New menu items — menu launches and LTOs
Every new menu items we have tracked at a US restaurant chain, newest first.
Key data
MenuLaunches has tracked 60 new menu items across 27 US restaurant chains, including Starbucks, 7-Eleven, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Shake Shack, Fogo de Chão.
- Launches
- 60
- Chains
- 27
Latest
Limited-time offerUntil Jan 5$5.00
7-Eleven · bibigo Spicy Chicken Dumplings
Bite-sized dumplings made with chicken, green onion, glass noodles, cabbage and soy sauce, sold as a 10-piece order.
Limited-time offerUntil Jan 5
7-Eleven · Johnsonville Korean Style BBQ Seasoned Sausage
A roller grill sausage made with fresh-cut, never-frozen pork blended with Korean BBQ flavor including brown sugar, onion, garlic, soy sauce and ginger.
ReturningUntil Nov 18
Chipotle Mexican Grill · Mesquite-Smoked Brisket
A limited-time meat option made with Responsibly Raised beef seasoned with smoked serrano and chipotle chili peppers, seared and mixed with a smoky sauce.
SeasonalEnded Oct 24
Shake Shack · Black Truffle Sauce Menu
An annual returning menu featuring Shake Shack's Black Truffle sauce paired with burgers, 'Shroom sandwiches, fries, and mac & cheese bites.
New permanentPermanent$45.00
Fogo de Chão · Protein Plates
A dinner plate featuring 8 to 10 ounces of a fire-roasted cut such as picanha, fraldinha, lamb picanha, double-cut pork chop or roasted chicken, served with unlimited access to the Market Table and Brazilian sides like pão de queijo, crispy polenta and caramelized bananas, for up to 85 grams of prot
Limited-time offerWhile supplies last
Logan's Roadhouse · Lemon Caper Fried Chicken
Hand-breaded chicken breast smothered in lemon caper sauce and served over mashed potatoes, with two sides.
Limited-time offerWhile supplies last
Logan's Roadhouse · Honey BBQ Pork Chops
Two 6-oz. pork chops glazed with Honey BBQ sauce and served over apple and corn compote, with two sides.
Limited-time offerWhile supplies last
Applebee's · Skillet lineup: cheesy chicken, shrimp chicken scampi, and garlic sirloin
A fourth-quarter skillet lineup featuring cheesy chicken, shrimp chicken scampi, and garlic sirloin options.
Limited-time offerWhile supplies last
Applebee's · Don Julio Poolio
A higher-priced beverage served in a bright blue inflatable pool, sold alongside the All You Can Eat promotion.
Limited-time offerWhile supplies last
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store · Rich DIY Hot Chocolate
Hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle, served with a variety of toppings guests can mix and match.
SeasonalUntil Nov 29$119.99
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store · Thanksgiving Heat & Serve Turkey Family Dinner
A complete meal including two oven-roasted turkey breasts, sweet potato casserole, green beans and mashed potatoes, served with cornbread dressing, gravy, cranberry relish, sweet rolls, pumpkin pie and pecan pie, feeding 8-10 people.
New permanentPermanent$10.00
Chili's Grill & Bar · Patrón Frozen lineup
A frozen margarita lineup made with Patrón tequila, developed after insights showed many margarita lovers prefer frozen options.
ReturningWhile supplies last$59.99
Popeyes · Cajun-Style Turkey
A fully cooked turkey marinated and seasoned with Popeyes' Cajun spices, requiring only thawing and reheating. Packaging includes gravy preparation instructions. Can be paired with sides like Homestyle Mac & Cheese and Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy.
New permanentPermanent
Noodles & Company · Ramen
Ramen is being made a permanent part of the menu.
Limited-time offerWhile supplies last$5.99
Denny's · Chicken in Salsa Verde Empanada
An empanada made with pulled chicken tossed in salsa verde, served with red salsa.
Limited-time offerWhile supplies last$5.99
Denny's · Beef Empanada
Empanada filled with seasoned beef made with tomatoes, onions, and Kalamata olives, served with salsa.
ReturningWhile supplies last
Chick-fil-A · Chicken Tortilla Soup
A returning soup made with chicken and tortilla, previously sold at Chick-fil-A.
ReturningWhile supplies last
Noodles & Company · Chili Garlic Ramen
A brothless ramen dish introduced last October as a limited-time offer, later credited with bringing in many new customers.
ReturningWhile supplies last
Taco Cabana · Chicken Poblano Double Crunch Pizza
Two layers of crunchy tortillas filled with refried beans and topped with Chicken Poblano, sour cream, shredded cheese and diced tomatoes.
New permanentPermanent$9.95
Noodles & Company · Gochujang Carbonara Ramen Noodles
Ramen dressed in a gochujang Parmesan carbonara sauce made with Korean chile-bean paste, bacon, napa and red cabbage, topped with grated Parmesan cheese, an Asian spice blend, and parsley.
New permanentPermanent$12.95
Noodles & Company · Sweet Sesame Steak Ramen Noodles
Ramen noodles sauteed with marinated steak, carrots, and red bell peppers, then finished with sesame seeds and cilantro.
New permanentPermanent$12.90
Noodles & Company · Spicy Korean Steak Ramen Noodles
A ramen twist on the longtime guest favorite Spicy Korean Steak Noodles, pairing ramen noodles with marinated steak, napa cabbage, red cabbage, and spinach in a sweet and spicy Korean-style gochujang barbecue sauce, topped with cucumber, scallions, and cilantro.
New permanentPermanent
Red Robin · Signature Grilled Chicken & Broccoli
Grilled chicken breast finished with a choice of ancho marinade, Whiskey River BBQ sauce, teriyaki glaze, or blackened seasoning, served with steamed broccoli.
Limited-time offerWhile supplies last
Panda Express · Cantonese BBQ Brisket
Slow-roasted, smoked brisket cut into bite-sized chunks and wok fried with Char Siu-style BBQ sauce, offered as a limited-time protein option available in combo meals or a la carte.
New permanentPermanent
Outback Steakhouse · Best Steaks Ever
A revamped steak lineup at Outback with a new steak seasoning, clamshell grills, and new cuts including a New York Strip, aimed at improving consistency and flavor.
Limited-time offerWhile supplies last$24.99
Red Lobster · Old Bay Seasoned Scampi
A shrimp flavor seasoned with Old Bay seasoning, added to Red Lobster's Endless Shrimp lineup which allows unlimited shrimp ordering with a side and Cheddar Bay Biscuits.
New permanentPermanent
Outback Steakhouse · York Strip
A new steakhouse classic cut at Outback Steakhouse balancing full-bodied flavor and tenderness, part of the new Best Steaks Ever lineup.
New permanentPermanent
Outback Steakhouse · Down Under Delmonico Ribeye
A thick-cut ribeye steak with substantial marbling and three distinct muscles, seasoned with a new blend and cooked on an open-flame char grill to create a caramelized exterior.
New permanentPermanent$6.00
Red Lobster · Fire & Tide Margarita
A seasonal margarita made with Cuervo Tradicional Blanco Tequila and Fireball Whisky, available during Happy Hour with an option to upsize for an additional charge.
Limited-time offerWhile supplies last$3.89
McDonald's · Vanilla Swirl with Coca-Cola
A drink combining Coca-Cola with vanilla flavoring and cold foam, also available as a Dirty Dr Pepper variant.
New permanentPermanent$3.89
McDonald's · Orange Dream with Fanta
A drink featuring orange-flavored Fanta with a cold foam topping, also available with Hi-C and vanilla flavoring.
SeasonalWhile supplies last
Dave & Buster's · Freak Show
A cocktail made with Crown Royal Whisky, vanilla, premium citrus sour and aromatic bitters, topped with a Freakshow Cabernet float and finished with a dried orange and vampire fangs.
SeasonalWhile supplies last
Dave & Buster's · Bad Medicine
A cocktail made with Midori, pineapple passion fruit and premium citrus sour, served with a cherry JELL-O shot syringe.
SeasonalWhile supplies last
Dave & Buster's · Possession
A cocktail made with Absolut Vodka, cherry, Sprite and premium citrus sour with shimmering luster dust, finished with a sugar rim, glowing ice cube and freeze-dried grape ice cream.
SeasonalWhile supplies last
Dave & Buster's · Cauldron Cream Soda
A non-alcoholic mocktail with an alcohol-free Halloween spin on a dirty soda made with Fanta Orange and vanilla, served in a marshmallow whip-lined glass.
SeasonalWhile supplies last
Jason's Deli · Beef Stew
A soup combining tender pot roast, potatoes, carrots, peas and a medley of garden vegetables in a rich, savory broth.
Test marketEnded Oct 11$0.00
McDonald's · Pickle Boost
A bottled pickle brine drink made from the juice of McDonald's pickles, distributed to runners and spectators during a marathon weekend in Chicago at select locations and along the race route.
Seasonal3 days left$10.00
TGI Fridays · Dracula's Kiss
A Dragon Fruit Margarita presented in a container styled as a 'blood bag', served as a Halloween-themed drink.
New permanentPermanent$2.00
7 Brew Coffee · Protein Boost
An add-on option giving guests 15g of protein added to any handcrafted drink on the 7 Brew menu, including coffee, energy drinks, soda, tea, lemonade, smoothies and shakes.
SeasonalWhile supplies last
Tim Hortons · TWIX and Treat Hot Chocolate
A hot chocolate made with Tim Hortons' hot cocoa, topped with whipped topping, chocolate drizzle, and crunchy TWIX pieces.
Seasonal12 days left
Buffalo Wild Wings · Vampirita
A Halloween-themed margarita made with Lunazul Blanco Tequila, triple sec, black cherry, lime sour, and fresh lime juice, served with a black salt rim and bat trinket.
Test marketWhile supplies last$6.00
Chipotle Mexican Grill · Margaritas
A pop-up tour bringing $6 Margaritas to one Chipotle restaurant each weekend in October, alongside Halloween décor and interactive experiences.
ReturningWhile supplies last
Olive Garden · Never-Ending Pasta Pass
A pass allowing unlimited pasta access, brought back after a six-year absence from the market.
Test marketWhile supplies last
Olive Garden · Calabrian Steak & Shrimp Bucatini
A protein-forward dinner dish combining steak and shrimp with bucatini pasta, part of Olive Garden's testing of more protein-forward dinner items.