Burgers

Smashburger adds two smash burgers to summer lineup

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:10:49 -0400

Smashburger brings back the Smoked Brisket Bacon Smash and introduces the Pickle Stack Smash.

Sonic debuts tropical-themed smash burger

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:05:30 -0400

Sonic rolls out a lineup of limited-time offerings for summer, including its new smash burger with a sweet-and-spicy jalapeno pineapple glaze.

Smashburger expands leadership team with three executive appointments

Tue, 26 May 2026 06:00:15 -0400

Smashburger names a chief marketing officer, vice president of Western operations and a director of nontraditional franchise development.

Reunion Foods expands retail footprint with Wagyu burger launch

Thu, 21 May 2026 14:05:53 -0400

Launch responds to consumer demand for convenient, elevated at-home dining experiences.

Safe Catch's Kevin McCay discusses clean label and frozen aisle opportunities

wilkinsonf@bnpmedia.com (Fred Wilkinson) — Thu, 21 May 2026 10:16:35 -0400

In this interview, Safe Catch COO Kevin McCay discusses protein opportunities in the frozen aisle, differences in consumer demand for clean label seafood products vs. other proteins, and how consumers’ heightened focus on protein in their diets is influencing the seafood category.

Frozen burger reformulation highlights sodium reduction opportunity

Wed, 13 May 2026 10:35:59 -0400

Griffith Foods initiative helps a Canadian brand reduce sodium in their frozen beef burgers by 25% while maintaining consumer acceptance in sensory testing.

Shake Shack appoints chief financial officer

Thu, 07 May 2026 10:55:08 -0400

Michelle Hook joins the Shake Shack executive leadership team after serving as chief financial officer for Portillo's.

Denny’s rolls out Mozz Pit Burger

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:00:48 -0400

Denny's celebrates the anniversary of a viral video with the limited-edition Mozz Pit Burger.

Wendy's introduces Jalapeno Ranch Cheeseburger

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:00:51 -0400

Wendy's rolls out its spring lineup, featuring the Jalapeno Ranch Cheeseburger, Jalapeno Bacon Breakfast Potatoes and Jalapeno Breakfast Biscuits.

White Castle offers sliders in hot-food automated kiosks at retail

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:05:30 -0400

Collaboration with Automated Retail Technologies supports national deployment of White Castle Crave & Go kiosks, extending the brand’s reach across commercial and institutional environments.

Burger King celebrates 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu' debut with Garlic Chicken Fries

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:10:43 -0400

Burger King launches a limited-time menu inspired by 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu' movie.

Hardee's adding Prime Rib Experience to menu across breakfast, lunch and dinner

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:52:18 -0400

Prime Rib Burger features a 100% Angus beef patty topped with prime rib dipped in au jus.

MorningStar Farms Royal Thai Curry Patty offered for away-from-home dining channels

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:00:52 -0400

The patties are 3.1 ounces each and available in 48 cases for foodservice operators across commercial and non-commercial segments.

Safe Catch introduces mercury-tested Wild Tuna Burgers

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:33:18 -0400

Packages contain six frozen 4-ounce patties that can be cooked directly from frozen.

Building a better burger in 2026

federd@bnpmedia.com (David Feder) — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:28:47 -0400

New burger options include poultry-based burgers including duck.

Jimmy Dean expands protein lineup with bowls and breakfast sandwiches

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:20:22 -0400

Jimmy Dean brand responds to strong consumer demand for protein-forward, convenience-focused foods for any time of day.

White Castle expands retail distribution for Cheddar Bacon Cheese Sliders

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:10:27 -0400

Number of retail stores selling White Castle's Cheddar Bacon Cheese Slider continues to grow.

Datassential: Burger prices up 14% since 2023 while beef costs surge 32%

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:50:27 -0400

Burger prices track closely with overall restaurant inflation even as beef costs have risen much more sharply.

Burger brand The Melt surpasses $58M in revenue for 2025

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:10:37 -0500

West Coast burger brand reports record-breaking financial performance, driven by a repeatable formula centered on menu items like the MeltBurger, strong late-night performance and a hospitality-first culture the company calls 'I Love It Here.'

Protein demand drives interest in high-quality burgers, bricks and grinds

bredars@bnpmedia.com (Sammy Bredar) — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Smashburger, Teton Waters Ranch, 210 Analytics and Prosur share what’s trending in burger production and consumer demands.

Hardee's brings back BBQ Pulled Pork Frisco

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:45:14 -0500

Hardee's collaborates with Clifty Farm to offer hand-rubbed, slow-smoked pulled pork.

Applebee’s debuts Big Easy Burger

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:00:41 -0500

Lineup features the launch of the Big Easy Burger and Bayou Shrimp Bowl.

Flatburger debuts at Fatburger

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:00:28 -0500

Fatburger adds the Flatburger to its menu lineup, featuring two fresh lean-beef patties smashed on the grill.

Culver's plans four pub burger launches for 2026

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:00:21 -0500

Culver's introduces a forward-looking menu strategy that blends culinary innovation, customer feedback, classic Midwest offerings and more.

Shake Shack names chief commercial officer

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:35:06 -0500

Jim Taylor joins the Shake Shack leadership team after serving as president of Sonic.

Freddy's introduces smashburger taco

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Viral social media sensation inspires a new value menu item at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.

Smashburger expands Scorchin' lineup

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Heat and flavor take center stage with the Smashburger Scorchin' lineup, spanning smashburgers, Big Dogs, chicken and value offerings.

Burger King debuts Ultimate Steakhouse Whopper

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Burger King rolls out the third launch inspired by its Whopper by You platform, where consumers design their dream burger creations.

Applebee's introduces O-M-Cheese Burger

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 09:05:45 -0500

Applebee's debuts cheeseburger served over queso and melted cheese in a skillet.

Whataburger brings back Monterey Melt and chicken fajita taco

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:15:59 -0500

Whataburger returns two items to the menu in response to customer demand, as well as a new Big Ranch Wrap with crispy chicken.