Many former customers have turned into franchisees for The Flying Biscuit Cafe, a transition that has spurred growth, says Brent Fuller, brand leader of the chain. The breakfast and lunch-focused concept started in the Southeast in 2006, and growth was deliberately slow. When sales bottomed out on March 29 due to the coronavirus, the company streamlined its menu for delivery, which helped it recoup some business.

LocationAtlanta, Ga.
2019 Systemwide Sales ($000,000)$29*
YOY Sales Change19.5%
2019 U.S. Units21
YOY Unit Change16.7%
2019 Average Unit Volume ($000)$1,510*
Future 50 Year2020
FranchisingYes

*Technomic estimate

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