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TOP FOOD & RESTAURANT FRANCHISESWEEK OF JULY 13, 2025

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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 July 13, 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. Healthy YOU Vending... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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Sourdough & Co. Logo

#2 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

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Naturals2Go Healthy Snacks & Drinks Logo

#3 RANKED FRANCHISE

Naturals2Go Healthy Snacks & Drinks

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

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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

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Kitchen Guard Logo

#5 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 LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required $50,000 - $100,000

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Pure Green Logo

#6 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

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Alsies Logo

#7 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

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Frios Gourmet Pops Logo

#8 RANKED FRANCHISE

Frios Gourmet Pops

Frios is a Mobile, Alabama-based frozen dessert franchise specializing in hand-poured gourmet pops made with real fruit and ingredients, and a... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $50,000 - $100,000

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MilkShake Factory Logo

#9 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 LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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Cascadia Pizza Co. Logo

#10 RANKED FRANCHISE

Cascadia Pizza Co.

Cascadia Pizza Co. is a wood-fired, quick-service pizza concept that blends old-world cooking techniques with new-world flavors, offering both... learn more

Number of Units LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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The Complete List

Below is the full list of top food & restaurant franchises for week ending July 13, 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 Sourdough & Co. $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
3 Naturals2Go Healthy Snacks & Drinks $25,000 - $50,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
4 Taste Buds Kitchen $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
5 Kitchen Guard $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
6 Pure Green $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
7 Alsies $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
8 Frios Gourmet Pops $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
9 MilkShake Factory $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
10 Cascadia Pizza Co. More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
11 Project LeanNation $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
12 Southern Steer Butcher $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
13 Le Macaron $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
14 Rita's Italian Ice $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
15 The Fresh Monkee $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
16 Teriyaki Madness $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
17 Toastique $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
18 The Peach Cobbler Factory $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
19 Ziggi's Coffee $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
20 Bang Cookies Co. $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
21 Hard Bean Coffee $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
22 Sculpture Hospitality $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
23 Just Love Coffee Cafe $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
24 Graze Craze $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
25 Heart to Home Meals $25,000 - $50,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
26 The Real Food Academy $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
27 Vitality Bowls $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
28 Philly Pretzel Factory $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
29 Movita Juice Bar $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
30 Lazydaze Coffeeshop & CBD/Cannabis $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
31 Ella Cafe $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
32 Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
33 Rush Bowls $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
34 River Street Sweets More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
35 Boba CuCue $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
36 MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
37 TeaCupFuls $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
38 Corporate Caterers $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
39 Blackjack Pizza and Salads More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
40 Links Golf Cafe More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
41 Apple Spice Box Lunch Delivery & Catering $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
42 Doner Haus More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
43 The Great Greek Grill $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
44 Frutta Bowls $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
45 Saladworks $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
46 Mahana Fresh $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
47 American Kolache $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
48 Miami Grill More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
49 Beef A Roo $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
50 ThirsTea $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
51 Krave It $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
52 Paisano's Pizza $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
53 Barrel House More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
54 Go! Go! Curry! $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
55 Mariam Coffee $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
56 Orlando Cat Cafe $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
57 Ori'Zaba's Scratch Mexican Grill $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
58 Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
59 Epic Wings More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
60 Totally Nutz $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
61 Harlem Shake More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
62 Smokin' Oak Wood-Fired Pizza $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
63 Saucy Asian $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
64 Greenbelly More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
65 Bananas More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
66 Poke Burri $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
67 Baja Bistro Fresh Mex Grille $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
68 B Nutritious More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
69 Flour Power Cooking Studios $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
70 Ice Cream Emergency $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
71 Russo's New York Pizzeria $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
72 Sr. Ozzy's Tacos y Mariscos $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
73 Slice of the 80's Totally Awesome Pizza $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
74 Polar Roller $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
75 Smart Drinks Less than $25,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
76 East Coast Wings + Grill $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
77 Erbert and Gerberts Subs and Clubs $25,000 - $50,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
78 All American Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt Shops $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
79 Planet Grilled Cheese More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
80 Chuck's Hot Chicken $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
81 Pro Chef $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
82 Carolina Hemp Company $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
83 Grilled Cheese and Co. $25,000 - $50,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
84 Repicci's Real Italian $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
85 Pocket Deli $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
86 ArteVino Studio $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
87 Don Shula's American Kitchen More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
88 Pizzeria Halt $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
89 Nautical Bowls $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
90 Italian Delight Pizzeria $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
91 Sweets 4 Treats $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
92 Forever Yogurt $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
93 DriveKindness $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
94 GW Gyro & Wings $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
95 Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
96 Taste of Mediterranean $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
97 The Italian Place $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
98 Bohemian Bull More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
99 Kono Pizza $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
100 The Big Salad $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 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.

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