Coffee & QSR

Chipotle, Wingstop, and Shake Shack have emerged as restaurant leaders, thriving and outperforming the wider fast-casual and quick-service restaurant (QSR) categories. How did these chains perform in Q3 2024? We dove into the data to find out. 

With Q3 2024 in the rearview mirror, we dove into the data to check in with two smoothie and bowl spots that are firmly in expansion mode – Playa Bowls and Tropical Smoothie Cafe. What lies behind their smashing success? And what awaits them in Q4? 

Find out how McDonald's and Wendy's are performing in 2024, driving visits by leaning into limited-time offers and breakfast menus.

Coffee chains saw growth this year, but drive-thru focused brands like Dutch Bros. thrived, while Starbucks and Dunkin' saw declines. Starbucks is now shifting strategy to adapt.

As summer winds down, we dove into the data to explore consumer behavior at quick-service and fast-casual restaurants. How are they performing this year? And do consumers still interact differently with the two categories?

The convenience store segment has been one of the most exciting retail categories to watch over the past few years, shifting and embracing more diverse offerings to adapt to changing consumer needs. We looked closer at how the segment is faring as Q3 draws to a close. 

How did the Placer 100 Index for Retail & Dining fare in August 2024? We dove into the data to find out.