These QSR consumer loyalty innovations range from celebratory donut giveaways to AR fast food promotions. Marketed towards tech lovers, the recent mobile Monopoly promotion by McDonald's aims to increase brand engagement while giving smartphone gamers a chance to unlock prizes they can redeem in store.
Other standouts include festive iced tea and coffee giveaways like Starbucks' National Iced Tea Day promotion and Krispy Kreme's National Coffee Day rewards. Additional examples to take note off are more niche in their marketing strategy -- ranging from pirate-themed dessert giveaways to anime game partnerships that let Pokemon GO players unlock coupons while at fast food establishments.
Mobile punch card apps and emoji-powered pizza deliveries round off this list and target consumers seeking rewards that are unexpected and convenient to access.
26 QSR Consumer Loyalty Innovations
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VIP Pizza Boxes
Domino's Loyalty Program for Customers Turns Them into Shareholders
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Burger-Dispensing ATMs
The 'Big Mac ATM' Offers a New Way to Order a McDonald's Burger
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Coffee Pairing Promotions
Krispy Kreme is Celebrating National Coffee Day 2016 with Free Food
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Costumed Donut Promotions
Krispy Kreme Will Reward Those Who Dress as a Pirate with Free Donuts
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Click-Free Pizza Deliveries
The New Domino's App Facilities Click-Free Ordering
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Coffee Rideshare Programs
The Lyft & Starbucks Promotion Rewards Customer with Incentive Deals
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Food-Ordering Chatbots
Domino's Pizza Can Now Be Purchased Through Facebook Messenger
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Rainy Day Dessert Promotions
This Frozen Yogurt Shop Offers Discounts on Rainy Days
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Anime Game Food Partnerships
McDonald's Japan and Pokemon Go Turn Each Location Into a Poke Stop
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Pizza Loyalty Programs
Pizza Hut's 'Hut Rewards' Delivers Customers Dollar-for-Dollar Rewards
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Order-Inclusive Reward Programs
Consumers Can Earn Points with the Way They Order Pizza at Dominos
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Celebratory Iced Tea Promotions
This Starbucks Promotion Celebrates National Iced Tea Day
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Coffee eGifting Software
Gifting App CoffeeSender is a B2B Solution for Engaging Clients
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Reward-Offering Dining Apps
The Seated App Gives Users Discounts for Making Reservations
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Pizza Chain Wedding Registries
Domino's Now Offers Its Own Online Wedding Registry for Couples
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Celebratory Donut Giveaways
The New Krispy Kreme Promotion Celebrates National Donut Day 2016
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Discount Drink Promotions
The 'Hardest Working Happy Hour' Rewards Customers with Discount Drinks
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Emoji-Ordering Pizza Apps
Domino's Australia Now Lets Consumers Order Simply Using the Pizza Emoji
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Bottomless Beverage Promotions
Bruegger's Bagels' Bottomless Mug Can Be Used for Unlimited Refills
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Bus Stop Pizza Deliveries
Domino's UK Will Now Deliver Pizza to Customers on a Bus Route
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Complimentary Hot Dog Promotions
Dog Haus is Offering a Free Haus Dog to Rewards Members
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QSR Wedding Chapels
The Taco Bell Wedding Chapel will be at the Las Vegas Cantina Flagship
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Free Fast Food Breakfasts
This Chain is Offering a Free Breakfast Special for Two Weeks
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Gift-Wrapped Restaurants
Burger King Treated a Facebook Fan to His Own Burger King Restaurant
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Mobile Punchcard Rewards
Perka Lets Users Earn Rewards at Their Favorite Local Businesses
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Point-Based Loyalty Program Transitions
As of July, Winn-Dixie Switches Its Plenti Reward Program
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Nostalgic Adult QSR Meals
McDonald's McDonaldland Meal Revives a Classic Marketing Campaign
Gamified Fast Food Challenges
McDonald's Side Missions Encourage Fun, Spontaneous Detours
Basketball-Inspired Complimentary Menu Promotions
Wendy's Offers Free Fries and Frosty on April 7
Romantically Playful QSR Menus
Dunkin’ Drops a Valentine’s Day Lineup
Experiential Convenience Stores
FamilyMart Announced IP-Centered Store Experiences in Japan
Pristine Fast Food Campaigns
McDonald's All Flavour, No Mess Spotlights a Tidy Snack
Street Burger Campaigns
Mcdonald’s Street Fighter Menu Collaboration Celebrates Arcade Energy
Beaded Beverage Carriers
Six Specialty Drinks are Coming to McDonald's This Spring
Gen Z-Influenced Drink Menus
These New McDonald’s CosMc Drinks are Headed to Over 500 Locations
Value-Focused Seasonal QSR Offerings
Tim Hortons US Debuts a New Combo Menu, Protein Lattes & More
Affordability-Focused Game-Day Campaigns
Kroger Offers Discounts on Snacks, Beverages & Foods
Ambitious Burger Month Promotion
Red Robin Runs an Ambitious Promotion for Loyal and New Customers
Gamified Holiday Promotions
Starbucks for Life Merrython Blends Gameplay with Prize Giveaways
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Reimagined Loyalty Programs
Starbucks Canada Unveiled an Updated Rewards System
90s-Inspired Anime QSR Meals
McDonald’s and Pokémon Partnered to Celebrate 30 Years
Night QSR Campaigns
The Mcdonald’s Night Posters Turn Post-Party Cravings into Glowing Urban Art
Spooky QSR-Branded Merchandise Lines
Tim Hortons Debuts New Halloween-Themed Seasonal Merchandise
Value-Driven QSR Meals
Checkers & Rally's Introduced the $5 MVP Meal Deal
Dynamic Basketball-Informed Marketing Campaigns
March Madness' New Campaign Features NCAA Athletes
Festive Snack Packaging Designs
Kellanova Debuts Its Seasonal Assortment of Snacks
Halloween-Celebrating QSR Menus
The Burger King Monster Menu Doubles Down on Halloween Themes
Anime Fast Food Collaborations
Popeyes Canada Launches a ONE PIECE-Themed Menu and Experience.
Reward-Based QSR Promotions
SONIC Launches the 'Snacky Hour' Promotion for Summer Dining
Real-Food Entrée Giveaways
The Chipotle Realest 30 Will Share a Text-to-Claim Code on Game Day
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Card Game Meal Sets
Pokémon 30th Anniversary x McDonald’s brings Collectible Cards to Meals
Complimentary Fries QSR Promotions
Arby's Potato Pass Offers Free Fries with Every Purchase
Experiential Student Activations
Just Eat's Hey U Up Campaign Coincides with Freshers’ Week
Singles-Focused QSR Promotions
Wendy's Marks Singles Awareness Day with Dave's Single Cheeseburger
QSR Employee Support Apps
Blink and McDonald's Partnered to Support Crew Members
Customizable Cafe Drink Menus
The Official Starbucks Secret Menu is Available on the Brand's App
Experiential Marketing Campaigns
MIKE AND IKE, HOT TAMALES, and Marvel Team Up for Campus Tour
Trainer-Collaborative QSR Campaigns
JD and Wingstop UK Join to Launch a Nationwide Giveaway
Masculine Matcha Cafe Promotions
Dunkin' is Offering Free Matcha Drinks to Dunkin' Rewards Members
Competitive Cost-Conscious QSR Menus
McDonald's Under $4 McValue Menu is Arriving for Summer
Valentine's Coffee Promotions
Ziggi's Coffee Launches Ten-Day Rewards Campaign
Chicken QSR-Collaborative Streetwear
ARIES and KFC Launch a Special Fashion Collection
Interactive Treat Campaigns
DQ Canada Launches its Loyalty-Based 'Falling Treats' Campaign
QSR In-App Football Games
Wendy’s and FOX Big Noon Launch the 'Tendy Toss' In-App Game
QSR Secret Menus
Mcdonald’s Secret Menu Launch Turns Fan Hacks into Official Offerings
High-Value Pizzeria Promotions
The Little Caesars More for $9.99 Promotion Maximizes Value
Mystery Flavor Donuts
The 7-Eleven April Fools' Month Mystery Donut Shares a Surprise Flavor
Springtime QSR App Discounts
This White Castle Discount is Only for Mobile Users
Anniversary-Honoring QSR Campaigns
The Jack in the Box 75th Anniversary Campaign Launches in 2026
Limited-Run QSR Releases
Weekly Wingstop Drops Share a Taste of Drop Culture
Festive Convenient Store Offerings
7-Eleven Gears Up for the Holidays with Food, Beverages & More
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
CPG-Focused Innovation Launchpads
Albertsons Companies is Running Its Innovation Launchpad
Basketball Championship-Themed Convenience Promotions
7-Eleven is Offering Deals for March Madness
Gamified Sports Rewards
Mountain Dew Links MLB Home Runs to Real-Time Free Drink Rewards
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Anniversary-Celebrating Brand Evolutions
Smoothie King Debuts 'The Best Kind of Delicious'
Complimentary Customizable Drink Promotions
The SONIC Coca-Cola Your Way Promotion is Refreshing
Twelve-Day Promotional QSR Events
QDOBA Mexican Eats is Running Diptember in September
Exclusive Ice Cream Promotions
Dairy Queen Announced its National Ice Cream Day Deal
Digital Pizza Dining Promotions
MOD Pizza and TRON: Ares Partnered to Reward Fans with Deals
Promotional Burrito-Celebrating Campaigns
El Pollo Loco is Celebrating National Burrito Day
Heritage-Inspired QSR Ranges
The Chick-fil-A Newstalgia Lineup Pays Homage to the Brand's History
Reimagined Pizza Loyalty Programs
Pizza Hut Reels in Customers with Hut Rewards
Customer-Led Loyalty Programs
The Iconic Unveils a Loyalty Program Built on Community Insight
Coordinated Convenience-Focused Promotional Campaigns
7-Eleven Runs Promotions for Two Events
Crafted Fast Food Beverages
McDonald’s Expands into Refreshers, Dirty Sodas and Energy Drinks
Complimentary Coffee Campaigns
Krispy Kreme and Joe Jonas Partnered for National Coffee Day
Gamer-Focused QSR Devices
McDonald’s Türkiye's ‘Archie' is Part of the Pro Gamer Menu
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Sunday-Focused QSR Value Deals
Sundays by KFC Bring Value and Indulgence to Consumers
Restaurant Platform Loyalty Programs
OpenTable Announced Updates to its 'OpenTable Regulars'
QSR-Backed Chicken Promotions
Huey Magoo Launches the 'Magoo's Rewards' Initiative for Customers
Icy QSR Dessert Menus
The Dairy Queen Holiday Menu Introduces New and Returning Treats
Free QSR Coffee Discounts
Starbucks Rewards Members Can Redeem a Free Drink on Starbucks Monday
Nordic QSR Campaigns
McDonald's Launches a New Campaign Inspired by its Dedicated Fans
Festive QSR Deal Promotions
The Whataburger 12 Days of Whatacheer Promotion is Running Now
Gas Station Meal Expansions
7-Eleven Enters Fast-Food Territory with Chicken Items
Cookie-Forward Branded Promotions
Panera Celebrated National Cookie Day in 2025
Cinematic Sci-Fi QSR Meals
The Burger King Star Wars Menu Features Food and Merch
Bartering-Focused Frozen Pizza Promotions
RED BARON® Launches the Stuff for Stuffed Campaign
Detroit-Style Pizza Sweepstakes
Jet's Pizza Detroit-Style Dash Sweepstakes is Coca-Cola-Approved
Culture-Driven Snack Strategies
Mondelēz Elevates Oreo With Future-Back Brand Planning
Mathematics-Themed Retail Promotions
The 7-Eleven Pi Day Promotion Includes Pizzas and More
Interactive Beverage-Focused Campaigns
Dutch Bros Coffee's Epic Drink Duel Engages Consumers
Tax-Themed Retailer Promotions
This 7-Eleven Tax Day Promotion Offers Instant Winnings
Playful Childhood-Inspired Promotions
Circle K Has Launched Its Rock, Paper, Prizes Promotion
Road Safety-Focused QSR Campaigns
McDonald's Türkiye Launched a Campaign Called Drink & Drive
Dual-Branded Loyalty Promotions
Torchy's Tacos & Cinemark Run a Mother's Day Promotion
St. Patrick's Day Promotions
7-Eleven Celebrates the St. Patrick's Day Holiday
QSR Voting Promotions
The Shake Shack Showdown Will Offer Patrons Free Food
Value-Driven QSR Campaigns
Domino's 'Who Likes Pizza?' Visualizes Pizza's Worth
Inaugural QSR Loyalty Programs
Culver's Delicious Rewards Offers 10 Points Per $1 Spent
Give-Back QSR Rewards
QDOBA Launched Tax Day Guac Relief for Rewards Members
Comprehensive QSR Reward Programs
A&W Canada is Debuting a New Customer Initiative — A&W Rewards
Combat-Themed QSR Burger Menus
McDonald's Japan Street Burgers are Street Fighter-Inspired
Romantic Convenience Store Promotions
7-Eleven Offers Discounts and Themed Confections for V-Day
Menu Discovery Challenges
Original ChopShop's Feel Good Foodie Challenge Rewards Menu Exploration
Cross-Platform Loyalty Programs
WestJet and Petro-Canada Link Travel and Fuel Rewards
Basketball-Themed QSR Promotions
Arby's is Launching a March Madness Promotion
Weekly Diner Restaurant Rewards
Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom Make It or Break It is Rewarding
Protein Cheese Activations
Armstrong Cheese Celebrated its Protein Offerings with a Fridge Pop-Up
Archival Packaging Revivals
Chick-Fil-A Newstalgia Marks an 80th Anniversary Rollout
Gaming-Inspired Food Partnerships
Nanak Foods and Nintendo of Canada Debut Their Collaboration
Friend-Honoring QSR Dessert Campaigns
Wendy's Frosty Swirls Trio Offers Three Servings for $7
Celebrative Ice Cream Promotions
Dairy Queen Honors its Birthday with Cone and Blizzard Promotions
Interactive Game Advertisements
Samsung Ads GameBreaks Encourage Deeper Engagement
Rewarding Dining Gift Promotions
The CRISP & GREEN Wrap Up Wellness Campaign is Festive
Halloween-Themed Qsr Menus
Burger King Reveals a Monster Menu with Vampire Nuggets and Mummy Fries
Anti-Shrinkflation QSR Initiatives
These Jack in the Box Value Deals Offer Ample Food and Drink
QSR Collectible Trading Cards
McDonald’s UK Launches an Exclusive Character Card Collection
Joint Holiday Pizza Promotions
Stoner's Pizza Joint is Marking National Pizza Day and V-Day
Festival-Themed Retail Snack Campaigns
Kellanova Announced Flavour Fest ’25 in the UK
Cheeky Wrap-Focused Campaigns
Jimmy John's Introduced the Wrap Exchange
Whimsical Desk Rituals
Starbucks Created a Small, Celebratory Post-CNY Activation
Cheeky Cow-Inspired Qsr Campaigns
Chick-Fil-A Continues Its Iconic Eat Mor Chikin Campaign
Expansive UK-Based QSR Menus
McDonald’s UK Unveils a Summer Menu with New Customizations
Seasonal Summer Donut Flavors
DonutNV Creates Buzz Through Limited-Time Offerings
Year-Long Anniversary Promos
Chick-fil-A Launches Menu Items and Sweepstakes for its Anniversary
QSR Color-Shift Cups
Mcdonald’s Launches Limited-Edition Color-Changing Cold Cups
Frozen Beverage-Focused Promotions
Circle K Has Relaunched Its Popular Froster for a Year Contest
First-Of-Its-Kind Digital Coupons Programs
Inmar Intelligence Partners with bp and Axonet
Fresh Fast-Casual Rewards Programs
sweetgreen SG Rewards Offers 10 Points Per Dollar Spent
Celebratory Mexican Cuisine Promotions
Taco John's Month of Mucho Promotion is Arriving for May
Guaranteed Prize Dining Campaigns
Hot Head Burritos Cinco de Montho Campaign Will Offer Rewards
Adventurous Restaurant Promotions
bb.q Chicken Canada Debuts Goals to bb.q Chicken, Wings to Korea
Substantial Loyalty Sign-Up Bonuses
Zaxbys New Loyalty Campaign is Called the Transfer Portal
Appreciative Brand Anniversary Activations
T-Mobile Launched a Thankiversary Celebration
Adventurous Summertime Retailer Promotions
The Maverik Summer Deals Prioritize Cost Savings
Immersive Bakery Rewards Programs
Vicious Biscuit Rewards Offers In-Store and Digital Perks
Pizza Chain Evolution Strategies
Donatos Pizza Has Outlined a Series of Strategic Developments
Celebration-Themed Donut Ranges
These New Parlor Doughnuts Treats are Arriving for Spring
Brandless Packaging Campaigns
McDonald’s Tested a Name-Free 'Famous Order' Promotion
Cartoon Card Qsr Meals
Mcdonald’s Japan Serves Exclusive Pikachu Promo Cards in Happy Meals
Nostalgic Slap Bracelet Giveaway
The Human Bean Gives Slap Bracelets With its 90s-Inspired Drinks
Albertan Free Pizza Campaigns
Pizza 73 Launches the P73 Party to Drive Engagement with Free Pizza
Complementary Food QSR Promotions
SONIC Live Free Fridays Offers a New Reward Every Week
Daily Retailer Rewards Promotions
MyWeigel's Streaks Encourage Continuous Loyalty
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Board Game-Themed Food Promotions
Premier Foods and Hasbro Partnered for an On-Pack Promotion
Springtime Retailer Promotions
The 7-Eleven St. Patrick's Day Promotion Offers Sweet Deals
Promotional Partnership Promotions
Savvy Sliders Teams With Girl Scouts For Cookie Discount
Complimentary Small Cheese Pizzas
Pizza Pizza Celebrated Sports Milestones with Free Pizza
Limited-Time Value Menus
Krystal Launches a New $3 Menu And Krush'd Soda Upgrade