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When it comes to franchising, many people often think of quick-service restaurants like Subway, A&amp;W or McDonald’s. However, full-service dining establishments also make up a large part of the food franchising market, with Statista estimating&nbsp;<a href="https://www.statista.com/statistics/217579/number-of-us--full-service-restaurant-franchise-establishments/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=emerging-full-service-restaurant-franchises-worth-investing-in-2719056" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">over 28,000 establishments in this category in the United States</a>. These brands encompass everything from casual sit-down service to upscale white tablecloth dining, so the options for what kind of restaurant to invest in are vast.&nbsp;The <a href="https://www.fool.com/the-ascent/personal-finance/articles/americans-spend-an-average-of-2375-per-year-on-dining-and-takeout-6-tips-to-spend-less/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=emerging-full-service-restaurant-franchises-worth-investing-in-2719056" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Bureau of Labor Statistic</a>s reports that the average American spends $2,375 per year on dining out, so this segment is a hot market for revenue. Franchisees can take advantage of these consumers who are willing to pay for an extraordinary food experience outside of their homes, and with average restaurant markup costs of 300%, there’s a handsome return on investment in the full-service restaurant sphere.The following brands are popular emerging franchises that have seen a great deal of interest as they mature:&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://bestbreakfastfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=emerging-full-service-restaurant-franchises-worth-investing-in-2719056" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Famous Toastery<img class="image_resized image-style-align-right" style="width:325px;" src="https://1851-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/story/editor/1657138523_famous-toastery.jpg"></a></h4><ul><li>Start-up costs: $575,500-$999,500</li><li>Unit count: 25-plus</li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/famoustoastery">1851 News Room</a></li></ul>Charlotte, N.C.-based Famous Toastery began in 2005 as a small breakfast spot with fresh ingredients and friendly service. The brand evolved into a franchise system in 2013 and has been ranked No. 9 in the Full-Service Restaurants category of Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top Food Franchises of 2019, received recognition by CNBC as a top franchise to buy, and was on FSR Magazine’s Top 14 restaurant chains ready for lift-off. Breakfast/Brunch is now the fastest-growing segment in the restaurant industry, and the concept’s locations reflect that, with average gross sales of $1,316,080.<h4><a href="https://thebrasstapfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=emerging-full-service-restaurant-franchises-worth-investing-in-2719056" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The Brass Tap</a></h4><ul><li>Start-up costs: $781,000 - $1.3M</li><li>Unit count: 50</li></ul>Franchising since 2012, The Brass Tap is an upscale beer bar that offers dozens of craft beers on tap, more than 300 varieties of imports and some excellent bar food. With a constantly revolving menu of global beverages and live entertainment onsite, these establishments bring in big crowds and recurring revenue streams. The brand offers franchisees the opportunity to own a bar/restaurant establishment with low labor costs and limited competition in a market valued at $23.5 billion.&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://shuckinshackfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=emerging-full-service-restaurant-franchises-worth-investing-in-2719056" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Shuckin’ Shack</a></h4><ul><li>Start-up costs: $453,000 to $1,128,252</li><li>Unit count: 17</li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/shuckinshack/info">1851 News Room</a><a href="https://shuckinshackfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=emerging-full-service-restaurant-franchises-worth-investing-in-2719056" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><img class="image-style-align-right" src="https://1851-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/story/editor/1657138783_1.jpg"></a></li></ul>Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar is where friends and family can enjoy fresh, delicious meals and creative cocktails in a comfortable community environment. The brand started franchising in 2014 and offers franchise owners the opportunity to have a popular seafood restaurant in areas where the cuisine is not always readily available — a true niche in the market. The company differentiates itself within the segment with small square footage requirements, low inventory, smaller staff sizes and maximum return on investment.&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://jisfranchising.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=emerging-full-service-restaurant-franchises-worth-investing-in-2719056" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Johnny's Italian Steakhouse</a></h4><ul><li>Start-up costs:&nbsp;$1.3M - $4M</li><li>Unit count: 13</li></ul>This upscale steakhouse and seafood restaurant started in Des Moines, Iowa and has expanded to multiple states after franchising in 2013. The brand is known for quality service and meals in a distinctive supper club atmosphere, with reasonable pricing for menu items. Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse franchise owners enjoy the concept's versatility and partnering with a brand with meticulous standards and rave reviews.&nbsp;<h4><a href="http://www.lumberjacksfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=emerging-full-service-restaurant-franchises-worth-investing-in-2719056" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Lumberjacks Restaurant</a></h4><ul><li>Start-up costs: $437K - $1.3M</li><li>Unit count: 9</li></ul>This family-style restaurant franchise has nine locations in California and Nevada and is known for generous portions of hearty food in a casual setting. Lumberjacks has grown a great, sustainable business model in a relatively short time by selecting franchisees that are the right fit. The brand offers in-house training and ongoing support for each location’s staff. Lumberjacks is currently working to sign a new wave of franchise owners in the Western United States region.&nbsp;

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WILMINGTON, N.C.&nbsp;—&nbsp;America is turning 250, and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.theshuckinshack.com">Shuckin’ Shack</a>, the 18-unit oyster bar franchise, is celebrating the only way it knows how: with cold drinks, hot food, fresh oysters and absolutely zero interest in doing anything halfway. Packed to the brim with seafood, burgers, BBQ, beer buckets, American cocktails and enough “Red, White &amp; Blooze” energy to make a bald eagle shed a tear,&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/shuckinshack/info">Shuckin’ Shack’s</a> Summer 2026 Campaign, kicking off June 1, is making beach-loving, oyster-shucking American dreams come true.“America only has one 250th birthday, and in our minds, there’s only one way to celebrate,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-keeler-944728187">Darren Keeler</a>, Vice President of Marketing and Creative. “We took everything people love about summer: cookouts, road trips, fireworks, beach days and cold beer, and Shuckified it. The result is a full unapologetic Americana Summer at The Shack, which George Washington would want to take a bite out of!”Hinging on Shuckin’ Shack’s authentic, not-too-serious atmosphere, the campaign combines classic American menu items, over-the-top Americana visuals and a level of playfulness that will encourage “A Good Shuckin’ Time” all season long. Think laser-eyed bald eagles, fireworks, vintage Americana, Route 66 vibes, mullets carved into Mount Rushmore, beer buckets on ice, hot dogs, muscle cars and patriotic beach energy, all colliding in true Shuckin’ Shack fashion.At the center of the campaign is a limited-time menu that looks like it was created somewhere between a Fourth of July cookout and a beach vacation fever dream.Now available, starting June 1, and running through Labor Day at participating locations (pricing and participation will vary by location), guests can get their hands on:<ul><li>Cyclone Chargrilled Oysters, which are loaded with chili, hot dog medallions, Monterey Jack cheese, mustard and onion.</li><li>Double Play Dogs: Beer-battered corn dogs served with Mile 0 mustard, slaw and fries.</li><li>Red, White &amp; ‘Cue pulled pork, piled high and served with a healthy portion of house-made barbecue.</li><li>Route 66 Smash Burger, which is a classic roadside-inspired burger with optional “Cyclone Style” toppings.</li><li>Boardwalk Fries: Old Bay fries topped with cheese sauce and crab meat.</li></ul>Of course, no summer celebration is complete without a little liquid courage. Guests can wash it all down with the Firecracker Smirnoff Crush, the Red, White &amp; Blooze Colada, or the Uncle Slammer, an oyster shooter that proudly ignores all reasonable decision-making.Spanning the entire season, the campaign will tie into vacation vibes, baseball games, summer concerts and, obviously, America’s massive 250th birthday celebrations, perfectly.“America, Shuck, Yeah! Whether you’re visiting us in a suburb or a downtown bar district, Shuckin’ Shack is the place to celebrate this summer,” Keeler said.To find a shack near you, visit:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.theshuckinshack.com">http://www.theshuckinshack.com</a>.ABOUT SHUCKIN’ SHACK:Offering a “lifestyle experience,” Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar creates an environment that encourages guests to grab a seat, relax and take their taste buds on a trip to the coast; after all, life is too short for bland drinks and boring bars! The original Carolina Beach, NC Shack, which was just 900-square-feet, was launched in 2007 with a plan to become the go-to local hangout for people of all ages. A place where friends and family can enjoy fresh, delicious meals, cold beer, and craft cocktails in an environment that exudes fun and relaxation, Shuckin’ Shack offers exceptional seafood and creative drinks that will make guests question why they ever settled for ordinary bar offerings.&nbsp; Thanks to its bold flavors and impeccable vibes, Shuckin’ Shack has continued to grow. In 2014, the brand began franchising and has since expanded to 18 units across six states. To learn more about Shuckin’ Shack, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.theshuckinshack.com">http://www.theshuckinshack.com</a>.

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Starting June 1, oysters, beer buckets, smash burgers, fireworks and enough patriotic chaos to make Uncle Sam blush headline the oyster bar franchise’s biggest summer celebration yet.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C.&nbsp;—&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theshuckinshack.com/">Shuckin’ Shack</a>, the fast-casual oyster bar franchise with 18 locations, is bringing its laid-back, seafood-focused vibe to Charlotte. The new restaurant at 5349 Ballantyne Commons Parkway in the Promenade on Providence shopping center opens to the public on April 8, with a week of community-focused events leading up to the Grand Opening Party on April 11.&nbsp;Local couple Dawn and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-powers-918499144/">Kevin Powers</a>&nbsp;are no strangers to the restaurant business. With decades of combined experience in hospitality, the Powers were inspired by their son’s time working at the&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/shuckinshack/info">Shuckin' Shack</a> location in Carolina Beach, and wanted to bring the same friendly, neighborhood atmosphere to their community.“We’re ready to bring big flavors, good vibes, and lots of laughs to Charlotte,” said Dawn. “A Good Shuckin’ Time starts here!”Shuckin’ Shack offers fresh oysters, crab legs, wild-caught shrimp, burgers, hand-tossed wings, signature cocktails, and ice-cold beer, all in a welcoming, family-friendly environment. Beyond the food, the Powers are committed to giving back to the Charlotte community through partnerships and charitable efforts.Opening Week Specials &amp; Community Events<ul><li>April 6: Invite-only First Responders &amp; City Officials Night</li><li>April 8: Public opening dinner with 15% off for Promenade on Providence neighbors and service industry friends</li><li>April 9: “Not All Heroes Wear Capes,” honoring veterans, active-duty military, doctors, and nurses</li><li>April 10: Teacher Appreciation &amp; school staff night, with 15% off meals</li><li>April 11: Grand Opening Party with live entertainment, signed sports jersey giveaways, and a chance to win free seafood for a year</li></ul>“We’re pumped for the week of festivities ahead of us in Charlotte,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jweathington">Jonathan Weathington</a>, CEO. “The Powers are bringing a great seafood experience and showing real commitment to their community, exactly what we love to see at our local Shacks.”Find the full Shuckin’ Shack menu&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theshuckinshack.com/menu/">here</a>.For more information about Shuckin’ Shack, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theshuckinshack.com/">https://www.theshuckinshack.com/</a>.&nbsp;Follow Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar - Charlotte, NC, on social media: Facebook -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/shuckinshackcharlottenc">@shuckinshackcharlottenc</a> Instagram -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/shuckinshackcharlottenc">@shuckinshackcharlottenc</a>ABOUT SHUCKIN’ SHACK:Offering a “lifestyle experience,” Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar creates an environment that encourages guests to grab a seat, relax and take their taste buds on a trip to the coast; after all, life is too short for bland drinks and boring bars! The original Carolina Beach, NC Shack, which was just 900 square feet, was launched in 2007 with a plan to become the go-to local hangout for people of all ages. A place where friends and family can enjoy fresh, delicious meals, cold beer, and craft cocktails in an environment that exudes fun and relaxation, Shuckin’ Shack offers exceptional seafood and creative drinks that will make guests question why they ever settled for ordinary bar offerings.&nbsp;Thanks to its bold flavors and impeccable vibes, Shuckin’ Shack has continued to grow. In 2014, the brand began franchising and has since expanded to 18 units across six states. To learn more about Shuckin’ Shack, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.theshuckinshack.com">http://www.theshuckinshack.com</a>.

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Kevin and Dawn Powers will open the growing oyster bar franchise at 5349 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, with a week of festivities leading up to the April 11 Grand Opening event.

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