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A New York-based private equity consortium is betting nearly $300 million that California Pizza Kitchen's brand equity can survive a long decline from 250-plus units to 120. The deal puts multi-brand operator Convive in charge of turning the iconic casual-dining chain around.
March 24, 2026
Marco's Pizza franchise costs range from $287,000 to $807,000. With 1,100+ locations and targeting 80+ new stores in 2026, the brand focuses on quality ingredients and Roma-style pizza.
March 20, 2026
Domino's bet on technology and delivery. Pizza Hut clung to dine-in real estate. One is worth B and growing. The other is closing 250 stores and fighting for survival.
March 20, 2026
March 19, 2026
While the restaurant industry is projected to grow just over 4% in 2025, a select group of quick-service chains is crushing that benchmark. These 25 brands are expanding at breakneck speed, opening hundreds of locations, and reshaping the competitive landscape through smart strategies, loyal...
March 19, 2026
Customer satisfaction drives repeat visits, and repeat visits drive profit. The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) has been measuring how QSR chains stack up for over a decade, and the 2025-2026 data reveals clear winners, persistent losers, and a few surprises.
March 19, 2026