Fast-casual restaurants lean on loyalty programs to offset consumer pullback

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Fast-casual restaurants lean on loyalty programs to offset consumer pullback

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As some consumers pull back on spending amid economic uncertainty, fast-casual restaurant chains are leaning on rewards programs to pull them back in.
Loyalty programs, which offer discounts or added perks for returning customers, have transitioned from being a nice bonus for restaurants…

This story appeared on cnbc.com, 2025-07-05 15:06:40.862000.