Where Great Food and Community Come Together

At McAlister's, we believe great food has a way of bringing people together. Rooted in Southern hospitality, the brand creates welcoming spaces where guests can connect over familiar favorites, friendly service, and moments of everyday togetherness. What began with a small-town spirit has grown into a beloved restaurant brand with more than 550 restaurants across 30+ states as of December 28, 2025.

For franchisees, McAlister's offers the opportunity to join a brand known for genuine hospitality, community connection, and a guest experience that keeps people coming back.

Why McAlister's?

• Simplified Operations - McAlister's restaurants operate without grills, fryers, or late-night hours, helping streamline day-to-day operations.
• More Ways to Connect - Through dine-in, takeout, catering, online ordering, and pickup options, McAlister's meets guests where they are while creating opportunities to serve families, friends, coworkers, and communities in more ways throughout the day.
• Real Estate & Construction Support - Experienced Real Estate and Design & Construction teams help guide franchisees through site selection and restaurant development.
• Comprehensive Training - Franchisees receive hands-on training in both classroom and restaurant settings, gaining experience with the menu, operating standards, and the hospitality-focused culture that defines the brand.
• Dedicated Business Support - A franchise business consultant and supply chain professionals are available to help support restaurant operations and ongoing business needs.
• Marketing Support - National marketing initiatives are complemented by local support, helping franchisees build awareness and create meaningful connections within their communities.

Become part of a brand built on Southern hospitality, community, and togetherness?and help create places where people gather, connect, and enjoy great food every day.

This information is not intended as an offer to sell a franchise. We will not offer you a franchise until we have complied with disclosure and registration requirements in your jurisdiction. Contact McAlister's Franchisor SPV LLC, located at 5620 Glenridge Drive, NE, Atlanta, GA 30342, to request a copy of our FDD. RESIDENTS OF NEW YORK: This advertisement is not an offering. An offering can only be made by a prospectus filed first with the Department of Law of the State of New York. Such filing does not constitute approval by the New York Department of Law. RESIDENTS OF MINNESOTA: MN Franchise Registration Numbers: McAlister's Franchisor SPV LLC: F-8196.