
Top 20 Fast-Food Franchise Opportunities in 2024
The top 20 fast-food franchise opportunities in 2024 are listed, including investment ranges and key information to help entrepreneurs make informed decisions.
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The top 20 fast-food franchise opportunities in 2024 are listed, including investment ranges and key information to help entrepreneurs make informed decisions.

Great Clips franchisee Greg Thomas owns over 60 locations but struggles with generic branding, leading to advertising challenges.

Joe Piro, a veteran multi-unit franchisee, shares his story of success with Salata, operating 15 made-to-order salad kitchens across Texas and Louisiana.

Checkers and Rally’s opens new Indianapolis location with veteran owner.

International Trade Expert Bill Edwards publishes Global Franchising News in February 2024, covering international franchise development and global employment issues.

Franchise expert Mark Siebert outlines a two-step strategy for crafting a great brand story for a business, including coming up with a brand slogan that tells the story.
Datassential launches its Global Sales Intelligence platform, designed to empower sales teams in the food and beverage industry with data from over 9 million operators in 60 countries.

Survey firm Numerator tracks purchase data and survey verified buyers to understand shifts in consumer behavior, ranking new menu items and limited-time offers by popularity.

McDonald's 'I'm Lovin' It' campaign is an example of an innovative franchise marketing campaign that made a significant impact.

Jersey Mike's signs 10-year deal with Redberry to open 300 locations in Canada by 2034, expanding international presence.
Potbelly accelerates franchise growth in 2024, signing shop development agreements with experienced operators from well-known restaurant brands.

Greg Flynn, the founder of the Flynn Restaurant Group, has built a culinary empire with a portfolio of brands including Applebee's, Tacos Bell, Arby's, Wendy's, Pizza Hut, and Panera Bread.
Jersey Mike's Sub expands in Canada with a development agreement with Redberry Restaurants.

AI and drive-thrus team up to improve customer service in the fast-food industry.
Hounds Town USA welcomes Nathan Bartosz as Head of Franchise Support.

Chick-fil-A's franchise fee is $10,000, with total costs ranging from $186,495 to $2,707,337, and the company covers all opening expenses.

Franchise operators are staring down significant economic challenges in the coming year, including rising labor costs, interest rates, and insurance costs.

Smoothie King inks a multi-unit development deal to bring three new stores to Las Vegas and Chicago.

Top 10 franchise restaurants' loyalty programs are ranked, with Dunkin' Rewards offering free food and drinks and member-only exclusive offers.

McDonald’s reigns supreme in the restaurant category, with a transformation plan focusing on modernization, core menu items, and digital, delivery, and drive-thru services.

A Chief Operating Officer, Roger Wagner, oversees a portfolio of 37 franchised units, with a diverse portfolio of Burger King, Moe’s Southwest Grill, and Tropical Smoothie Cafe.

McDonald’s is one of the top 25 franchise brands committed to serving their communities, with charitable initiatives and investments in local neighborhoods.

Royal Restaurant Group has signed a 40-unit agreement with Potbelly, involving the future development of 36 sandwich shops and the refranchising of four locations.
Potbelly signs 40-shop agreement with Royal Restaurant Group, including development of 36 shops in Ohio and Florida, and refranchising of four locations in Columbus, Ohio.