This Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant entered Los Angeles last year, opening several units in shopping malls. Luna Grill recently announced that it received an equity investment from PWP Growth Equity with the specific intent to grow the company in existing and new geographic locations. The health-focused brand’s lengthy menu spotlights natural meats and housemade marinades and dressings. Its new Never, Ever Gyro is a hormone-, antibiotic- and MSG-free beef-and-lamb blend.
20. Luna Grill
2016 U.S. Systemwide Sales: $36.9 million (up 58.4%)
2016 Units: 35 (up 75.0%)
Concept: Freshly prepared Mediterranean fare made with all-natural meats, scratch-made dressings and local ingredients
2016 Units: 35 (up 75.0%)
Concept: Freshly prepared Mediterranean fare made with all-natural meats, scratch-made dressings and local ingredients