News & Awards
News & Awards
The Goings-On of Black Bear Diner
Whether it’s news about an event or the announcement of a new award, there’s always some kind of excitement surrounding Black Bear Diner. Take a look at what we’ve been up to, and you’ll quickly see that our strength has a company, and as a member of each community we reside within, has never been better.
How Black Bear Diner plans to stick to its roots as it expands
Nation’s Restaurant News How Black Bear Diner plans to stick to its roots as it expands By Alicia Kelso January 31, 2023 LINK Black Bear Diner is making several tech investments to simplify operations, but will maintain a focus on its unique environment. The family...
How Black Bear Diner Put Development Back on Track
FSR Magazine How Black Bear Diner Put Development Back on Track January 23, 2023 BEN COLEY LINK THE NEXTGEN CASUAL, WITH DOUBLE-DIGIT SALES GROWTH AND POSITIVE TRAFFIC, OPENED 10 RESTAURANTS IN 2022, AND NEARLY ALL WERE IN TEXAS. After COVID hit the U.S. in March...
Navigating the Restaurant Labor Shortage Requires a NextGen Approach
FSR Magazine Navigating the Restaurant Labor Shortage Requires a NextGen Approach October 17, 2022 By Danny Klein LINK Black Bear Diner is staffing up with a more mindful approach than ever. Editor's note: In April, FSR magazine announced its first NextGen Casual...
14 Restaurant Power Players to Watch in 2022
FSR Magazine 14 Restaurant Power Players to Watch in 2022 By Nicole Duncan August 8, 2022 LINK The following 14 chains—appearing in no particular order—are among the largest brands in the restaurant sector. Because they're privately held, financial performance can...
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Recognition
2019
Nation’s Restaurant News
The Top Food Franchises of 2019
Franchise Times January
2018
Nation’s Restaurant News
Nation’s Restaurant News June
Franchise 500
Nation’s Restaurant News
Restaurant Business June
2017
Franchise 500
2016
Top 200 Chains
Nation’s Second 100: Second 100 Concepts
Franchise 500
Top 500 Chains
2015
Top 200 Chains
Nation’s Second 100: Second 100 Concepts
Smartest Growing Brands
FSR 50: Top 10 High Performing Regional Chains
2015’s Top Franchise Opportunities
INC 500
2014
Top 50: Franchisee Satisfaction
Fast 50: Growth Chain (#33)
Best of the Best: Top 200 Franchises
Next 20: Concepts to Watch
Top 10: Full Service Growth Chain (#9)
FSR 50: Top 10 Dining Chains
Ones to Watch
2013
Top 40: Food Franchise
Top 10: Franchise Value
Next 300: Franchise to Watch (#275)
FSR 50: Top 10 Dining Chains
2012
