Angry Chickz thrives out West with hot chicken and a cool culture. The California-based brand plans to expand eastward with Nashville hot chicken.
Mecha Noodle Bar
Mecha Noodle Bar
Mecha Noodle Bar offers Asian soul food in 10 laid-back locations. Childhood friends Tony Pham and Rich Reyes explained how a lifelong passion for food led them to open a successful noodle shop.
Puttshack
Puttshack
Puttshack’s growth is fueled by a balance of the game, menu, and technology. The eatertainment concept was founded in the United Kingdom in 2018 and opened its first domestic location in 2021. In November, it will open its 16th U.S. venue.
Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ
Chris Fralish
Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ grew out of a small South Carolina town. Founder Rodney Scott took a lifetime working in barbecue and turned it into a multistate chain.
Tacombi
Tacombi
Tacombi offers a “greatest hits” assortment of tacos from across Mexico. The New York City-based concept has grown to 20 restaurants in six states.
Toastique
Toastique
Toastique thrived in a healthy-dining niche. Founded by Brianna Keefe, Toastique and its gourmet toasts and juices are rapidly growing through franchising.
