Emerging Chains

D.C.-based brunch restaurant brand has generated a tremendous amount of recognition that has led to strong unit economics.

The entrepreneur has female managers at all three of her restaurants

Ford’s Garage president Steve Shlemon says chain has been disciplined in testing adjustments to understand what can work in a new normal.

The two bought the brand last year and have grown it to double-digit sales increases

The leaders behind Sugarfire Smokehouse are hoping their award-winning burger can spur a chain of restaurants

Modular companies are seeing an uptick in demand as executives cite cost efficiencies, real estate availability, and speed-to-market as major benefits.

Shared services have their limitations, they say

With more emerging restaurant brands jumping into franchising, here’s what experts say are the must-dos, do-nots, and advice for newbies.

Mark Davis was formerly chief operating officer of former Einstein Bros. parent company, Coffee & Bagel Brands

The four-year-old restaurant brand based in Detroit is seeing growth opportunities thanks to its bustling catering operation