Although many of the largest restaurant chains in Canada are US-based (such as McDonald's and Yum! Brands among others), some Canadian-based (owned and operated from Canada) restaurant chains are growing and have expanded into other markets, especially into the US.
Major chains
241 Pizza
241 Pizza was founded in Toronto in 1986. Since then, 241 Pizza has expanded across Ontario, and has locations in Newfoundland and Labrador and Saskatchewan.
A&W (Canada)
A&W Restaurants entered the Canadian market in 1956. In 1972, the American company sold the Canadian unit to Unilever thus creating A&W (Canada). In 1995, it was spun off into an independent entity with no ties to its American counterpart. They have over 800 locations nationwide.[1]
Bâton Rouge Steakhouse & Bar (restaurant)
Founded in Laval, Québec Bâton Rouge is a steakhouse and bar owned by
See also
- Lists of restaurants
- List of fast-food chains in Canada
- List of restaurant chains in the United States
References
- Company A&W Trade Marks Limited Partnership, retrieved 21 December 2018^
- Good morning Oakville www.insidehalton.com, 22 November 2012, retrieved 2016-01-25^
- Ben & Florentine Restaurants Inc. Look for a Franchise in Canada, retrieved 2016-01-25