Food & Restaurant franchises represent the largest segment of the franchise industry. From fast food and coffee shops to full-service dining, pizza, wings, and healthy eating concepts, these franchises benefit from daily consumer demand, strong brand recognition, and proven operating systems.
Casual dining restaurants serving fresh breakfast, brunch, and lunch daily with alcoholic beverages and catering. more ›
$1,058,000 Minimum Investment42 UnitsSince 2010
Fast-casual sandwich concept serving creative, flavor-forward sandwiches across California and Arizona locations. more ›
$154,500 Minimum Investment
Handcrafted cookie and cupcake bakery using fresh, high-quality ingredients made from scratch. more ›
$232,500 Minimum Investment
Serves Nathan's Original All Beef Hot Dogs with over 40 fresh toppings and housemade chili in a casual setting. more ›
$62,000 Minimum Investment
Casual dining restaurant featuring a waffle-inspired menu made with fresh, scratch-kitchen farm-to-fork ingredients. more ›
$316,750 Minimum Investment2 UnitsSince 2014
Gourmet, over-the-top milkshake bar serving Instagram-worthy specialty shakes and desserts. more ›
$281,975 Minimum Investment28 Units
Mobile wood-fired pizza concept offering organic pies and slices at events and festivals. more ›
$74,000 Minimum Investment8 UnitsSince 2024
Handcrafted boba tea, slushies, iced tea, and specialty drinks served from storefront cafés. more ›
$177,600 Minimum Investment2 UnitsSince 2019
Family-friendly casual seafood sports bar and grill offering fresh seafood dishes and beverages. more ›
Since 1994
Southern comfort food restaurant serving BBQ, seafood, and homestyle cooking in a casual setting. more ›
$770,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 1983
Retail pet bakery offering freshly baked treats, cakes, and gourmet goods for dogs. more ›
$181,087 Minimum Investment43 UnitsSince 1990
Retro-style breakfast and lunch diner known for classic comfort food in an urban neighborhood setting. more ›
$176,300 Minimum InvestmentSince 1984
BBQ restaurant franchise serving smoked meats, ribs, and classic barbecue dishes with catering services. more ›
Family- and dog-friendly craft brewery and restaurant serving small-batch beer, coffee, and Lowcountry cuisine. more ›
$163,498 Minimum Investment2 UnitsSince 2019
Artisan gelato and chocolate dessert cafe franchise offering American-inspired frozen treats in a warm, inviting atmosphere. more ›
$318,200 Minimum InvestmentSince 2019
Offers Indian tiffin-style meals through restaurant or cloud kitchen franchise model. more ›
Specialty bubble tea brand offering brown sugar milk tea and creative tea-based drinks. more ›
$304,500 Minimum Investment
Fast casual Tex-Mex restaurant chain known for fresh burritos, tacos, and a signature hot sauce bar. more ›
$490,050 Minimum Investment124 UnitsSince 1995
Mexican-themed bar and grill franchise offering full-service dining with bar, patio, and display kitchen. more ›
Mobile beach-themed truck serving shaved ice and ice cream with self-serve fruit syrup options. more ›
$173,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 2012
Fast-casual Indian cuisine restaurant offering tikka dishes, catering, and party platters. more ›
$498,500 Minimum Investment
A Celtic-themed sports pub and eatery offering food, beer, and a lively bar atmosphere. more ›
Since 2005
Hong Kong-style dim sum restaurant chain famed for Michelin recognition and handmade dishes. more ›
$3,195,009 Minimum Investment6 UnitsSince 2013
Quick-service coffee and baked goods restaurant known for coffee, donuts, sandwiches, and soups. more ›
$60,150 Minimum Investment693 UnitsSince 1984
Specialty retail wine market featuring handcrafted, small-production wines with personalized customer service. more ›
$40,000 Minimum Investment5 UnitsSince 1995
Wood-fired artisan pizza restaurant franchise serving made-from-scratch menu items in a warm neighborhood setting. more ›
$559,500 Minimum Investment6 UnitsSince 2022
24/7 Southern comfort food restaurant known for chicken biscuits, home-style meals, and catering services. more ›
$221,500 Minimum InvestmentSince 1978
Fresh-made gourmet grinder sandwiches using Boar's Head meats, freshly baked bread, and daily-sliced produce. more ›
3 Units
Fast-casual Asian restaurant concept offering a diverse menu of Asian-inspired dishes and flavors. more ›
$394,300 Minimum Investment11 UnitsSince 2003
Quick service seafood restaurant chain offering fresh fish dishes in a fast-casual dining format. more ›
11 Units
Specialty retailer of premium tobacco products, pipes, handcrafted cigars, and unique gifts. more ›
$118,675 Minimum InvestmentSince 2019
Casual-dining Mexican restaurant chain serving scratch-made food, margaritas, and tequila-based drinks. more ›
$488,800 Minimum Investment25 UnitsSince 1984
Boozy ice cream parlor offering alcohol-infused ice cream scoops and treats in a fun, adult-oriented environment. more ›
$223,680 Minimum InvestmentSince 2013
Taiwanese-inspired fried chicken restaurant chain serving crispy chicken and made-to-order beverages. more ›
$192,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 1974
Award-winning breakfast and brunch restaurant franchise with a proven business model and strong brand recognition. more ›
$238,300 Minimum Investment
West Coast-inspired premium sandwich shop using fresh artisan breads and high-quality hand-sliced meats. more ›
$216,100 Minimum InvestmentSince 1971
Fast-casual grilled cheese and sandwich restaurant concept made famous on Shark Tank. more ›
$305,200 Minimum Investment7 UnitsSince 2012
Specialty coffeehouse serving freshly roasted coffee, handcrafted beverages, and baked pastries. more ›
$370,400 Minimum Investment500 UnitsSince 1999
Italian restaurant serving handmade thin-crust and deep-dish pizza, pasta, sandwiches, and salads with dine-in and carryout. more ›
$145,200 Minimum Investment1 UnitSince 1993
Authentic Japanese full-service ramen restaurant specializing in Tokyo-style tonkotsu ramen with handcrafted broths. more ›
$1,396,000 Minimum Investment3 UnitsSince 1992
Fast casual Philly cheesesteak and sandwich concept using natural ribeye steak sourced directly from Midwest cattle farms. more ›
$170,000 Minimum Investment23 Units
Full-service casual dining restaurant chain specializing in signature BBQ ribs, steaks, and American fare. more ›
$250,000 Minimum Investment100 UnitsSince 1972
Coal-fired pizza restaurant offering dine-in service with fresh ingredients and full table service. more ›
$295,250 Minimum Investment2 Units
Quick-service restaurant specializing in roast beef sandwiches and wholesome, chef-driven fast food. more ›
3 UnitsSince 2014
Premium soft-serve ice cream served in sundaes, shakes, malts, and hand-rolled fresh waffle cones. more ›
$6,500 Minimum Investment12 Units
Late-night pizza delivery and carry-out concept offering bold, creative pizzas and sides. more ›
$124,100 Minimum Investment68 UnitsSince 1992
Offers customizable coastal seafood steam pots for dine-in and take-home, celebrating the tradition of seafood boils. more ›
$242,013 Minimum Investment10 UnitsSince 2017
A sandwich shop offering hand-sliced meats and freshly made sandwiches with regional flavors. more ›
$156,800 Minimum Investment3 UnitsSince 2015
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