With fans ranging from David Cameron to Jay-Z, it’s clear that Nando’s is a modern British institution. Popular with every kind of diner, the restaurant has nearly 300 restaurants across the UK and has just begun its expansion into North America. What’s the appeal of going for a ‘cheeky Nando’s’?

News that McDonald’s profits fell 21% in Q4 2015 highlighted how the brand had lost touch with consumers. Trials in Australia and the Netherlands aim to make the brand relevant again, but can customisable menus and more comfortable restaurants bring people back through the golden arches?

What do you expect from your experience when you head into a McDonald’s? Outrageously long queues? Check. Outrageously low prices? Check. Table service? Wait, what? That’s exactly what German customers can now expect, as the chain attempts to win hearts and stomachs in one of its weakest markets.

Traditional casual restaurants are fighting a losing battle against the force of fast casual dining. In a bid to defend it, new technologies are streamlining the experience – from easier ordering to speedier servers. Can tabletop ordering prove a hit with restaurants and customers alike?