Foodservice

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    5 trends to help c-stores boost foodservice sales

    From elevating reliable menu items to trying new angles on popular favorites, here are some easy (and some not-so-easy) tips to heighten customer interest.

    By Christine Blank • Nov. 9, 2026
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    International flavors lead the latest c-store food innovations

    7-Eleven looked to Asian and Hispanic cuisines for new lineups, while Wawa and Sheetz got a jump on Thanksgiving.

    By • Nov. 5, 2026
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    How c-stores are leveling up in foodservice

    As restaurants struggle with traffic, convenience stores are investing in bold new dishes and pricing competitively to win over diners.

    By C-Store Dive staff
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    7-Eleven taps Korean cuisine for new menu additions

    The retailer’s Flavors of Korea menu introduces eight new items that feature regional flavors like gochujang, doenjang, ginger and Korean barbecue.

    By • Oct. 29, 2026
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    The Road Ahead: We need a new vision for convenience store food

    As c-stores in other countries start to pull away, retailers in the U.S. need to evaluate how best to elevate their food programs from occasional indulgence to part of every day, writes Frank Beard.  

    By Frank Beard • Oct. 27, 2026
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    Casey’s launches pan pizza

    The retailer is adding the offering to all of its stores as it found many markets lacked easy access to the crust type.

    By • Oct. 26, 2026
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    Wawa reportedly testing sushi at select stores

    The super regional chain is offering several varieties of cooked sushi at locations in the Philadelphia area, according to local reports.

    By • Oct. 23, 2026
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    How Kwik Trip and SunStop market their menus to drive store traffic

    Leaders from the companies highlighted the benefits of influencers and the importance of scrutinizing results after a campaign, among other tips.

    By • Oct. 21, 2026
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    7-Eleven, Circle K are falling behind in lunchtime traffic

    The country’s largest c-store chains trailed several major competitors in both year-over-year visits and overall share of lunchtime trips, according to data from Placer.ai.

    By • Updated Oct. 16, 2026
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    F’real taps into the protein craze with new smoothies

    The frozen drinks company also rolled out updated packaging as part of a 2027 brand refresh. 

    By • Oct. 5, 2026
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    Rutter’s serves up Italian fare in latest foodservice push

    The retailer, known for its creative grub, is adding dishes like Italian trio spaghetti marinara and Buffalo fried chicken fettuccine alfredo.

    By • Oct. 2, 2026
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    Yatco debuts Chester’s Chicken QSR

    The Massachusetts retailer is expanding its roster of restaurant partners as it looks to differentiate its c-stores through food offerings.

    By • Sept. 29, 2026
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    7-Eleven rolls out value menus across its restaurant brands

    The retailer has added meal deals and low-cost options across its Laredo Taco, Raise the Roost and Speedy Cafe restaurants.

    By • Sept. 28, 2026
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    Sheetz’s fall flavors, YouTube series lead recent food rollouts

    Additionally, RoadDog recently added barbecue, Hop Shops and Stewart’s have big pizza plans, and UDF partnered with a local snack maker. 

    By • Sept. 24, 2026
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    Arko transforms its coffee program

    The retailer has debuted Coffee Creations, which lets guests customize their java with syrups, creamers, sweeteners and more.

    By • Sept. 23, 2026
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    7-Eleven adds LTOs, sauces and Tom Hanks’ coffee in latest foodservice push

    A new pizza crust garnered attention earlier in September, but the retailer also unveiled LTOs and new customization options in the past few weeks.

    By • Sept. 21, 2026
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    GoMart to bring first Wienerschnitzel QSRs to West Virginia

    The new partnership is expected to expand beyond the initial two locations over the next five years, with potential sites including conversions and new builds.

    By • Sept. 17, 2026
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    10 ways c-stores are reshaping the foodservice landscape

    Retailers are investing in new store formats and technologies and focusing on the quality of their offerings to develop more robust food options.

    By • Sept. 14, 2026
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    RoadDog launches made-to-order barbecue program

    The Ohio retailer’s new Roadie’s Grub ‘N Go menu features smoked meats including brisket, pulled pork and chicken wings, plus sides such as hush puppies and baked beans.

    By • Sept. 10, 2026
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    Kayrouz Petroleum partners with Massachusetts coffee shop

    Marylou’s menu of hot and cold drinks and breakfast foods will soon be available at a new KP Market in the Cape Cod area.

    By • Sept. 9, 2026
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    LV Petroleum opens first Bojangles in Arizona

    The retailer and restaurant operator also acquired a new retail site in Oklahoma as it targets 100 travel centers.

    By • Sept. 8, 2026
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    Kwik Trip pulls the plug on roller grills

    The Wisconsin-based retailer will phase out the popular fixture on Sept. 21 but continue to sell hot dogs, Tornados and other roller grill items in its hot grab-and-go cases.

    By • Sept. 1, 2026
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    7-Eleven is launching a new pizza crust. Will customers bite?

    The move to enhance its pies underscores the retailer’s years-long goal to position itself as a food-focused destination.

    By • Aug. 31, 2026
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    Pilot names new VP of food and beverage

    Sheeva Hoders takes the helm of the retailer’s food and beverage efforts a few months after it launched its latest proprietary concept, Pilot eats.

    By • Aug. 27, 2026
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    Murphy USA to trial automated White Castle kiosks

    A partnership with Automated Retail Technologies will bring fresh items from the burger QSR’s menu to select large-format stores.

    By • Aug. 24, 2026
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    Hop Shops brings creative flair to new pizza program

    Disco Dough Pizza Company takes a page out of the experiential playbook that inspired the retailer’s disco bathrooms.

    By • Aug. 20, 2026