
Top 10 Quick Service Restaurant Franchises for 2023
The food industry has long dominated the franchise world. With a vast pool of opportunities, this segment of hospitality is one where the entrepreneurial business model shines.
Entrepreneur is a publication in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 1969. 2,941 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Paris Baguette awarded 32 franchise agreements and opened 15 locations in the third quarter of 2026, with 119 agreements and 53 new locations year to date [[2026-11-02 Paris Baguette Saw Growth Momentum Continue in Third Quarter (ebc782)]]. * PuroClean has been named to Entrepreneur's 2026 Top Brands for Multi-unit Owners and Top Global Franchises lists, ranking number 79 and 148 respectively [[2026-10-25 PuroClean Recognized in Entrepreneur’s 2026 Top Brands for Multi-unit Owners and (4e28f5)]]. * Celebree School has risen 84 spots on the Franchise Times Top 400 in three years, with a one-third growth in school count in 2025 [[2026-10-20 Celebree School Rises on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 for a Third Straight Y (17b8c2)]]. * Ziebart ranked No. 270 on Franchise Times Top 400 list, recognizing its accelerated franchise development with a 285% increase in franchise leads in 2026 [[2026-10-14 Ziebart Earns 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 Ranking (8a02ef)]]. * PJ's Coffee of New Orleans has been ranked #89 on Entrepreneur's 2026 Top 150 Franchise Brands for Multi-Unit Owners list [[2026-10-06 PJ’s Coffee Recognized for Multi-Unit Franchise Growth (255300)]]. * Color Me Mine ranks No. 392 on Franchise Times Top 400 list, with $513,044 average unit volume in 2025 [[2026-10-06 Color Me Mine Ranks No. 392 on Franchise Times Top 400 List (57edec)]]. * Service Experts debuted at No. 117 on Franchise Times Top 400 list after its first full year of franchising, with eight franchise agreements signed in 2026 [[2026-10-08 Service Experts Debuts at No. 117 on Franchise Times Top 400 List After First Fu (c66d36)]]. * UNITS Moving and Portable Storage has been named to the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 for the fourth consecutive year and recognized as Best Property Maintenance Franchise at the 2026 Global Franchise Awards [[2026-10-09 UNITS Moving and Portable Storage earning national accolades (3f24cd)]].

The food industry has long dominated the franchise world. With a vast pool of opportunities, this segment of hospitality is one where the entrepreneurial business model shines.

Kona Ice accelerates growth in 2022, reaching 1,400 trucks nationwide and introducing its create-your-own shaved ice experience to over 50 new neighborhoods.

PuroClean, a restoration and cleaning franchise, has raised over $18K and collected food donations for Feeding America, demonstrating its commitment to giving back to the community.

Ziggi's Coffee has opened a new location in Elizabeth, Colorado, and is celebrating with a free drink promotion.

JAN-PRO Franchise Development offers a financial opportunity for entrepreneurs to realize their dream of business ownership in the commercial cleaning industry.

JAN-PRO Franchise Development provides an opportunity to build an entrepreneurial empire through regional development and franchise sales.

SERVPRO CEO Rick Isaacson Shares Insights on Leadership and Franchise Success

Taco John’s is celebrating the grand opening of its second location in Clarksville, Tennessee.
Noodles & Company receives honors from Forbes, Newsweek, and more in 2022.
The Joint Corp. is participating in the 11th Annual ROTH Deer Valley Event, highlighting its growth as the nation's largest operator of chiropractic clinics.

Peter Cancro was a 14-year-old high school student in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, when he began working at Mike's Subs.
Scooter's Coffee ranked a top franchise for veterans by Entrepreneur Magazine
Doug DeLor, Spherion's Chief Marketing Officer, has been named to Entrepreneur's list of 50 Franchise CMO Game-Changers for his leadership and innovation in marketing.
TeamLogic IT has been recognized by four prominent media outlets as one of the fastest-growing managed services solution providers.

Franchising plays a role in nearly every aspect of daily life, with The UPS Store offering a clear pathway to entrepreneurial growth for franchisees.
Goldfish Swim School's Chief Marketing Officer, Shana Krisan, was named one of the Top 50 Franchise CMOs for 2023 by Entrepreneur magazine.
'Tis the season for spreading cheer with Edible, the world's largest franchisor of stores offering fresh fruit snacks and dipped treats.
Tim Hortons Chief Marketing Officer Hope Bagozzi was named one of the Top 50 Franchise CMOs Who Are Changing the Game by Entrepreneur.
Ziebart International Corporation received two prestigious recognitions from Entrepreneur Magazine: 50 Franchise CMOs Who Are Changing the Game and Top 150 Franchises for Veterans.

Shipley Do-Nuts debuts as an exhibitor at the Restaurant Finance & Development Conference, actively recruiting new franchisees.

Ziggi’s Coffee has opened a new drive-thru location in Bennett, Colorado, owned by franchisees Andrew and Corissa Thornton.
The Joint Chiropractic has announced its "Back Friday" offering to support the body during the holiday season, promoting chiropractic care for stress relief and maintenance.

Ziggi's Coffee introduces festive holiday offerings, including new seasonal drinks and flavors.
Mary Mills, Vice President of Marketing at College HUNKS Hauling Junk and Moving, is named a Top 50 Franchise CMO Gamechanger by Entrepreneur, recognizing her marketing expertise and entrepreneur understanding.