21 Fast-Growing Chain Restaurants Poised to Be Everywhere in 2025

If you thought there were already too many chain restaurants in town, you need to get ready because its about to get a whole lot more crowded.

Several restaurants are looking to rapidly expand across the U.S. with new locations planned for just about everywhere in 2025.

Some of the names you know. Others will likely be newcomers to your chain restaurant rotation.

21 Fast-Growing Chain Restaurants Poised to Be Everywhere in 2025

From burritos to steak to brunch, here is a look at which fast-growing restaurant chains are reportedly opening locations across the U.S. in 2025.

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Now that we have caught up on which chains are opening, here is a look at which ones have closed or are planning to close locations in 2025.

Chains That Are Closing or Have Closed Locations in 2025

The list of chains that have closed locations or have plans to shutter stores later in 2025 continues to grow at a rapid pace.

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50 Most Popular Chain Restaurants in America

YouGov investigated the most popular dining brands in the country, and Stacker compiled the list to give readers context on the findings. Read on to look through America's vast and divergent variety of restaurants—maybe you'll even find a favorite or two.

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