QSRs

Curbside Pickup Leads the Restaurant Industry’s Digital Shift
Curbside Pickup Leads the Restaurant Industry’s Digital Shift
November 20, 2023  |  Restaurant innovation

As restaurants increasingly adopt tech features, curbside pickup is proving to be the most common digital offering. By the Numbers Most restaurants now offer curbside...

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QSRs Add Voice AI, but Consumers Aren’t Biting
QSRs Add Voice AI, but Consumers Aren’t Biting
November 20, 2023  |  Today In Data

Quick-service restaurants (QSRs) are increasingly integrating voice artificial intelligence (AI) into the ordering process, but PYMNTS Intelligence shows most consumers believe it will be a...

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Middle-Income Consumers Most Likely to Seek Restaurants Digitally
Middle-Income Consumers Most Likely to Seek Restaurants Digitally
November 16, 2023  |  ResTech

As restaurants look to boost their digital placements to draw new customers, PYMNTS Intelligence found that the most likely to be on the lookout in...

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Taco Bell Launches Nacho Fry Subscription as Restaurants Tap Memberships
Taco Bell Launches Nacho Fry Subscription as Restaurants Tap Memberships
November 14, 2023  |  Subscriptions

Following on the success of its limited-time taco subscriptions, quick-service restaurant (QSR) giant Taco Bell is expanding the model beyond just tacos. The restaurant chain...

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‘Friends’ Central Perk Coffeehouse Opens as Brands Look for Consumer Connections
‘Friends’ Central Perk Coffeehouse Opens as Brands Look for Consumer Connections
November 14, 2023  |  Restaurant innovation

Warner Bros. Discovery is becoming the latest company to open a themed restaurant to deepen consumers’ connection with their brands, bringing a “Friends”-themed coffeeshop to...

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QSRs Tap QR Codes to Expand Loyalty Recognition in Stores
QSRs Tap QR Codes to Expand Loyalty Recognition in Stores
November 13, 2023  |  ResTech

As restaurants look to target their marketing and drive customer frequency, major brands are leveraging in-store QR codes to tie all transactions, including in-store purchases,...

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High-Income Consumers Turn to Restaurant-Finding Apps While Traveling
High-Income Consumers Turn to Restaurant-Finding Apps While Traveling
November 08, 2023  |  Restaurant innovation

As restaurants look to reach tourists and travelers, PYMNTS Intelligence revealed that digital platforms can help them influence high-income diners. By the Numbers The latest...

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Delivery on the Rise as Consumers Look to Save Money
Delivery on the Rise as Consumers Look to Save Money
November 08, 2023  |  Delivery

Persistent high prices of raw materials and supply chain issues have led to sharp rises in operational costs, forcing restaurants to a generalized increase in...

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Starbucks Taps Additional Rewards Partnerships to Widen Loyalty Audience
Starbucks Taps Additional Rewards Partnerships to Widen Loyalty Audience
November 03, 2023  |  Loyalty & Rewards

Starbucks is adding two new rewards partners to grow loyalty engagement and reach new customers. The world’s largest restaurant chain by revenue shared in its...

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