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Old-School QSR Menus

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Charleys Brought Back its Old School Cheesesteak and Old School Fries

— August 13, 2022 — Business
Charleys Cheesesteaks, the Columbus, Ohio-based quick-service restaurant, announced the return of two of its in-demand menu items, the 'Old School Cheesesteak' and 'Old School Fries.'

The Old School Cheesesteak places its emphasis on the traditional cheesesteak formula, that is to say that it includes steak, melted cheese, and sauteed onions. Additional ingredients include the option of substituting chicken instead of steak, or adding an additional hot pepper relish, adding a spicy twist on the classic sandwich. On top of this, customers are eligible to add either extra steak or extra cheese with each order.

The Old School Fries is a large plate-style order of fries topped with chopped steak, melted cheese, and sauteed onions, essentially the same ingredients list as the cheesesteak sandwich. Customers who order the Old School Fries also have the option of adding extra steak, extra cheese, or a hot pepper relish.

Image Credit: Charleys
Trend Themes
1. Classic Menu Revival - The return of classic menu items offers opportunities for QSRs to appeal to nostalgic customers and capitalize on the trend of comfort food.
2. Customization Options - Providing customers the choice to add extra ingredients or make substitutions in classic menu items allows QSRs to appeal to a wider range of tastes and preferences.
3. Spicy Twists on Classics - Adding hot pepper relish or other spicy ingredients to classic menu items presents an opportunity for QSRs to tap into the trend of spicy foods and attract customers seeking new flavor experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Quick-service Restaurants (qsrs) - The QSR industry can capitalize on classic menu nostalgia and appeal to a wide range of tastes and preferences through customization options to attract and retain customers.
2. Comfort Food Industry - The comfort food industry can take advantage of the classic menu revival trend by updating traditional recipes and presenting them in unique ways to appeal to the modern consumer.
3. Spicy Food Industry - The spicy food industry can collaborate with QSRs to offer a range of hot sauce and spicy ingredient options for classic menu items, tapping into the growing trend of spicy food lovers.
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