TOP FOOD & RESTAURANT FRANCHISESWEEK OF NOVEMBER 9, 2025

Presented by: International Franchise Professionals Group

Top 10 Food & Restaurant Franchises

When it comes to franchising, you may first think about food and restaurants because some of the most popular franchises are fast-food restaurants. There are over one million restaurants in the U.S. alone. Owning a restaurant franchise allows you to become an integral part of your community. Many fast-food franchises are also now using food delivery services, like Grubhub and UberEats. 
Since there is so much competition, many franchised restaurants have distinguished themselves by offering healthier food and drink options and providing exceptional service. You also don’t need to have prior restaurant ownership experience, as you will learn everything you need to know from the franchisor.

Here are the top food & restaurant franchises for week ending November 9, 2025. The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our portal to identify which food & restaurant franchises had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. We use our ranking system to help identify new and upcoming franchise systems. This ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy, it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.

SmartMarket Solutions Logo

#1 RANKED FRANCHISE

SmartMarket Solutions

The perfect alternative to traditional franchises - franchise level support but without royalties or any other ongoing fees. SmartMarket... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

Pure Green Logo

#2 RANKED FRANCHISE

Pure Green

Pure Green is one of the fastest-growing juice bar franchise in the United States with core products that are handcrafted and made-to-order... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $50,000 - $100,000

Alsies Logo

#3 RANKED FRANCHISE

Alsies

Alsies redefines the ice cream truck industry with a mobile, technology-driven franchise offering real-time tracking, on-demand visits, and a... learn more

Number of Units LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

Taste Buds Kitchen Logo

#4 RANKED FRANCHISE

Taste Buds Kitchen

Taste Buds Kitchen, a unique and sought-after franchise, transforms into a kids' kitchen by day and an adult BYOB kitchen by night, providing... learn more

Number of Units LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

Sourdough & Co. Logo

#5 RANKED FRANCHISE

Sourdough & Co.

Sourdough & Co redefines fast-casual dining with premium, preservative-free, low-gluten offerings, combining exceptional quality with a... learn more

Number of Units 50-100 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

Project LeanNation Logo

#6 RANKED FRANCHISE

Project LeanNation

Project LeanNation is the only nationally franchised retail model offering ready-to-eat, dietitian-approved meals with centralized... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

Naturals2Go Logo

#7 RANKED FRANCHISE

Naturals2Go

A Turn Key program offering Healthy Snacks and Beverages utilizing the latest technology in automated retail - Better know as vending. We offer... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $25,000 - $50,000

Kitchen Guard Logo

#8 RANKED FRANCHISE

Kitchen Guard

KitchenGuard Services, an emerging brand in commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning, plans to revolutionize the highly fragmented market with a... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required $50,000 - $100,000

Le Macaron Logo

#9 RANKED FRANCHISE

Le Macaron

Le Macaron French Pastries is family owned and operated, and revolutionizing the retail bakery sector by offering an elegant French pâtisserie... learn more

Number of Units 50-100 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

MilkShake Factory Logo

#10 RANKED FRANCHISE

MilkShake Factory

The MilkShake Factory® is?a?premium dessert destination, serving up handspun milkshakes made with housemade ice cream, as well as heritage... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

The Complete List

Below is the full list of top food & restaurant franchises for week ending November 9, 2025.

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Rank Franchise Name Cash Required Number of Units  
1 SmartMarket Solutions $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
2 Pure Green $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
3 Alsies $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
4 Taste Buds Kitchen $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
5 Sourdough & Co. $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
6 Project LeanNation $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
7 Naturals2Go $25,000 - $50,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
8 Kitchen Guard $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
9 Le Macaron $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
10 MilkShake Factory $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
11 Southern Steer Butcher $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
12 Frios Gourmet Pops $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
13 Heart to Home Meals $25,000 - $50,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
14 Ziggi's Coffee $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
15 Toastique $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
16 Teriyaki Madness $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
17 Graze Craze $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
18 Cascadia Pizza Co. More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
19 Hard Bean Coffee $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
20 Rosati's Pizza $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
21 Boba CuCue $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
22 The Fresh Monkee $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
23 Naz's Halal Foods More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
24 Gong cha Americas More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
25 Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
26 The Peach Cobbler Factory $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
27 Links Golf Cafe More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
28 Philly Pretzel Factory $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
29 Doner Haus More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
30 Rush Bowls $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
31 The Real Food Academy $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
32 Sculpture Hospitality $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
33 Vitality Bowls $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
34 Movita Juice Bar $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
35 River Street Sweets More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
36 ThirsTea $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
37 The Great Greek Grill $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
38 Taco Rico More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
39 TeaCupFuls $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
40 Lazydaze Coffeeshop & CBD/Cannabis $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
41 Mariam Coffee $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
42 Saladworks $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
43 Apple Spice Box Lunch Delivery & Catering $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
44 MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
45 American Kolache $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
46 Mahana Fresh $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
47 Waffletto More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
48 Paisano's Pizza $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
49 Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
50 Frutta Bowls $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
51 Corporate Caterers $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
52 Ori'Zaba's Scratch Mexican Grill $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
53 Harlem Shake More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
54 Beef A Roo $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
55 Blackjack Pizza and Salads $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
56 Barrel House More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
57 Go! Go! Curry! $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
58 Bang Cookies Co. $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
59 Orlando Cat Cafe $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
60 Totally Nutz $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
61 Saucy Asian $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
62 Manny's Neighborhood Grille $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
63 Bud's Place More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
64 Verve Taco $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
65 Krave It $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
66 East Coast Wings + Grill $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
67 The Hummus Republic $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
68 Azuquita $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
69 Pocket Deli $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
70 Village Juice Company More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
71 Freshzza $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
72 PERU MIX USA More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
73 Native Grill and Wings More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
74 Frozen Vibes: Daiquiri Bar 2 GO $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
75 LemonShark Poke $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
76 Bee & Tea $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
77 Puffles $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
78 Smart Drinks Less than $25,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
79 GreaseBusters $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
80 Big Town Hero $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
81 Italian Delight Pizzeria $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
82 WING IT ON $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
83 Dine In 2Nite $25,000 - $50,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
84 Locali / Localita & The Badasserie More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
85 Sweetberry Bowls $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
86 Chino-Mex $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
87 Hoppin' More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
88 Gyro Shack More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
89 Chick'nCone $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
90 Wing Zone $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
91 Erbert and Gerberts Subs and Clubs $25,000 - $50,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
92 Acai Express $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
93 Slice Factory $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
94 BGR The Burger Joint More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
95 GW Gyro & Wings $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
96 Cheba Hut More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
97 Vocelli Pizza $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
98 Apple Spice Box Lunch Delivery & Catering Company - OLD $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
99 LaRosa Chicken and Grill $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
100 Chocolate Works More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise

The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) is an internationally recognized membership-based franchise organization. IFPG Franchise Consultants guide aspiring business owners through the process of identifying and investing in franchise businesses. The IFPG represents more than 550 franchises. We do not represent all franchises listed here. By clicking on "Request a Consultation," you are agreeing to be contacted by one of our Certified Franchise Consultants to discuss franchise ownership.

About our rankings: The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our membership portal to identify which franchises had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. Our ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.