HungerRush

"We consistently see that the biggest drivers of guest dissatisfaction aren't price alone."

"According to HungerRush data, it's things like long wait times, inaccurate orders, or poor customer service. Fixing those issues can have just as much impact on how guests perceive value as a discount could."
— Shannon Chirone, SVP of Marketing, HungerRush

A new era of value wars in QSR is heating up, but slashing prices isn't the only answer.

As The Food Institute reports, fast-food chains are navigating one of the most complex economic environments in recent memory, with lower-income consumers pulling back and even middle-class diners spending more intentionally.

According to HungerRush data, 51% of guests choose QSRs for convenience. The brands that come out ahead won't just be the ones with the cheapest menu items. They'll be the ones that get the fundamentals right: fast, accurate orders and great guest experiences, every time.

Many thanks to The Food Institute and Kelly Beaton for including us in her research!

Read the full article from The Food Institute:

QSRs Confront a New Reality: Fast Food is No Longer Viewed as Affordable - The Food Institute Lower income consumers are pulling back from fast food as years of price hikes push QSRs past their affordability threshold. Brands are scrambling to win them back with sharper value plays.

Huge thanks to everyone who visited the HungerRush team at . We loved seeing familiar faces and all of the pizza passion on display!

Miss our big announcement?

HungerRush's OrderAI Talk is ready for prime time!!

OrderAI Talk is HungerRush's Voice AI that answers calls instantly, takes orders, and syncs with your HungerRush POS.

It can help relieve the pressure on your staff during peak order periods, allowing your team stay focused on delighting guests instead of answering phones.

Didn't have a chance to try the OrderAI demo at PizzaExpo? No problem! Check it out here:
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