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Burger Price Inflation Slows in 2025 as Operators Balance Rising Costs
Burger menu prices have seen a notable increase in recent years, albeit at a slower pace compared to the rising cost of beef. This disparity underscores the pricing challenges restaurant operators face, as they strive to balance attracting customers and maintaining profitability. Burgers continue to be a critical price benchmark for diners, owing to their high visibility in the foodservice industry.
According to Datassential's Burger Price Index, there has been an approximate 14% increase in burger menu prices since January 2023...
Datassential Lists Chick-fil-A as America's Favorite Chain Restaurant
On June 12, 2025, food and beverage intelligence platform Datassential announced the winners of the first-ever Datassential 500 Awards, showcasing the most dynamic foodservice brands in the United States. Notable winners include Chick-fil-A (favorite chain), Crumbl (most unique restaurant menu), and CAVA (best healthy chain).
Founded in 2001, Datassential has been providing food and beverage brands with intelligence tools and consumer insights for more than two decades, including quintessential companies like Starbucks, General Mills, Land O' Lakes, Pepsi, Burger King, and Target...
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