Seven early and mid-staged concepts that have just announced franchising, from multiple fried chicken spots to vegan cookies

The restaurant, home of the “world’s largest pizza slice,” just began franchising, with goals of expanding outside of its hometown of New Orleans.

San Francisco-based fast-casual restaurant focuses on Modern American cuisines with clean ingredients.

These concepts have huge growth potential

This family-friendly California pub is scaling with good beer and scratch-made food at its core.

Seafood from sustainable fisheries and responsible aquaculture are at the center of the plate.

This seven-unit Missouri concept is pairing the world’s hottest sport with the restaurant industry’s hottest category.

Louisiana’s Smalls Sliders has fewer than 10 locations but expects to open up to 30 restaurants a year toward its eventual goal of 400.

The St. Paul, Minn.-based restaurant chain offers a modern service experience with global flavors.