by dining in or ordering To Go.
The NEW Whole Lotta Bacon Burger features seared Applewood-smoked bacon in a juicy all-beef patty, topped with three slices of bacon, tangy bacon sauce and American cheese...
Bojangles Introduces Bo's Bird Dog: A Flavorful Twist on a Classic Favorite
Bojangles is giving chicken lovers a tasty, on-the-go way to enjoy one of its most popular menu items with the all-new Bo’s Bird Dog. A spin on a classic hot dog, the Bo’s Bird Dog features a Bojangles Chicken Supreme tender nestled in a split-top bun, topped with thick-cut pickles and drizzled with Carolina Gold sauce – a sweet and tangy honey mustard-based BBQ sauce.
“Bo’s Bird Dogs offer a delicious and portable way to feed the whole...
White Castle Savors Value and Flavor with the Introduction of the New $5 Bacon Bundle
White Castle, home of the Original Slider, is doubling down on its commitment to value, and at a time when consumers need it most. The iconic restaurant is launching the $5 Bacon Bundle! This news is so fresh you can hear it sizzling and smell the unmistakable scent of perfectly cooked bacon.
The $5 Bacon Bundle ($6 in Arizona) comes with a choice of two Bacon Sliders — choose from the Bacon Cheese Slider, the 1921 Bacon Cheese...
It's Back! Noodles & Company's Famous Steak Stroganoff Makes an Epic Return
The moment Noodles & Company fans have been waiting for is here, Steak Stroganoff is back! Noodles & Company, the national fast-casual chain known for spreading Uncommon Goodness with its globally-inspired noodle bowls, best-in-class service, and values-centric culture, announced today the highly anticipated, limited time return of Steak Stroganoff. Noodles is delivering nostalgia and satisfying goodness to guests with its most requested fan-favorite dish. Beginning April 10, Steak Stroganoff is available at Noodles restaurants for just $10.95, guests can now savor its return...
KFC Takes Finger Lickin' Good to a Whole New Level with New Saucy Nuggets in Five Dripping Flavors
KFC is getting saucy and taking its finger lickin' good chicken nuggets to a whole new level with NEW Saucy Nuggets, with five flavors available at KFC restaurants nationwide starting April 1! The news comes one year after KFC introduced its 100% white meat, hand-breaded chicken nuggets, which quickly became a crowd-pleaser.
For just $5.99,* you can get 10 of KFC's new Saucy Nuggets, dripping in one of FIVE delicious sauce flavors, including three brand-new sauces...
It's a Flavor Eruption! Red Robin Debuts Lava Queso Burger Alongside the Return of a Fan Favorite
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. is introducing innovative new flavors beyond imagination with the arrival of the Lava Queso Burger, Chocolate Covered Pretzel Milkshake and more. Plus, the MadLove Burger is making its triumphant return after fans have pleaded for nearly a year!
Starting March 25, burger meets queso with Red Robin's new melty mashup, the Lava Queso Burger! Complete with chipotle aioli, caramelized onions, grilled poblanos and tomato, this decadent burger is topped with a flowing hot cascade of...
Popeyes® Introduces New Honey Lemon Pepper Wings
Starting Today Available Exclusively on the Popeyes App or Popeyes.com
Starting today, Popeyes® announces the launch of its latest chicken wing innovation: Honey Lemon Pepper, available exclusively through the Popeyes app or on Popeyes.com from March 19 to March 31 before they are available in restaurants nationwide starting April 1.
This new offering features six juicy, marinated, perfectly crispy chicken wings. Each bite packs a sweet and tangy punch with zesty lemon and a bit of peppery heat from black pepper, giving you all the flavors you love about...
Hardee’s Franchisee Shows Commitment to Greater Triangle Region with New Menu
Hardee’s franchise owner operator Boddie-Noell Enterprises has a longtime presence in the greater Triangle area of North Carolina and recently made it even bigger with new menu choices at its 72 restaurants in the region, new Hardee’s openings and multi-million-dollar renovations across all locations.
Local Hardee’s are debuting new menu choices, featuring the Hand-Breaded Chicken TendersTM Platter and crinkle-cut fries. The Platter includes choice of three or five tenders and dipping sauce, combined with new crinkle-cut fries, slaw, toast and a beverage...
Taco Bell Launches New Cantina Chicken Menu Nationally to Shake up the Daytime
Taco Bell, the brand synonymous with late night, is tackling misconceptions that cheesy, crunchy, spicy cravings can only be satisfied late-night. Introducing the all-new, elevated Cantina Chicken Menu; including five new menu items: The Cantina Chicken Soft Taco, Cantina Chicken Crispy Taco, Cantina Chicken Burrito, Cantina Chicken Quesadilla, and Cantina Chicken Bowl. Select items of the Cantina Chicken Menu are now available* to Taco Bell Rewards members and the full menu will be available to all fans on March 21...
Roy Rogers Unveils Savory Wild Dill Chicken Sandwich and Pickle Fries; Brings Back Mint Chip Shake
Roy Rogers® Restaurants, the iconic western-themed quick-service restaurant chain, is thrilled to announce the launch of two brand new menu items – the Wild Dill Sandwich and Pickle Fries, complemented by the return of the Mint Chocolate Chip Shake and Ice Cream. These mouthwatering options will be available for Roy Rogers loyalty customers to order online, or via Roy's Rewards App starting March 12, and in participating locations beginning March 14.
The Wild Dill Sandwich features a hand-battered and breaded...
Friendly’s New Spring Menu Has Fun (and Food) for the Whole Family
Springtime means new beginnings – a new season, new flowers, and new delicious items on the Friendly’s menu. It’s the perfect place to celebrate spring with family, creating memorable moments with craveable dishes and happy endings.
Beginning Wednesday, March 6, these new menu additions are available at all Friendly’s locations:
Turkey Wrap
Healthy and delicious, this wrap features sliced, fresh turkey breast with mild cheddar, diced applewood smoked bacon for a crunchy kick, spring mixed greens, diced tomato and Ranch dressing wrapped up in a soft flour tortilla...
It's Not Pizza It's Chizza- KFC Brings the Global BestSeller to U.S. Menus For the First Time
From the fried chicken chain that brought you the Double Down, KFC has done it again – pairing the unexpected to create another mouthwatering meal. Starting Feb. 26 for a limited time, KFC is introducing the international smash hit, Chizza ("cheet-za"), to KFC menus in the U.S.* It's not pizza, it's Chizza: two 100% white meat Extra Crispy™ fried chicken filets topped with zesty marinara sauce, melty mozzarella cheese and crispy pepperoni...
Carl's Jr. Introduces Spicy Breakfast Burger and Spicy Western Bacon Cheeseburger
Following the burger-induced chaos of Carl's Jr. Free Burger Day on February 12, when more than 200,000 burgers were redeemed, the brand is continuing to feed guests' insatiable craving for bold, new flavors. Available starting today, Carl's Jr. is introducing two menu items to its flavorful lineup – the new Spicy Breakfast Burger and the return of the Spicy Western Bacon Burger, both twists on the classic Western Bacon Cheeseburger.
As part of the flavorful upgrade, the Spicy Breakfast Burger features a charbroiled all-beef patty...
The Wrap Battle Heats up as Burger King® Introduces New Fiery Buffalo Flavor to Royal Crispy Wraps
Burger King is bringing the heat to its fan-favorite wraps with an all-new Fiery Buffalo Royal Crispy Wrap. Starting March 7, the fiery flavor will be available for Guests to try alongside the existing lineup of Royal Crispy Wraps that launched on menus nationwide last August – including Classic, Spicy and Honey Mustard.
The new Fiery Buffalo Royal Crispy Wrap features crispy white meat chicken breast fillet coated in a spicy Buffalo glaze and a creamy...
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® Announces Return of Easter Heat n' Serve Favorites
To celebrate Easter, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® is announcing new meal offerings to help create a delicious home-cooked meal experience. Guests can enjoy new items like the Hot n' Ready Easter Ham and Turkey Family Dinner and a Heat n' Serve French Toast Bake or traditional favorites like the Easter Heat n' Serve Ham or Prime Rib meals.
"This Easter, let Cracker Barrel do the homestyle cooking," said Cracker Barrel Vice President of Culinary Thomas Yun...
Only 35% of Americans Have Had Their "First Time" with American Wagyu - Capriotti's is Fixing That
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop is on a mission to help everyone in America experience their first time with American Wagyu. In a recent survey of 1,500 Americans, only 35% of people have ever eaten American Wagyu. Known as some of the most tender and juicy beef on the market, American Wagyu is now more accessible than ever before with the permanent addition of the American Wagyu French Dip to the Capriotti's menu.
In the survey, 55% of those who have tasted American Wagyu...
Freddy's Launches New Grilled and Crispy Chicken Club Sandwiches
Fast-casual restaurant concept, Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers®, announced today the launch of its new Grilled and Crispy Chicken Club Sandwiches and the limited-time Frozen Hot Chocolate Shake made with Ghirardelli®. The Chicken Club Sandwiches are available at Freddy's locations nationwide via drive-thru, in-restaurant dining, and pickup or delivery through the Freddy's mobile app and at https://freddys.com. The Frozen Hot Chocolate Shake made with Ghirardelli® is available now for a limited time through March 5, or while supplies last...
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery Offers a Magnificent Value-Focused Start to the New Year
As 2024 unfolds, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery®, a leading family-dining restaurant brand known for its delicious homestyle meals and breakfast all day, is launching into the new year with magnificent offers. Starting Wednesday, January 3, 2024, guests can enjoy the fan-favorite Magnificent Seven® for just $7.99. But that’s not all – Perkins is open late for night owls, and late-night indulgence takes center stage with Half Price Apps, available from 9 p.m. to closing time...
El Pollo Loco's Delicious Double Pollo Fit™ Bowls Make Triumphant Return
El Pollo Loco, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco” or “Company”) (Nasdaq: LOCO), the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, wants to help those trying to make positive lifestyle changes in the new year by bringing back two of its delicious Double Pollo Fit™ Bowls. The tasty duo can fit into any New Year's resolution meal plan with double the juicy fire-grilled chicken, crisp, fresh super greens, and authentic Mexican flavors. Enjoy one at home, at work, or after a workout. Filling and jammed-packed with flavor...
Blue Apron Expands its Ready-to-Eat Category with the Launch of Prepared & Ready Meals
Blue Apron, the pioneer of the meal kit industry in the U.S., expands its ready-to-eat category with the launch of Prepared & Ready meals, available to order now for weekly shipment starting January 8, 2024. Customers can enjoy increased flexibility, from meal kits to single-serving prepared meals, for ultimate convenience and variety. The Prepared & Ready menu will continue to expand in 2024.
Prepared & Ready chef-crafted meals are delivered fresh and ready to reheat in a microwave within minutes. Each meal is...
PERDUE® Releases Air Fryer Ready™ Crispy Wings, the First Ever Wing Made for Air Fryers, Nationwide
Now available nationwide, PERDUE®’s new Air Fryer Ready™ Crispy Wings, available in Roasted, Hot N’ Spicy and Lemon Pepper varieties, are the first ever at-home wings specifically formulated for air frying. Packed with rich flavor, the new offering is mess-free and allows you to prepare restaurant quality wings quickly and easily at home.
To celebrate the release, for a limited time and limited quantity, the number-one brand of fresh chicken in...
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year at The Fresh Market!
The Fresh Market is making prepping for the holidays easier than ever this year, with the specialty food retailer’s prepared holiday meals available now for pre-order, a special holiday print edition of The Fresh Market Magazine, and a holiday-themed shoppable livestream featuring brand ambassador, Chef Anna Rossi.
Whether it's a festive feast with family and friends or a small gathering, The Fresh Market offers everything guests need to create memorable and delicious meals. To make holiday shopping even more convenient, The Fresh Market also...
Maggiano's Little Italy® Welcomes the Winter Holidays With Festive Flair
Maggiano's Little Italy® is continuing to celebrate the holiday season by providing delicious options for upscale winter gatherings with family-style dine-in, carryout options and winter menu features for December! In the spirit of togetherness, Maggiano's will also have their doors open to anyone who doesn't feel like turning on the oven this Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
From Nov. 30 to New Year's Eve, guests can dine in at Maggiano's for an extravagant three-course holiday menu featuring refined Italian Classics...
Quiznos Launches Latest Globally Inspired Seasonal Offer: Club Peri Peri Sandwich
Promising innovation with each new creation, Quiznos’ new Club Peri Peri Sandwich is the latest limited-time offer from the iconic sandwich chain that provides a new flare on a familiar favorite and brings flavors from around the world to restaurants in the U.S. and Canada.
The Club Peri Peri Sandwich is made with grilled chicken, creamy peri-peri sauce, bacon, red onions, lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños and melted cheese, served on Italian white bread. A traditional South African sauce, peri-peri adds a touch of spice to Quiznos’...
White Castle adds comfort to the winter months with the return of its fan favorite Sloppy Joe Sliders
The cooling weather is reaching the point where comfort food is needed, and White Castle is here to answer the call. The iconic family-owned restaurant that kick started America's love for fast food, is happy to bring back its popular Sloppy Joe, Smoky Joe and Spicy Joe Sliders as well as its Mac & Cheese Nibblers to satisfy comfort cravings during the holidays and throughout the winter season.
These seasonal favorites, which capture the hearts and taste buds of craving customers year...
Baja Fresh Turns Up the Heat with Nashville Hot Chicken Menu Additions
Things are heating up at Baja Fresh Mexican Grill® (www.BajaFresh.com), the fast-casual fresh Mexican food chain, with two new menu items featuring Nashville-style hot sauce!
For guests looking to spice things up, the following offerings are now available:
BurgerFi Introduces a New Wingman, Jumbo Chicken Wings
WTF… Wings Take Flight at BurgerFi®, owned by BurgerFi International, Inc. The better burger brand has an official wingman, fresh, never-frozen jumbo chicken wings. Starting Wednesday, November 1, 2023, all participating locations will now serve three flavors of Chicken Wings and four types of BurgerFi Bowls, as permanent menu additions to the restaurants. To add to the menu innovation, BurgerFi will also launch a seasonal White Chocolate Peppermint Shake for a limited time only.
"Our chef-crafted and sensationally indulgent menu strategy makes our new chicken wings the perfect...
Sonny's BBQ Redefines BBQ Classics with BBQ Tour Inspired by Regional Flavors
Sonny's BBQ, the purpose-driven BBQ restaurant known for quality BBQ and spreading kindness in the communities they serve, introduced today the BBQ Tour Sampler, a new limited time menu offering. Inspired by the legendary flavors of some of the best barbecue in the country, Sonny's BBQ Pitmasters created this new offering as a tribute to their favorite regional barbecue styles and dishes.
The BBQ Tour Sampler features a generous helping of three proteins, each with their own unique regional flavor profile: Carolina Pulled Pork...
Let the Countdown Begin! KFC Wraps are Back Starting Nov. 12 at 2 for $5
Starting Nov. 12 KFC is bringing back its fan-favorite Kentucky Fried Chicken Wraps, first introduced earlier this year, at the same finger lickin' good deal of two craveable wraps for just $5. Even more exciting? KFC is adding a new KFC Mac & Cheese Wrap to the lineup.*
KFC Wraps were a hit with customers when they were first introduced at KFC restaurants across the country in February of this year and fans have been begging for their return. The new lineup features...
TGI Fridays® Transforms Menu with Revamped Appetizer Lineup, New Salads and Bowl Entrees
TGI Fridays, the world's first casual bar and grill, is continuing its ongoing transformation with the addition of even more bold, in-demand flavors to its menu. Starting today, Fridays™ fans can experience a reimagined appetizer lineup featuring new offerings and revamped classics, a selection of new salad and bowl entrees, and an all-new non-alcoholic beverage to sip on.
"We are thrilled to bring even more momentum to this revolutionary era of growth and revitalization for the Fridays brand," shared Brandon...
Marco's Pizza® Introduces the NEW Pizzoli, a Fresh and Fully Loaded Handheld Made for Every Occasion
Marco's Pizza, one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, is expanding its menu offerings with the launch of its NEW Pizzoli – a fully loaded handheld featuring savory high-quality meats and four melty cheeses rolled up in the brand's fresh house-made dough and baked to golden perfection. The crispy, craveable creation is finished with garlic sauce and romesan seasoning and paired with a side of dipping sauce.
Inspired by both pizza and stromboli, Marco's innovative Pizzoli delivers...
Culinary Trendsetters Popeyes® and TRUFF Launch the Spicy TRUFF Chicken Sandwich
So you think you’re Fancy? Popeyes® does. Popeyes, the beloved fast-food chain and trailblazer in the 2019 Chicken Sandwich wars, and TRUFF, the award-winning truffle brand known for elevating and reimagining pantry staples, are proud to announce the restaurant’s fanciest collab yet: the Spicy TRUFF Chicken Sandwich. Starting today, this latest culinary innovation from Popeyes and TRUFF will be available in restaurants nationwide and for delivery starting at $5.99, prices may vary.
This innovative fusion takes the beloved Popeyes Chicken Sandwich to new levels...
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Adds Three Birria Items to its Menu for a Limited Time
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop announces the addition of its new limited-time menu items, the Quesabirria Tacos, Birria Bowl and Chips & Queso with Birria Beef. From Wednesday, October 11, until Sunday, November 19, guests can experience Fuzzy’s take on birria, a famous Mexican meat dish with bold, spicy, and savory flavors.
The Quesabirria Tacos feature grilled corn tortillas stuffed with shredded beef barbacoa cooked in a house-made birria sauce, shredded cheddar Jack cheese, diced onions, and cilantro. Each order is complete with two tacos, lime wedges...
Zaxby's Trolls Philadelphia in Campaign with Dolph Lundgren for New Fried Chicken Philly Sandwich
The Southern Chicken brand doesn't even have locations in Philadelphia, but hired Philly's biggest antihero Dolph Lundgren as a spokesperson, is taunting the city with saucy billboards, and may even park a food truck in front of its most famous cheesesteak spots so locals can try the sandwich for themselves
Saucy Southern chicken restaurant Zaxby's® is putting its own spin on an all-time classic: the Philly cheesesteak. For their Philly, Zaxby's is ditching the beef and instead featuring Zaxby's signature fried or grilled...
Qdoba's Loaded Tortilla Soup Makes Highly Anticipated Return, Just in Time for Fall
With fall here and comfort food on everyone's mind, QDOBA, a leading fast-casual Mexican restaurant brand, is bringing back its fan-favorite Loaded Tortilla Soup for a limited time! Starting October 10, this beloved, cooler-weather staple lets guests indulge in a delicious bowl of flavor with their favorite protein and tasty toppings in a crispy tortilla shell. QDOBA's Loaded Tortilla Soup is also available in a regular cup or bowl and can be made vegetarian. Come get it while it's hot...
Get Lost in the Sauce: Jimmy John’s Announces the New BBQ Ranch Chicken Crunch
Jimmy John’s® is launching a sweet and saucy new menu item that will be sure to turn heads, just in time for the change of the season! Starting today, JJ’s fans can indulge in the all-new BBQ Ranch Chicken Crunch sandwich – which packs a serious punch and crunch – for a limited-time only.
For the first-time ever, JJ’s is giving customers a choice to order the new saucy BBQ Ranch Chicken Crunch as a sandwich on freshly baked French bread...
Roy Rogers Restaurants Announces Limited-Time Favorites and Holiday Offers
Western-Themed QSR Brings Back Guest-Favorite Steak and Cheese Sandwich, Launches New Menu Items and Kicks off Holiday Gift Card Promotion
Roy Rogers Restaurants, the iconic western-themed quick-service restaurant chain based in Frederick, Md., announces a lineup of exciting menu developments and offerings just in time for the holiday season. Starting October 6, the restaurant’s beloved Steak and Cheese Sandwich and Mozzarella Sticks will return to the menu, while newcomers like the Breakfast Burrito and Cookies and Cream Milk Shake will debut at participating locations...
Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ Hosts Oktoberfest Celebration with a Mouthwatering Limited-Time Menu
Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ, the beloved fast-casual restaurant franchise known for its delectable menu and self-pour beer walls, is gearing up for a month-long Oktoberfest celebration like no other. Throughout the month of October, Crave locations nationwide will offer a special limited-time menu that captures the spirit of Oktoberfest, showcasing delicious German-inspired dishes and an array of fall and Oktoberfest-themed beers.
In October, Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ is bringing the heart of Munich to its patrons with a specially curated Oktoberfest...
Carrabba's Italian Grill Unveils Four New Recipes to Celebrate National Pasta Month!
Carrabba's Italian Grill, home of authentic Italian cuisine for generations, is setting the table for a special National Pasta Month celebration this October. Linguine lovers, fettucine fans and other pasta-ficionados will be treated to new chef-inspired pasta dishes Oct. 2-29 as the restaurants reveal a new dish each week. Guests can also show their pasta love for a chance to win prizes by entering the #PastaLoversChallenge.
The 'Four Weeks of Pasta' will feature off-menu entrées highlighting new recipes and insider secret...
California Pizza Kitchen Celebrates National Pizza Month With FREE Pizza Offer
California Pizza Kitchen (CPK), the creator of California-style pizza, is helping guests celebrate National Pizza Month with a special dine-in free pizza offer and the launch of a new limited time only Korean BBQ Steak Pizza.
From October 3 through October 31, guests who order a pizza while dining-in will get a free, Take + Bake pizza to bring home on their next visit. CPK’s Take + Bake pizzas are prepared fresh to order, allowing guests to enjoy the oven-fresh restaurant experience at home...
Honeygrow Announces New Miso Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry for Fall
It’s time to cozy up this fall with Honeygrow’s latest flavorful stir-fry creation! The Philadelphia-based fast-casual restaurant known for its wholesome, simple, and made-to-order stir-frys, salads, and honeybars, is bringing back a fan-favorite, the Miso Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry throughout its seven markets in DE, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA, and VA markets beginning today.
Delicious, savory and bursting with umami flavor, honeygrow’s Miso Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry is prepared with freshly prepared egg white noodles, roasted chicken, miso corn, caramelized onions, shaved...
Return of the King's Hawaiian® Pork & Slaw Sandwich After More Than Eight Years
Guests asked, and Firehouse Subs® listened. After a hiatus of more than eight years, the brand is celebrating the sweet return of the King's Hawaiian® Pork & Slaw Sandwich. Available for a limited time only in U.S. locations, the sandwich features slow-smoked pulled pork, melted pepper jack cheese, and sweet and tangy slaw all on a King's Hawaiian Original Hawaiian Sweet Bun.
"For more than eight years, guests have been continuously sending us messages asking us to bring back the King's Hawaiian Pork & Slaw," ...
Jack in the Box Turns Up The Heat This Halloween With New Angry Monster Taco
Jack in the Box, Inc., home of the menu with the most variety, announces the return of the Monster Taco along with a spicy twist on the fan-favorite specialty taco – introducing the extra spooky Angry Monster Taco. Ahead of Halloween, Jack’s favorite night of the year, the Monster Taco is returning for the third year in a row in its original form alongside its spicy addition, both priced at two for $3. This spicier and never-before-tasted version of the Monster Taco...
Chipotle’s Fan-Favorite Carne Asada Is Back on the Grill for a Limited Time
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) today announced it is bringing back Carne Asada in the U.S. and Canada for a limited time. The popular protein has been revered by Chipotle fans for years, and this marks the third time it is making a comeback to Chipotle’s menu.
Carne Asada’s Return
The legend of Carne Asada is real. Carne Asada made its debut in September 2019 as Chipotle’s second limited time protein offering and quickly became a guest favorite. Chipotle estimates that more than 10 million customers...
Naf Naf Grill Aims to Ignite Your Tastebuds with Sizzling New Offerings
Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill is aiming to please both heat seekers and spice fans with the launch of a NEW Spicy Hummus and the NEW Spicy Chicken Pita.
The NEW Spicy Hummus starts with a bright, peppery heat and tons of flavor. You still get the rich creaminess of the Naf Naf traditional hummus, but the spice intensifies with every bite. Need to cool down? Top it off with Garlic or Nafziki sauces for a smooth finish. The NEW Spicy Hummus has all the qualities that...
Eat Like a Champion with Little Caesars New 4-Quarter Calzony
As the Official Pizza Sponsor of the NFL, Little Caesars is giving pizza eaters and football fans the opportunity to draft the ultimate gametime meal that satisfies the entire team and their appetites. Little Caesars is putting its signature Crazy Calzony®, a pizza-calzone combo, back in the lineup and amping it up with a variety of toppings to create a product that has something for everyone – the 4-Quarter Calzony.
Fans can get their hands on the 4-Quarter Calzony for $8.99* as early...
Fazoli’s Brings Back Fan Favorite Pizza Baked Pasta!
Fazoli’s, America’s favorite fast and fresh Italian chain, today announces the return of the beloved Pizza Baked Pasta to its menu for a limited time. Beginning Sept. 5, the classic dish will be available to order in three irresistible variations: Pizza Baked Pasta, Meaty Pizza Baked Pasta and Supreme Pizza Baked Pasta. Also included in the limited-time offering is Pumpkin Cheesecake made by The Cheesecake Factory Bakery®, a welcome addition to the dessert menu just in time for fall.
The classic Pizza Baked Pasta is back better than before...
Jimmy John's Fans Rejoice – Wraps are Here to Stay Along with New Catering Offerings
Starting today, Jimmy John’s®, known for their iconic Summer Wraps (which are usually only available for a limited time), is giving fans exactly what they’ve desired: for Wraps to be permanently added to the menu. That’s right, Wraps are here for good, with three flavor combos including two fan favorites:
The classic Pizza Baked Pasta is back better than before, this...
The Habit Burger Grill Introduces Brand-New Limited Offer: The Korean BBQ Charburger
Habit Burger Grill, the California-based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, signature sandwiches, fresh salads, and more, announces the launch of their limited-time-only, brand-new Korean BBQ Charburger, available starting September 6.
The meteoric rise and influence of South Korean culture across the globe has been astronomical - music, streaming drama shows, beauty industry, cuisine - and The Habit Burger Grill wants to bring the wildly popular flavors of Korea to its fans across the nation. The Korean BBQ...
Stuffed Quesadillas Make Their Delicious Return at El Pollo Loco
El Pollo Loco, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco” or “Company) (Nasdaq: LOCO), the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, is announcing the return of fan-favorite Stuffed Quesadillas, now available for a limited time. Stuffed with high-quality authentic ingredients including traditional Oaxaca cheese and El Pollo Loco’s famous fire-grilled chicken, these quesadillas are designed for maximum flavor and cheesiness.
“At El Pollo Loco delivering high-quality dishes featuring our flame grilled chicken and fresh, bold Mexican flavors is what we do best,” said Heather Gardea, Vice President of...
Panera Introduces New Cinnamon Crunch Bagel Breakfast Sandwich and the Return of the Cinnamon Crunch Latte
Today, Panera celebrates its seasonal fall menu drop with the return of its signature Cinnamon Crunch Latte and the debut of the new Ham, Egg & Cheese on a Cinnamon Crunch Bagel, available at Panera bakery-cafes nationwide starting August 30. Priced at $6.79 – $7.79, this new breakfast sandwich brings together Black Forest Ham, scrambled egg, aged white cheddar and salt and pepper on a toasted Cinnamon Crunch Bagel for an irresistible combination to kickstart your morning. Panera also expanded its beverage lineup...
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux Introduces Bone-In Wings to Its Menu for First Time in Two Decades
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux, the renowned sports restaurant and bar concept committed to providing guests with an unparalleled dining experience is pleased to announce after two decades of "winging it" with just boneless wings, the brand is introducing three mouthwatering flavors of bone-in wings to its menu, Buffalo, Sweet Chili and Lemon Pepper Dry Rub, for the first time in its history, finally picking the bone with Walk-On's fanatics and letting traditional wings walk-on to the menu roster beginning August...
Wendy's New Loaded Nacho Sandwiches and Queso Fries Join the Made to Crave Menu
Wendy's® is throwing a flavor-packed touchdown into the hearts and taste buds of fans everywhere with its latest menu additions to the Made to Crave line-up – the Loaded Nacho Cheeseburger, Loaded Nacho Chicken Sandwich and Queso Fries. This winning combination of crunchy, cheesy goodness will have fans waving goodbye to their bland meals and transferring to Wendy's. It's time for a flavor upgrade.
A New Recruit Worth Rooting For: Loaded Nacho Cheeseburger
The new Loaded Nacho Cheeseburger delivers the unbeatable experience of a...
SONIC Introduces New Savory Mashup with Bacon Peppercorn Ranch Grilled Cheese Burger
Why choose between a savory, satisfying hamburger and a warm, craveable grilled cheese when you could enjoy both? SONIC® Drive-In makes it easy for guests to have the best of both worlds with its latest Grilled Cheese Burger offering. The new Bacon Peppercorn Ranch Grilled Cheese Burger takes the brand’s popular entrée mashup to the next level of flavor, and is available for a limited time at SONIC locations nationwide beginning August 21.
The Bacon Peppercorn Ranch Grilled Cheese Burger will satisfy any craving by combining...
Carl's Jr. Announces Limited-Time Big Char Chile Burger and Salted Caramel Pretzel Shake
Drumroll, please! Carl's Jr.® is introducing two new menu items on August 30 – the Big Char Chile Burger and Salted Caramel Pretzel Shake – available for a limited time until October 31. Can't wait? Great news! The Big Char Chile Burger will be available exclusively in the Carl's Jr. app starting August 23 – a week earlier than you can order in restaurant.
The Big Char Chile Burger features a juicy beef patty topped with Santa Fe sauce, pepperjack cheese, a whole charred green chile and iceberg...
First Watch Gets Spicy With Mike's Hot Honey Fall Menu Collaboration
Move over pumpkin spice, First Watch is reigniting its partnership with Mike's Hot Honey to bring sweet heat to its new seasonally inspired menu, available nationwide* now through October 29. Headlining the fall menu is the Million Dollar Harvest Hash, created in collaboration between the two brands to combine the fan-favorite honey with First Watch's signature Million Dollar Bacon and house-roasted sweet potatoes. This is the leading Daytime Dining restaurant's second time bringing Chef Shane Schaibly and Mike's Hot Honey founder Mike Kurtz together for a custom...
Del Taco Gets Smoky and Sweet with New Honey Chipotle BBQ Brisket
Today Del Taco, the nation’s second-largest Mexican quick-service restaurant*, announced the introduction of its NEW Honey Chipotle BBQ Brisket: three items filled with 16-hour pit-smoked pulled beef brisket and smoky honey chipotle BBQ sauce. Starting August 24, Del Taco guests can order the Honey Chipotle BBQ Brisket Quesadilla, Epic Honey Chipotle BBQ Brisket & Bacon Burrito, and Honey Chipotle BBQ Brisket & Bacon Fries for a limited time at locations nationwide.
"Our Del Taco® Better Mex® brand promise includes providing our guests with elevating...
Taco Bell® Testing New Chile Crisp Chicken Menu Items In Southern California
Taco Bell announced its testing two new craveable chicken options, Chile Crisp Chicken Tacos and Chile Crisp Chicken Strips in a one-restaurant test in Newport Beach, CA (4101 Jamboree Rd, Newport Beach, CA 92660), available now for one week or while supplies last through ordering in the drive-thru and in-restaurant. The new menu items feature a sweet, spicy, and citrusy Chile Crisp Sauce, elevating the flavors of the crispy chicken through bold and innovative ingredients.
Crispy Chicken Meets Fresh and Bold Ingredients...
Bob Evans Restaurants Introduces Irresistible Rancher BBQ Braised Beef
Bob Evans Restaurants has announced “There’s A New Flavor in Town” with three unique dishes aimed to satisfy featuring craveable flavor combinations. Rancher BBQ Beef Dinner, Rancher BBQ Beef Mac & Cheese and Rancher BBQ Beef Burger, are made with farm fresh, braised and barbecued beef, ranch dressing and a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce. All three dishes are available system-wide at lunch or dinner. Each is mouthwatering and packed with flavor – a surefire way to turn heads at any dinner table.
Details of each dish include...
Chick-fil-A Introduces The Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich
Beginning Monday, August 28, guests will have the chance to experience Chick-fil-A's first ever twist on its beloved original, the Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich. Accompanying the sweet and savory sandwich is a deliciously cool sidekick - the Caramel Crumble Milkshake - delivering fall flavors in the brand's latest seasonal offering. Both menu items will be available nationwide*, while supplies last.
An Original Take on an Original
After the positive introduction of seasonal entrées like the Smokehouse BBQ Bacon Sandwich and Grilled Spicy Deluxe Sandwich, Chick-fil-A's culinary...
Order Up! Wendy's Serves Up Savory New English Muffin Sandwiches Nationwide Beginning August 22
WHAT:Wake up and smell the English Muffins! On August 22, Wendy's® is coming in hot with two NEW English Muffin Sandwiches, complete with a one-of-a-kind savory buttery spread that marries a hint of brown butter sweetness with fresh black pepper. Light, fluffy and perfectly pillowy, the new morning additions are topped with a fresh-cracked egg, your choice of oven-baked Applewood Smoked bacon cooked daily (unlike the other guys...) or a savory grilled sausage patty and finished off with melted...
Light Up Your Taste Buds with Bar Louie’s New Dinner Menu Lineup
After indulging on martinis at Happy Hour, Dallas-based chain, Bar Louie, is inviting its guests to stay for dinner with their craveable new Savory Selections dinner menu lineup. Bar Louie is elevating dinnertime offerings from simple bar bites to plentiful savory entrées fit to complete any long day. Bring your clients or friends for a happy hour cocktail, then round out your day with an entrée and wine pairing.
The chefs in the kitchen of the popular late-night chain continue to...
All You Can Eat Boneless Wings are Back at Applebee’s
All You Can Eat Boneless Wings are back at Applebee’s and things are getting saucy! Now for a limited time, guests can indulge in an unlimited feast of Applebee’s fan-favorite Boneless Wings with a choice of six savory sauces and flavors for only $12.99.* Plus, guests can enjoy this unbeatable wing deal with Applebee’s NEW $5 Sunshine Sips. Kick back and cool off for $5 with one of these tasty NEW Mucho Cocktails.
The guest-favorite All You Can Eat Boneless Wings deal includes crispy breaded...
Burger King Enters the “Wrap” Game
As summer draws to a close and the school season gets into full swing, Burger King – home of the flame-grilled Whopper® – is making it easy to satisfy those snack cravings with a lineup of all new BK® Royal Crispy Wraps. The latest chicken-based innovation from Burger King, BK® Royal Crispy Wraps are available in three delicious flavors – Classic, Spicy, and Honey Mustard – and will launch at participating restaurants nationwide beginning August 14.
Each of the new BK® Royal Crispy Wraps features crispy white meat...
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