Franchise owner feedback reinforces a platform built for long-term, scalable multi-unit growth

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Feb. 9, 2026) – Eggs Up Grill, a neighborhood favorite daytime café and the fastest-growing “better breakfast” restaurant franchise in the country, has been named a 2026 Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review, an honor determined entirely by franchise owner feedback. The annual recognition highlights franchise systems that deliver a strong, consistent experience across leadership, support and financial opportunity.

“This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects the voices of our franchise partners,” said Ricky Richardson, CEO of Eggs Up Grill. “Our franchisees are the heart of this brand, and their success is our success. Being named a Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review reinforces our commitment to a people-first culture and a business model built on strong unit economics and operational simplicity that supports long-term franchisee success.”

Eggs Up Grill was one of more than 330 franchise brands representing over 26,000 franchise owners that participated in Franchise Business Review’s 2026 research. Franchisees evaluated their experience across 33 core benchmarks, including training and support, operations, franchisor-franchisee relations, leadership, culture and financial opportunity.

Unlike awards based on brand awareness or application fees, Franchise Business Review’s rankings are determined solely by franchisee satisfaction and system performance. For more than 20 years, Franchise Business Review has identified the top franchise opportunities in North America by using an independent, third-party research firm that surveys franchise owners directly and evaluates results using standardized benchmarks to ensure credibility and comparability across brands.

“Franchisee satisfaction is one of the most reliable indicators of long-term franchise performance,” said Michelle Rowan, president of Franchise Business Review. “This year’s Top Franchise winners significantly outperformed industry averages, demonstrating strength in the areas that matter most to franchise owners: leadership, support, innovation, culture, and financial opportunity. These brands are not just growing, they are building healthy resilient systems.”

To explore the full 2026 FBR rankings, visit https://franchisebusinessreview.com/lists/top-200-franchises/.

Eggs Up Grill is actively seeking motivated franchise partners nationwide. To learn more about available opportunities, visit https://eggsupgrillfranchise.com.

For more information about Eggs Up Grill, visit https://eggsupgrill.com.

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About Eggs Up Grill

Founded in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, Eggs Up Grill has been serving smiles for more than 25 years. From the first sip of freshly brewed coffee to the last bite of a hearty breakfast or lunch, our welcoming atmosphere and attentive service make every visit feel like coming home. As “neighbors serving neighbors,” we proudly serve breakfast, brunch, and lunch daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering a full menu throughout our hours of operation.

Eggs Up Grill’s business model is designed to create smiles not just for guests but for our Franchise Partners as well. Ranked as a Most Profitable Franchise by Franchise Business Review, Eggs Up Grill is experiencing record growth and actively seeking both seasoned and first-time franchise partners. With more than 100 locations currently in operation and more than 90 under development or committed to open, the brand is poised for continued success.

Media Contact:
Loren Thum, Thunderly
(817) 913-0194 | lthum@thunderlymarketing.com

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