Top Bar and Grill Franchise Opportunities of 2022

For the millions of Americans quitting their jobs in search of a better work-life balance, increased autonomy and greater opportunity, franchises present a compelling option. Some of the benefits of owning a franchise include a built-in customer base, instant brand recognition, no experience necessary to get started and generous franchisor support and training. The franchising industry is poised for a big year in 2022, but there is one sector that is not getting much attention but may have tremendous potential.

Data from Chicago-based market research firm Datassential forecasts that consumers will spend $771 billion in restaurants in 2022 — an increase from the $608 billion spent in 2020 and the $701.4 billion in 2021. This suggests that restaurant franchises could be in store for a big year in 2022.

Many of us grew up near a local bar and grill that was a community staple. Some have exploded into national brands. Others are still small-town haunts that are rapidly expanding. One thing they all have in common is that they represent opportunities for potential franchisees. 

These are some of our favorite Bar & Grill franchises for 2022.

The Greene Turtle

• Startup Costs: $1,455,000 – $1,757,500
• Unit Count: 46

Arooga’s Grille House & Sports Bar

• Startup Costs: $1,300,000 to $3,600,000
• Unit Count: 17

Wings and Rings*

• Startup Costs: $1,280,000–$2,412,000
• Unit Count: 85+
• 1851 Brand Newsroom

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux

• Startup Costs: $1,200,000–$2,500,000
• Unit Count: 60+

Boston’s Pizza Restaurant & Sports Bar

• Startup Costs: $1,145,000 to $3,017,000
• Unit Count: 23

Bar Louie

• Startup Costs: $923,500 to $3,707,333
• Unit Count: 70

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s

• Startup Costs: $806,825 to $1,288,350
• Unit Count: 198
• 1851 Brand Newsroom

The Brass Tap*

• Startup Costs: $780,925 to $1,318,525
• Unit Count: 46
• 1851 Brand Newsroom

Bar 145

• Startup Costs: $450,000 to $2,500,000
• Unit Count: 3

Stacked Pickle

• Startup Costs: $426,000 to $940,000
• Unit Count: 9