We’re thrilled to share that Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken has earned a spot on Nation’s Restaurant News’ 2025 “100 Under 100: Emerging Restaurant Chains with Staggering Results”– a recognition reserved for the fastest-growing restaurant brands with fewer than 100 locations.
This accolade comes from NRN’s collaboration with Technomic and highlights chains that delivered double-digit unit growth from 2023 to 2024, with Rise seeing 18.2% YoY growth, ending 2024 with 26 units.
What This Recognition Means for Rise
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Validation of Model and Strategy: Rise’s tech-forward, low-labor design, award-winning scratch-made biscuits, hand-breaded chicken, and efficient takeout-first model is working, and the industry is taking notice.
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Emerging Leader: Making this list positions Rise among the most dynamic concepts redefining fast casual expansion across the U.S.
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Franchise Momentum: This spotlight amplifies Rise’s appeal to multi-unit franchisees looking to invest in a brand with momentum, taste, and streamlined operations.
At Fransmart, we’re proud to support our brands like Rise that prioritize simplicity, innovation, and growth. Inclusion in NRN’s 100 Under 100 proves that delicious food and smart business models attract both customers and savvy investors.
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