NewOperations & Management•March 20, 2026
The Economics of Going Small: Why QSR Chains Are Racing to Sub-2,000 Square Feet
Taco Bell's Go Mobile is 1,325 square feet. McDonald's is testing carryout-only boxes. Chipotle's Chipotlane format eliminates dining rooms. The industry's biggest bet isn't on new menu items. It's on smaller buildings.
QSR Pro Staff•9 min read