Food & Restaurant

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.

Kaia Bowls

Juice & SmoothieSpecialty Food-RestaurantHealthy-Natural Food-Restaurant

Serves acai bowls and nutritious health-conscious food options in a quick-service restaurant format. more ›

$163,498 Minimum InvestmentSince 2019

Kale Me Crazy

Juice & SmoothieHealthy-Natural Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Offers fresh, health-focused smoothies, juices, acai bowls, and wholesome food in a fast-casual setting. more ›

$321,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 2014

1 FDD available ›

Kangaroo Express

Fast Food & Take Out

Convenience store franchise offering fuel, snacks, beverages, and everyday essentials at retail locations. more ›

$268,500 Minimum Investment110 UnitsSince 1951

3 FDDs available ›

Karie Anne's Frozen Desserts

Ice Cream & YogurtSpecialty Food-Restaurant

Offers signature Gelati desserts combining layered Italian ice and creamy custard through mobile and seasonal franchise locations. more ›

$16,500 Minimum Investment

Katsu Bar

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantSpecialty Food-RestaurantEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Japanese katsu cuisine restaurant offering fresh-daily food in an elegant yet casual dining environment. more ›

$268,000 Minimum Investment

Ked's Ice Cream, Waffles & Crepes

Ice Cream & YogurtSpecialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Premium dessert concept serving handcrafted ice cream, waffles, crepes, boba tea, and kulfis. more ›

$150,000 Minimum Investment

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantSpecialty Food-RestaurantHealthy-Natural Food-Restaurant

A daytime dining cafe specializing in fresh breakfast, brunch, and lunch favorites served until mid-afternoon. more ›

$638,425 Minimum Investment82 UnitsSince 2006

4 FDDs available ›

Kelseys Original Roadhouse

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantSpecialty Food-Restaurant

Casual dining roadhouse restaurant offering a broad menu of comfort food, burgers, and drinks. more ›

124 UnitsSince 1978

Kernels Popcorn

Candy Popcorn & Snack

Specialty retail popcorn brand offering freshly made popcorn in a wide variety of flavours. more ›

65 UnitsSince 1983

Kettlemans Bagel

Donut Bagel & BakerySpecialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Authentic Montreal-style bagels baked in a wood-fired oven, served fresh in a community-focused bakery setting. more ›

6 UnitsSince 1993

KFC

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantFast Food & Take OutEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Quick-service fried chicken restaurant chain serving Original Recipe chicken and family meals. more ›

$1,207,575 Minimum Investment30,000 UnitsSince 1952

20 FDDs available ›Analysis report

Killer Burger

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantFast Food & Take OutBurgers & Bar-B-Q

Fast-casual burger concept offering bold, creative burgers voted best in Portland & Vancouver. more ›

$461,500 Minimum Investment24 UnitsSince 2010

1 FDD available ›

Kilwins

Candy Popcorn & SnackIce Cream & YogurtSpecialty Food-Restaurant

Gourmet chocolate, fudge, ice cream, and confections retailer using proprietary recipes made in Michigan. more ›

$405,045 Minimum Investment187 UnitsSince 1947

11 FDDs available ›

King Pie

Specialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Savory pie quick-service franchise selling freshly baked pies across South Africa. more ›

300 UnitsSince 1993

Kinya

Specialty BeverageFull Service & Sit Down RestaurantSpecialty Food-RestaurantEthnic-Cultural Food-RestaurantWine Beer & Alcohol

Japanese ramen bar and sushi restaurant featuring authentic ramen, sushi, and specialty cocktails with a gold-themed experience. more ›

$388,700 Minimum Investment4 UnitsSince 2017

2 FDDs available ›

Kisses from Italy

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantFast Food & Take OutEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Italian-inspired fast casual restaurant serving authentic pasta, paninis, and traditional Italian street food. more ›

$183,900 Minimum InvestmentSince 2020

Kitchen Guard

Specialty Food-Restaurant

Provides commercial kitchen exhaust hood cleaning, filter exchange, and maintenance services to restaurants and food venues. more ›

$210,486 Minimum Investment38 UnitsSince 2009

4 FDDs available ›

Knuckies Hoagies

Specialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take OutSub & Sandwich

Fast-casual hoagie and sandwich concept serving hoagies, cheesesteaks, pressed Cubans, salads, and soups. more ›

Since 2019

Koibito Pokē

Specialty Food-RestaurantHealthy-Natural Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Health-focused poke bowl restaurant offering fresh, customizable bowls with natural, functional ingredients. more ›

$273,300 Minimum Investment6 UnitsSince 2019

2 FDDs available ›

Kokee Tea

Specialty BeverageCoffeeSpecialty Food-Restaurant

Bubble tea cafe offering milk teas, fruit teas, cold cloud drinks, and specialty beverages made with all-natural ingredients. more ›

$49,385 Minimum InvestmentSince 2018

Kolache Factory

Donut Bagel & BakerySpecialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Quick-service breakfast bakery-cafe specializing in kolaches and complementary breakfast and lunch items. more ›

$403,330 Minimum Investment57 UnitsSince 1982

2 FDDs available ›

Kolache Shoppe

Donut Bagel & BakerySpecialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Specialty bakery cafe serving kolaches and complementary breakfast and snack items. more ›

Kona Ice

Specialty BeverageSpecialty Food-Restaurant

Mobile shaved ice franchise serving flavored frozen treats at events and communities across the U.S. more ›

$114,730 Minimum Investment1,933 UnitsSince 2007

12 FDDs available ›

Konala

Specialty Food-RestaurantHealthy-Natural Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Healthy fast-food concept serving protein bowls, salads, sides, and beverages for health-conscious customers. more ›

$567,000 Minimum Investment3 UnitsSince 2024

1 FDD available ›

KongDog

Specialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Quick-service restaurant concept specializing in gourmet hot dogs and related food offerings. more ›

$162,750 Minimum Investment34 UnitsSince 2019

2 FDDs available ›

Kono Pizza

PizzaSpecialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Mobile pizza cone concept offering freshly baked pizza served in a cone format for on-the-go dining. more ›

$90,000 Minimum Investment

3 FDDs available ›

Koya Japan

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantFast Food & Take OutEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Premium Japanese Teppan-style quick-service restaurant featuring fresh, high-quality ingredients. more ›

Since 1985

Kpot

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantSpecialty Food-RestaurantBurgers & Bar-B-QEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Interactive Korean BBQ and Hot Pot dining where guests grill meats and simmer broth at the table. more ›

$733,200 Minimum InvestmentSince 2016

4 FDDs available ›

Krak Boba

Specialty BeverageCoffeeSpecialty Food-Restaurant

Boba tea shop serving milk teas, fruit teas, smoothies, and coffee with a unique brand identity. more ›

$275,348 Minimum Investment7 UnitsSince 2018

2 FDDs available ›

Krave It

PizzaSpecialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take OutSub & Sandwich

Pizza, sandwiches, and specialty food restaurant franchise based in Bayside, Queens, NY. more ›

$192,000 Minimum Investment5 UnitsSince 2015

Krieger's Pub & Grill

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantSpecialty Food-Restaurant

Casual pub and grill concept serving American cuisine with a sports bar atmosphere. more ›

9 UnitsSince 1991

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

CoffeeDonut Bagel & BakerySpecialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Specialty doughnut brand offering fresh-made doughnuts, coffee, and sweet treats via shops and wide retail distribution. more ›

$622,500 Minimum Investment368 UnitsSince 1937

8 FDDs available ›

Krystal

Fast Food & Take OutBurgers & Bar-B-Q

Fast-food chain specializing in small, square hamburgers and classic Southern-style quick-service menu items. more ›

105 UnitsSince 1932

Ku Cha House of Tea

Specialty BeverageSpecialty Food-Restaurant

Specialty loose leaf tea retailer selling teas, tea-ware, and freshly brewed tea drinks. more ›

Since 2005

Kudo Society

Specialty BeverageSpecialty Food-Restaurant

Café concept specializing in waffles, mochi waffles, and specialty beverages made fresh in-house. more ›

Kuma's Corner

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantBurgers & Bar-B-QCateringWine Beer & Alcohol

Award-winning heavy-metal-themed burger bar serving scratch-made gourmet burgers, craft beers, and spirits. more ›

$536,400 Minimum Investment3 UnitsSince 2005

1 FDD available ›

Kung Fu Tea

Specialty BeverageSpecialty Food-RestaurantHealthy-Natural Food-Restaurant

Bubble tea franchise offering freshly made teas, smoothies, and specialty drinks with customizable options. more ›

$169,000 Minimum Investment440 UnitsSince 2010

13 FDDs available ›Analysis report

Kwench Juice Cafe

Juice & SmoothieHealthy-Natural Food-Restaurant

Fresh juice bar offering made-to-order juices, smoothies, acai bowls, and pitaya bowls using local and organic ingredients. more ›

$108,000 Minimum Investment16 UnitsSince 2017

2 FDDs available ›

Kyochon

Specialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take OutEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Korean fried chicken restaurant franchise known for authentic, crispy chicken with signature sauces. more ›

$2,467,500 Minimum Investment1,361 UnitsSince 1991

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantFast Food & Take OutEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Hawaiian-style plate lunch restaurant serving grilled meats, rice, and macaroni salad with an aloha spirit. more ›

$252,450 Minimum Investment229 UnitsSince 1991

1 FDD available ›

La Brasa Grill

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantFast Food & Take OutEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Fast-casual Latin grill serving bold, authentic flavors with fresh, natural ingredients and homemade-style recipes. more ›

15 UnitsSince 2005

La Carnita Stash House

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantSpecialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Quick-serve restaurant concept offering tacos, soft-serve ice cream, beverages, and specialty food items. more ›

$500,000 Minimum Investment

LA Crab Shack

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantSpecialty Food-RestaurantEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Cajun seafood boil restaurant offering fresh seafood with proprietary scratch-made sauces and dry rubs. more ›

Since 2013

LA Crawfish

Specialty Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take OutEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Vietnamese Cajun crawfish quick service restaurant specializing in boiled seafood and bold flavors. more ›

$262,500 Minimum Investment

1 FDD available ›

La Diperie

Candy Popcorn & SnackIce Cream & YogurtSpecialty Food-Restaurant

Offers customizable dipped ice cream treats with Belgian chocolate and 20+ topping choices. more ›

$162,700 Minimum Investment2 UnitsSince 2001

2 FDDs available ›

La Granja

Full Service & Sit Down RestaurantFast Food & Take OutEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Fast casual Peruvian rotisserie chicken, steak, and seafood restaurant chain serving Latin-inspired cuisine. more ›

50 UnitsSince 1993

La Madeleine French Bakery & Cafe

Specialty BeverageFull Service & Sit Down RestaurantDonut Bagel & BakerySpecialty Food-Restaurant

French bakery and café offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a warm, welcoming European-inspired setting. more ›

$488,250 Minimum Investment86 UnitsSince 1983

10 FDDs available ›

La Porchetta

PizzaFull Service & Sit Down RestaurantEthnic-Cultural Food-Restaurant

Full-service Italian restaurant offering pizza, pasta, and traditional Italian cuisine in a family dining setting. more ›

91 UnitsSince 1985

La Rosa Chicken & Grill

Specialty Food-RestaurantHealthy-Natural Food-RestaurantFast Food & Take Out

Fast-casual restaurant serving made-from-scratch grilled and crispy chicken meals, wraps, and sandwiches. more ›

$273,800 Minimum Investment12 UnitsSince 1994