Key Expansion Insights

• Several multi unit operators increased locations significantly
• Fast casual concepts continue expanding across multiple states
• Franchise models continue driving growth among emerging brands
• Smaller concepts adding 2+ units show early scaling momentum
• Repeat growers demonstrate sustained expansion activity

Growing restaurant chains and multi unit operators continue expanding across multiple U.S. markets. Tracking expanding restaurant brands provides insight into which concepts are gaining traction and where new locations may emerge. Multi unit restaurant growth often signals strong operational performance, franchise demand, and consumer adoption across regions.

Companies analyzing restaurant leads and foodservice leads frequently monitor growing restaurant concepts to identify expansion opportunities, partnership potential, and emerging competitors within specific cuisine segments.

Companies analyzing restaurant leads and foodservice leads often monitor multi unit restaurant growth to identify emerging restaurant concepts and operators gaining traction across cuisine categories and service formats.

Growing Concepts of Multi Unit Operators

The following restaurant concepts have demonstrated measurable unit growth, indicating continued expansion momentum across multiple markets.

Syracuse, NY-based CORELIFE EATERY (founded 2015) has increased by 22 units, from 41 to 63 (54% growth). These fast-casual vegetarian restaurants are open for lunch and dinner, with a $6–$15+ per person price range. Seating is for about 50 and catering is available. Trading areas are IL, IN, KY, MI, NC, NY, OH, PA, TN, and UT. Franchising is available.

Aliso Viejo, CA-based CHRONIC TACOS (founded 2002) has increased by 4 units, from 58 to 62 (7% growth). These fast-casual Mexican restaurants are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a $4–$12+ per person range. Beer and wine are served and seating is for about 30. Catering, online ordering, and drive-thru services are available. Locations are franchised and trade in AB, AL, AZ, BC, CA, FL, GA, HI, NC, NV, UT, and WA.

Menomonee Falls, WI-based COUSINS SUBS (founded 1972) has increased by 11 units, from 88 to 99 (13% growth) and entered into IL and IN. These quick-serve sandwich restaurants are open for lunch and dinner, with a $4–$12+ per person price range. Seating is for about 20. Catering, online ordering, and drive-thru options are available. Stores are franchised and located in IL, IN, and WI.

Emerging and Re-emerging Concepts

Smaller restaurant brands expanding beyond early locations often represent early-stage growth opportunities for suppliers and service providers.

Concepts with 20 units or less who grew by at least 2 units.

Portland, OR-based KILLER BURGER (founded 2010) has increased by 2 units, from 9 to 11 (22% growth). This fast-casual concept is open for lunch and dinner, with a $6–$15+ per person price range. Beer and wine are served and seating is for about 60. Locations are franchised and trade in OR and WA.

Repeat Growers

Restaurant brands demonstrating repeated expansion activity over multiple periods often indicate sustained operational performance and franchise development strength.

Concepts previously written about in the past 18 months.

Grapevine, TX-based COTTON PATCH CAFE (founded 1989) has increased by 1 unit, from 55 to 56 (2% growth). This family/casual restaurant serves American cuisine, open for lunch and dinner. Per person check average is $6–$15+, serving beer and wine. Seating is for about 100. Catering and online ordering options are available. Trading areas are AR, NM, OK, and TX. We last featured this concept on 12/18/18 (4% growth).

Yorba Linda, CA-based CREAMISTRY (founded 2013) has increased by 7 units, from 64 to 71 (11% growth). This quick-serve ice cream shop is open for lunch and dinner hours, with a $4–$12+ per person price range. Seating is for about 40 and catering is available. Stores are franchised and trade in AZ, CA, GA, LA, NV, NY, and TX. We last wrote about this company on 12/11/18 (49% growth).

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Growing restaurant chains and multi unit operators continue expanding across regional markets, signaling sustained demand for scalable restaurant concepts. Tracking expanding restaurant brands provides insight into which concepts are successfully replicating their business models and entering new trade areas.

Key Expansion Insights

• Multi unit operators continue expanding across regional markets
• Fast casual and quick serve concepts remain active growth segments
• Emerging brands adding 2+ locations show early scaling momentum
• Franchise concepts continue expanding across multiple states
• Repeat growers demonstrate sustained expansion activity

Multi unit restaurant growth often indicates strong operational performance, franchise demand, and favorable market positioning. Companies analyzing restaurant leads and foodservice leads frequently monitor growing restaurant concepts to identify expansion opportunities and emerging competitors within specific cuisine and service segments.

Growing Concepts of Multi Unit Operators

The following restaurant concepts have demonstrated measurable unit growth, indicating continued expansion momentum across multiple markets.

Boise, ID-based BITTERCREEK ALEHOUSE (founded 2002) has added a new concept called Diablo & Son\’s (1). Other company concepts are Bittercreek Alehouse (1) and Red Feather Lounge/ Cellar (1). Overall company increase was from 2 to 3 (50% company growth). These family/casual bar and grill concepts are open for lunch and dinner, with an $8-$20+ per person check average. The restaurants have seating for about 200, with private party facilities. All the locations are in ID.

California-based DISH N DASH RESTAURANT (founded 2001) has increased by 1 unit for the Dish N Dash concept, from 3 to 4 (33% concept growth). The company also operates a 2-unit concept called Dishdash (2). Overall company increase was from 5 to 6 (20% company growth). These fast casual Middle Eastern concepts are open for lunch and dinner, with an $8-$20+ per person price range. Beer and wine are served and average seating is for about 60. Catering and online ordering options are available. All locations are in CA.

Florida-based IL PRIMO PIZZA & WINGS (founded 1983) has increased by 1 unit, from 6 to 7 (17% growth). The restaurants are family/casual, open for lunch and dinner, with a $6-$15+ per person check average. Beer and wine are served. Seating is for about 100. Catering is available. All the restaurants are in FL.

Emerging and Re-emerging Concepts

Smaller restaurant brands adding multiple units often represent early-stage growth opportunities and may indicate increasing franchise or corporate expansion activity.

Concepts with 20 units or less who grew by at least 2 units.

Oakland, CA-based JJ FISH & CHICKEN (founded 1982) has increased by 3 units, from 6 to 9 (50% growth). The restaurants are quick serve, open for lunch and dinner, with a $6-$15+ per person price range. Seating is for about 40. All the restaurants trade in CA.

Austin, TX-based KERBEY LANE CAFE (founded 1980) has increased by 2 units, from 7 to 9 (29% growth). This family/casual concept serves American cuisine, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Per person check average is $8-$20+, with full bar service. Average unit has seating for about 100. Catering and banquet services are available. All the locations are in TX.

Repeat Growers

Concepts showing repeated growth over time often demonstrate stable operational models and sustained expansion strategies.

Concepts previously written about in the past 18 months.

Hillsboro, OR-based BLACK ROCK COFFEE BAR (founded 2008) has increased by 9 units, from 52 to 61 (17% growth). This quick serve coffee shop is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner hours, with a $4-$12+ per person price range. Online ordering and drive-thru service are available. Stores are franchised and trade in AZ, CA, ID, OR and WA. We last wrote about this concept on 7/24/18 (24% growth).

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Growing restaurant chains and multi unit operators often signal sustained expansion momentum across regional markets. Companies using structured restaurant leads and foodservice leads data frequently monitor expanding restaurant brands to identify franchise growth activity, emerging restaurant concepts, and operators successfully scaling their business models across multiple locations.

Expanding restaurant brands and multi unit operators continue demonstrating growth across regional markets. Tracking growing restaurant chains provides insight into which concepts are successfully scaling operations and entering new trade areas.

Key Expansion Insights

• Several multi unit operators increased unit counts across multiple markets
• Fast casual concepts continue to show expansion momentum
• Smaller brands adding multiple units indicate early-stage scaling potential
• Franchise models continue driving multi-state expansion
• Repeat growers demonstrate sustained brand expansion activity

Multi unit restaurant growth often signals strong unit economics, franchise demand, and increasing consumer adoption. Companies monitoring restaurant leads and foodservice leads frequently analyze expanding restaurant concepts to identify brands gaining traction and emerging competitors within specific cuisine segments.

Growing Concepts of Multi Unit Operators

The following restaurant concepts have demonstrated measurable unit growth, indicating continued expansion momentum across multiple markets.

North Vancouver, BC-based BEAN AROUND THE WORLD COFFEES (founded 1990) has increased by 6 units, from 21 to 27 (29% growth). This quick-serve coffee shop is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner hours, with a $4–$12+ per person price range. Shops have limited seating. All the locations are in BC.

Blue Island, IL-based BEGGAR’S PIZZA (founded 1976) has increased by 3 units, from 23 to 26 (13% growth). This family/casual pizzeria is open for lunch and dinner, with a $6–$15+ per person check average. Beer is served. Average unit seats about 100. Online ordering, delivery, catering, and private party services are available. Locations are franchised and trade in IL and IN.

Columbus, OH-based BIBIBOP ASIAN GRILL (founded 2013) has increased by 13 units, from 30 to 43 (43% growth). The concept is fast casual, open for lunch and dinner, with a $6–$15+ per person price range. Seating is for about 30. Catering and online ordering options are available. Stores are franchised and trade in CA, DC, IL, MD, and OH. Bibibop is a subsidiary of Charleys Philly Steaks.

Albany, NY-based DELMONICO’S ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE (founded 1998) has increased by 1 unit, from 6 to 7 (17% growth). This upscale steakhouse is open for dinner, with a $15–$50+ per person check average. The restaurants have full bar service and average seating for about 150. Banquet services are available. Trading areas are FL and NY.

Emerging and Re-emerging Concepts

Smaller restaurant brands adding multiple units often represent early-stage growth opportunities and may indicate increasing franchise or corporate expansion activity.

Concepts with 20 units or less who grew by at least 2 units.

Marietta, GA-based J. CHRISTOPHER’S RESTAURANT (founded 1997) has increased by 4 units, from 20 to 24 (20% growth). This family/casual concept is open for breakfast and lunch, specializing in breakfast foods. Seating is for about 125. Locations trade in GA and TN. Franchising is available.

Repeat Growers

Concepts demonstrating repeated growth over multiple periods often indicate stable operating models and sustained expansion strategies.

Concepts previously written about in the past 18 months.

Irving, TX-based BARTECA RESTAURANT GROUP (founded 1995) has increased by 2 units for the Barcelona Wine Bar concept, from 15 to 17 (13% concept growth) and by 6 units for the bartaco concept, from 16 to 22 (38% concept growth). Overall company increase was from 31 to 39 (26% growth). The restaurants are upscale, serving Spanish and Mexican cuisines. Meal periods are lunch and dinner, with a $15–$50+ per person check average. The restaurants have full bar service and average seating for about 150. Catering and banquet services are available. Trading areas are AL, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, MA, NC, NY, PA, TN, and VA. We last wrote about this concept on 10/9/18 (7% growth).

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Companies tracking growing restaurant chains often rely on structured restaurant leads data to identify expanding restaurant brands and multi unit operators earlier.

Growing restaurant chains and multi unit operators continue expanding across regional markets, reflecting steady demand for scalable restaurant concepts. Tracking expanding restaurant brands helps identify which operators are increasing unit counts and entering new trade areas.

Companies analyzing restaurant leads and foodservice leads often monitor multi unit restaurant growth to identify emerging concepts and expanding operators earlier in the development cycle.

Growing Concepts of Multi Unit Operators

The following concepts have demonstrated measurable unit growth across their respective markets.

Houston, TX-based WILLIE’S RESTAURANTS (founded 1993) has increased by 1 unit, from 16 to 17 (6% growth). This family/casual bar and grill concept is open for lunch and dinner, with an $8-$20+ per person check average. The restaurants ….Contact us for subscription information.

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Washington, DC-based THE DC RESTAURANT GROUP has added a new concept called Northside Tavern (1). Other company concepts are 801 Restaurant & Bar (1), Bethany Blues (2), Bottom Line (1), Cafe Soleil (1), Canton\’s Portside Tavern (1), Cedar Restaurant (1), Dickey\’s Frozen Custard (1), Mango\’s (1), Shaw\’s Tavern (1), The Madhatter (1) and The Starboard (1). Overall company increase from 12 to 13 (8% growth). These upscale bar and grill concepts are open for lunch and dinner, with a $15-$50+ per person check average. Average unit has seating for about 200. Catering service and banquet rooms are available. Trading areas are DC, DE and MD.

Restaurant expansion activity often signals increasing consumer demand and continued brand development across multiple trade areas.

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Companies tracking growing restaurant chains often rely on structured restaurant leads data to identify expanding restaurant brands and multi unit operators earlier.

Restaurant industry data continues to provide insight into expanding restaurant brands and multi unit operator growth across U.S. markets. Verified chain headquarters contact information and modeled unit-level sales estimates help suppliers, distributors, and service providers identify opportunities within growing restaurant chains.

Companies using restaurant leads and foodservice leads often analyze expansion activity alongside operator contact data to better understand market dynamics and prioritize outreach to multi unit operators.

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• All chain headquarters contact information verified 3–4 times annually
• More than 235,000 chain restaurant locations modeled with estimated sales ranges
• Sales estimates derived from census data, geographic overlays, and market indicators

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Growing Concepts of Multi Unit Operators

The following restaurant concepts have demonstrated measurable unit growth, indicating continued expansion momentum across multiple regional markets.

Concepts that have grown by at least 5% (if less than 50 units).

Fresno, CA-based DELI DELICIOUS (founded 1995) has increased by 3 units,
from 51 to 54 (6% growth). This fast casual deli is open for lunch and
dinner, with a $4-$12+ per person price range. Seating is for about 40.
Catering, delivery and online ordering are available. Units are franchised
and located in CA.

Winston-Salem, NC-based EAST COAST WINGS (founded 1995) has increased by 3
units, from 35 to 38 (9% growth). The restaurants are family/casual,
specializing in chicken wings. Meal periods are lunch and dinner, with a
$6-$15+ per person check average. Beer is served. Seating is for about 100.
Catering and online ordering are available. The restaurants are franchised
and trade in FL, NC, PA, TN, TX and VA.

Tucson, AZ-based EEGEE’S (founded 1985) has increased by 1 unit, from 24 to
25 (4% growth). This quick serve sandwich concept is open for lunch and
dinner, with a $4-$12+ per person price range. Seating is for about 50.
Catering is available. All locations are in AZ.

Emerging and Re-emerging Concepts

Smaller restaurant brands adding multiple locations often represent early-stage growth opportunities and potential franchise expansion activity.

Concepts with 20 units or less who grew by at least 2 units.

Mississippi-based LOST PIZZA CO has increased by 4 units, from 13 to 17
(31% growth) and entered into AR and FL. This quick serve pizzeria is open
for lunch and dinner, with a $4-$12+ per person price range. Seating is for
about 50. Beer is served. Online ordering is available. Trading areas are
AR, FL, MS and TN.

Repeat Growers

Concepts demonstrating repeated growth over time often indicate stable operating models and sustained expansion strategies.

Concepts previously written about in the past 18 months.

Orlando, FL-based EARL OF SANDWICH (founded 2004) has increased by 4 units,
from 31 to 35 (13% growth). This fast casual sandwich shop is open for
breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a $4-$12+ per person check average.
Seating is for about 50. Catering and online ordering services are
available. Trading areas are CA, FL, MA, MD, MI, NJ, NV, NY, PA and TX.
Franchising is available. We last featured this concept on 12/18/18 (24%
growth).

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Companies tracking growing restaurant chains often rely on structured restaurant leads data to identify expanding restaurant brands and multi unit operators earlier.

Growing Restaurant Chains and Multi Unit Operators

Growing restaurant chains and multi unit operators continue expanding across regional markets, demonstrating continued demand for scalable restaurant concepts. Tracking expanding restaurant brands provides insight into which operators are increasing unit counts and entering new trade areas.

Companies analyzing restaurant leads and foodservice leads often monitor multi unit restaurant growth to identify emerging concepts and expanding operators across cuisine categories and service formats.

Key Expansion Insights

•  The Stinking Rose parent company grows from 10 to 11 concepts — upscale California steak and seafood expanding its portfolio

•  Corky’s Ribs & BBQ adds a unit, reaching 10 locations across AR, MS, and TN

•  Wings Over expands its Hangar Pub & Grill concept from 3 to 5 units

•  Ward’s Restaurants posts 85% growth — one of the fastest-expanding quick-serve operators tracked

•  Fazoli’s continues its multi-year repeat growth pattern, now at 217 units across 29 states

Growing Concepts of Multi Unit Operators

San Francisco, CA-based THE STINKING ROSE (founded 1995) has added a new concept called Caprice (1). Other company concepts are Calzone’s (1), Crab House At Pier 39 (1), Franciscan Crab Restaurant (1), Frankie’s Pier 43 (1), Osso Steak House (1), Salito’s Crab House & Prime Rib (1), The Dead Fish (1), The Old Clam House (1) and The Stinking Rose (2). Overall company increase was from 10 to 11 (10% company growth). These upscale steak and seafood concepts are open for lunch and dinner, with a $15–$50+ per person check average. The restaurants have full bar and average seating for about 300. Banquet rooms are available. All the restaurants trade in CA.

Memphis, TN-based CORKY’S RIBS & BBQ (founded 1984) has increased by 1 unit, from 9 to 10 (11% growth). This family/casual BBQ is open for lunch and dinner, with an $8–$20+ per person check average. Beer and wine are served and seating is for about 100. Catering and online ordering are available. Locations are franchised and trade in AR, MS, and TN.

Westfield, MA-based WINGS OVER (founded 1999) has increased by 2 units for the Hangar Pub & Grill concept, from 3 to 5 (67% concept growth). The company also operates 38 Wings Over units. Hangar Pub & Grill is a family/casual bar and grill, open for lunch and dinner, with an $8–$20+ per person check average. Wings Over is quick serve, with a $4–$12+ per person price range. Wings Over serves beer. Locations are franchised and trade in CT, MA, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, TN, VA, VT, and WI.

Norman, OK-based LA BAGUETTE FRENCH BAKERY & CAFE (founded 1984) has increased by 1 unit, from 2 to 3 (50% growth). This family/casual cafe is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a $6–$15+ per person check average. Beer and wine are served and seating is for about 50. All locations are in OK.

Emerging and Re-emerging Concepts

Smaller restaurant brands adding multiple locations often represent early-stage growth opportunities and may indicate increasing franchise or corporate expansion activity.

Concepts with 20 units or less who grew by at least 2 units.

Albuquerque, NM-based IL VICINO WOOD OVEN PIZZA (founded 1992) has increased by 4 units for the Il Vicino concept, from 4 to 8 (100% concept growth). The company also operates Canteen Brewhouse (1) and Canteen Taproom (1). Overall company increase was from 6 to 10 (67% company growth). The restaurants are family/casual, serving pizza and Italian food. Beer and wine are served and seating is for about 200. Banquet services and online ordering options are available. Trading areas are CO, KS, and NM.

Hattiesburg, MS-based WARD’S RESTAURANTS (founded 1978) has increased by 17 units, from 20 to 37 (85% growth). This quick-serve restaurant, serving American cuisine, is open for lunch and dinner, with a $4–$12+ per person price range. Seating is for about 30. Between 60% and 70% of locations are franchised. All the locations are in MS.

Repeat Growers

Concepts demonstrating repeated growth over time often indicate stable operating models and sustained expansion strategies.

Concepts previously written about in the past 18 months.

Lexington, KY-based FAZOLI’S (founded 1988) has increased by 2 units, from 215 to 217 (1% growth). This fast-casual Italian concept is open for lunch and dinner, with a $4–$12+ per person price range. Seating is for about 100. Catering is available. Trading areas are AL, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, OH, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WI, and WV. About half the units are franchised. We last featured this concept on 7/24/18 (1% growth).

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Growing restaurant chains and multi unit operators often signal sustained expansion momentum across regional markets. Companies using structured restaurant leads and foodservice leads data frequently monitor expanding restaurant brands to identify franchise growth activity, emerging restaurant concepts, and operators successfully scaling their business models across multiple locations.