OWN THE ORIGINAL AMERICAN BBQ CONCEPT

Misty Ball started as a server at Famous Dave’s in 2006 — now, she’s taking over the restaurant as franchise owner, with her kids, husband and longtime coworkers cheering her on.

The barbecue legend is partnering once again with the World Food Championships for a coast-to-coast celebration of America’s top pitmasters.

By launching a smaller-footprint model inspired by its original barbecue shack, Famous Dave’s is creating a more affordable, flexible option for franchise growth.