Here is a list of some of the fastest growing restaurant brands in the last four months during the most recent four-month period from May 21, 2009 to September 21, 2009. Restaurants that are franchised are highlighted in bold.

Abbotsford, BC, Canada-based PANAGO PIZZA (founded 1986) has increased by 5 units, from 158 to 163 (3% growth). These are take-out/delivery pizza shops, open for lunch and dinner. More than 90% of units are franchised. Locations are in the provinces of AB, BC, MB, ON, and SK.

Dallas, TX-based LA MADELEINE BAKERY CAFE & BISTRO (founded 1983) has opened 2 units over the period, from 59 to 61 (3% growth). The concept is a fast casual French bakery/café, with a $4-$10 per person check average and seating for about 125. Meal periods are breakfast, lunch and dinner. Beer and wine is served. Catering packages and private party room are available at most locations. Trading areas are DC, GA, LA, MD, TX, and VA.

JIMBOY'S TACOS of Roseville, CA (founded 1954) has increased by 6 units, from 48 to 54 (13% growth). Units are quick serve with some serving beer. Seating is for about 80 and the per person check average is around $3-$6. Locations are more than 90% franchised and are in CA and NV.

Franchisor America's Incredible Pizza Sees Incredible Growth For Past 4 Months, Other Fastest Growing Restaurant Chains Like Taco Del Mar Also Listed

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AMERICA'S INCREDIBLE PIZZA CO of Springfield, MO (founded 2002) has increased by 3 units, from 10 to 13 (30% growth). These are family entertainment locations with a capacity of about 450. The per person check average is $4-$10 and banquet/buffet service is offered. We last reported on this company in our 4/24/2007 newsletter when they had 43% growth. Locations are 61% franchised and are in LA, MO, OK and TX.

RestaurantChains.net issues October's Top Ten list of the of the fastest growing restaurant chain concepts with 50 operating stores or less.

Irvington, NY -- RestaurantChains.net releases October's Top Ten list of the fastest growing restaurant chain concepts with 50 operating stores or less. The list is comprised of unique brand restaurant concepts headquartered in the U.S. and Canada. In order to qualify for the list, restaurant chains must have begun this research period with at least 3 units and less than 50 units. Growth had to be at least 4 units. Each company has their own four-month period of research. Research dates of discovery for October's list is 6/20/07-9/20/07.

Displayed in order by percentage growth:

1. Salad Creations Of America- 140%
2. Wings Etc- 50%
3. The Original Soupman- 32%
4. Spicy Pickle- 25%
5. Hurricane Grill And Wings- 24%
6. Joey's Seafood And Grill- 19%
7. Flemings Prime Steakhouse-18%
8. Garlic Jim's Famous Gourmet Pizza- 15%
9. Sansai Japanese Grill- 15%
10. Let's Dish!- 14%