Quick service restaurants are also known as fast food restaurants. This type of restaurant focuses on fast food service and limited table service. Take away or take-out options are also offered. The food is often cooked in bulk ahead of time and kept hot until sold.
Quick service restaurants are often part of a restaurant chain such as McDonalds or KFC. Fast food is often highly processed and served in bags or cartons.
The food is often prepared at a central supply facility and then shipped to individual locations where they are cooked quickly in response to incoming orders. Pre cooked items are closely monitored for freshness and holding time.
Fast food products require the use of additives such as salt, sugar and preservatives. These processing techniques limit the nutritional value of the food.
In order to enhance speedy delivery, many fast food restaurants offer a drive-thru. Wireless systems allow orders to be placed thru speakers. Computer systems and software are used to increase efficiency and provide reports to managers and corporate offices.
Fast food restaurants have been criticized for promoting un- healthy eating by offering foods high in fat and sodium. The advertising practices of the fast food industry have also been targeted for contributing to the childhood obesity epidemic in America.
Many large chains are now offering healthier choices such as white meat, fresh fruit and salads. McDonalds now includes nutritional information on the packaging of each menu item.
Examples of well known fast food chains include McDonalds, Burger King, KFC, Wendy’s and Little Caesars.
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Sports and Entertainment Arena Foodservice Trends in the U.S.
4/1/2012 | published by: Packaged Facts
... programs. In both cases, foodservice plays a central role, according to Packaged Facts’ Sports & Entertainment Venue Foodservice Trends in the U.S. Borrowing from the restaurant industry—and with significant input from foodservice contractors—venue operators, managers ...
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Amusement Park Foodservice Trends in the U.S.
4/1/2012 | published by: Packaged Facts
... and beverage sales at amusement parks are big business, whether the parks are large or small; national, regional or local; sedate or thrilling; driven by teens, families, or a combination of both. Entertainment district growth, ...
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Coffee Shops
3/12/2012 | published by: First Research, Inc.
... & Tea Leaf), Peet's Coffee, and Starbucks. The industry is concentrated: the top 50 companies generate more than 70 percent of sales. Coffee shops are part of the specialty eatery industry, which also includes retail ...
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Coffee Shops – Canada – a snapshot (2011)
3/9/2012 | published by: Mintel - Snapshots
... outlets where coffee accounts for a sizeable (usually at least around 40%) part of sales with quite a restricted, mainly packaged, food offer and small amounts if any, of alcohol. For some countries this will ...
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Coffee & Snack Shops in the US - Industry Market Research Report
3/9/2012 | published by: IBISWorld
... the next five years. Consumers will spend money on luxuries like eating out again, turning to the industry to satisfy their demand. Furthermore, operators will look to international expansion in Asia and the Middle East, ...
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Sandwich & Sub Store Franchises in the US - Industry Market Research Report
3/6/2012 | published by: IBISWorld
... major players offer price promotions, expanded menus and other options to entice consumers. Still, intense competition will characterize operators over the next five years, as franchises compete in regard to new items and prices. This ...
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Coffee Shops – Mexico – a snapshot (2011)
2/24/2012 | published by: Mintel - Snapshots
... outlets where coffee accounts for a sizeable usually at least around 40% part of sales with quite a restricted, mainly packaged, food offer and small amounts if any, of alcohol. For some countries this will ...
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Coffee Shops – Thailand – a snapshot (2011)
2/22/2012 | published by: Mintel - Snapshots
... outlets where coffee accounts for a sizeable (usually at least around 40%) part of sales with quite a restricted, mainly packaged, food offer and small amounts if any, of alcohol. For some countries this will ...
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Coffee Shops – Brazil – a snapshot (2011)
2/15/2012 | published by: Mintel - Snapshots
... outlets where coffee accounts for a sizeable (usually at least around 40%) part of sales with quite a restricted, mainly packaged, food offer and small amounts if any, of alcohol. For some countries this will ...
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Coffee Shops – India – a snapshot (2011)
2/13/2012 | published by: Mintel - Snapshots
... outlets where coffee accounts for a sizeable (usually at least around 40%) part of sales with quite a restricted, mainly packaged, food offer and small amounts if any, of alcohol. For some countries this will ...
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The Foodservice Landscape in the U.S.: Restaurant Industry and Consumer Trends, 2nd Edition
2/1/2012 | published by: Packaged Facts
... 2011. Nonetheless, the industry continues to face significant challenges. For the past three years, guest traffic volume has come entirely from population growth, not usage increase. Restaurant operators across restaurant segments must also contend with ...
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The 2012 Restaurant, Food & Beverage Market Research Handbook
2/1/2012 | published by: Richard K. Miller & Associates
... The 2012 Restaurant, Food & Beverage Market Research Handbook will guide restaurant business development with its analysis of menu trends, culinary themes, alcoholic and refreshment beverage trends, and promotional strategies. The trends assessments include discussions ...
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Chain Restaurants in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report
1/22/2012 | published by: IBISWorld
... The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural risk), risks arising from the ...
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Coffee & Snack Shops in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report
1/22/2012 | published by: IBISWorld
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Coffee Shops – Indonesia – a snapshot (2011)
1/12/2012 | published by: Mintel - Snapshots
... outlets where coffee accounts for a sizeable (usually at least around 40%) part of sales with quite a restricted, mainly packaged, food offer and small amounts if any, of alcohol. For some countries this will ...
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A Comprehensive Study Of The UK Fish & Chip Shops Market In 2010, Rating & Valuing Each Of The 146 Companies That Operate In Today's Market
1/3/2012 | published by: Plimsoll Publishing Ltd.
... Identify under performing companies for acquisition Seek out successful companies to partner or do business with Understand the key movers and shakers in today’s market Each company receives the following unique features: A 5 year ...
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Coffee Shops – Colombia – a snapshot (2011)
12/30/2011 | published by: Mintel - Snapshots
... outlets where coffee accounts for a sizeable (usually at least around 40%) part of sales with quite a restricted, mainly packaged, food offer and small amounts if any, of alcohol. For some countries this will ...
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Coffee Shops – Australia – a snapshot (2011)
12/23/2011 | published by: Mintel - Snapshots
... outlets where coffee accounts for a sizeable (usually at least around 40%) part of sales with quite a restricted, mainly packaged, food offer and small amounts if any, of alcohol. For some countries this will ...
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Coffee Shops – US – a snapshot (2011)
12/23/2011 | published by: Mintel - Snapshots
... outlets where coffee accounts for a sizeable (usually at least around 40%) part of sales with quite a restricted, mainly packaged, food offer and small amounts if any, of alcohol. For some countries this will ...
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White Paper: Health on the Restaurant Menu: Essential Insights on Consumer Markets
12/1/2011 | published by: Packaged Facts
... issue, and then widespread awareness setting in, are now past. The foodservice industry is undergoing transformation, driven in part by government pressures at the municipal, state and federal levels. While consumers will not quickly and ...
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Health on the Restaurant Menu: Foodservice Trends in the U.S.
12/1/2011 | published by: Packaged Facts
... and the effects of nationwide menu regulation. The report does the following: 1. Identifies drivers and trends that have helped cause the industry to reflect on its role in addressing America’s health. This helps participants ...
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Chain Restaurants in the US - Industry Market Research Report
11/23/2011 | published by: IBISWorld
... restaurants will expand their menus and focus on international markets overseas. Combined with a return to consumer spending amid a recovering economy, industry revenue will experience moderate growth over the period. The industry comprises chain ...
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Coffee Shops
11/21/2011 | published by: First Research, Inc.
... & Tea Leaf), Peet's Coffee, and Starbucks. The industry is concentrated: the top 50 companies generate more than 70 percent of sales. Coffee shops are part of the specialty eatery industry, which also includes retail ...
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Brazilian Manufacturer Survey of Foodservice Product Demand Growth in 2011-2012
11/17/2011 | published by: iCD Research
... our survey The geographical scope of the research is Brazil- drawing on the activity and expectations of leading industry players across Brazil The report provides snapshots of manufacturer outlook of product demand across different foodservice ...
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Coffee Shops - Spain - a snapshot (2011)
11/14/2011 | published by: Mintel - Snapshots
... outlets where coffee accounts for a sizeable usually at least around 40% part of sales with quite a restricted, mainly packaged, food offer and small amounts if any, of alcohol. For some countries this will ...
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