Eatery Pulse Team 
Taco Bueno introduced a Quesadilla Burrrger, which is half burger, half quesadilla. The Dallas-based QSR added the limited-time offer, which should spice up sales, at participating locations.
Zaxby’s named Patrick Schwing chief marketing and strategy officer. Schwing, charged with overseeing the Zaxby’s brand experience, comes from Inspire Brands, where he was most recently serving as chief marketing officer for Arby’s. In addition, he held the role of president of the Franchise Association.
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar rolled out new All-American Mucho and Blue Bahama Mama cocktails as part of its $5 Star-Spangled Sips collection. These new drinks became part of the Mucho Cocktail line and will help customers celebrate as they prepare for the upcoming Independence Day holiday.
Nomoo New American Burgers has partnered with franchise-development firm Fransmart to ignite its franchising program. Operating within the $29.4B market for plant-based food, according to data cited by Fransmart, the meatless burger concept readies accelerated growth.
Taco Cabana will debut Carne Asada Street Tacos and add new Smothered Burritos, expanding its burrito line. In addition, it introduced a dessert and seasonal margarita.
Koibito Poké, known for its build-your-own Hawaiian poké bowls, will open a location in Las Vegas, Nevada. Spanning 1,200 square feet, the new Las Vegas Koibito Poké will offer indoor and outdoor seating and resemble the chain’s flagship locations in Arizona.
Smokey Bones launched lunchtime Bones Bowls, a collection of comfort mashup offerings. Served between the hours of 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the menu additions bring a filling set of options to the casual-dining chain’s menu.
Sonic Drive-In rolled out a Summer Snacking Menu that includes Totchos, Pickle Fries, the signature Sonic Corn Dog, and Ice Cream Floats. Customers can access the summertime selections exclusively on the Sonic App.
Wayback Burgers began featuring limited-time shakes, including a Sour Patch Kids Shake, and added Nashville Hot Chicken and The Works Dog, plus additional menu items. The Cheshire, Conn.-based restaurant chain will also host its Free Shake Day June 25.
The Counter launched new, limited-time summer specials, including a donut burger and donut shake. The Glaze of Glory Donut Burger is what one would imagine: a burger in between two glazed donuts. The Instagram-worthy Donut Kill My Vibe Shake comes with a glazed donut drizzled with chocolate on top.
