Waffle House

Hooters of America is the operator and franchiser of more than 445 Hooters restaurant locations in 43 of the United States. It also has many international locations, including Argentina, Austria, Brazil, Canada, England, Mexico, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan and Venezuela. The company uses television ads, its own Hooters Magazine and Hooters Girl billboards to advertise its restaurants. Hooters Girls are the cornerstone of the Hooters concept and as part of their job, these all-American cheerleaders make promotional and charitable appearances in their respective communities. The Hooters Community Endowment Fund raises money for various local and national charities, such as the Jimmy V Foundation for Cancer Research, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Special Olympics, the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation and the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Established in 1983, Hooters of America has headquarters in Atlanta, Ga.

Schlotzsky's Limited is best known for 'The Original,' a sandwich that features lean ham, Genoa salami, cotto salami, mozzarella, cheddar, parmesan, mustard, marinated black olives, onion, lettuce and tomato on a toasted sourdough bun. Schlotzsky s operates a nationwide retail quick-casual dining chain that operates in 36 states and six foreign countries. The company s menu features several sandwiches, such as tuna, turkey, ham and cheese, angus steak, Philly, fiesta and Dijon chicken, corned beef and roast beef sandwiches; large and small salads, including Caesar, smoked turkey, Greek and garden salads; soups, such as Wisconsin cheese, chili, chicken gumbo, Boston clam chowder and minestrone; and wraps that provide a low carbohydrate option for customers. Schlotzsky s also offers catering for different events and company lunches. The company has been in business since 1971.

Zaxby s is a chain of fast-food restaurants with locations throughout the Southeast. The chain was established in the early 1990s and specializes in fried chicken. Its menu includes salads, sandwich baskets, chicken fingers and wings, crinkle fries, Texas toast, cole slaw, onion rings, desserts and kids meals. Zaxby s features jumbo Buffalo wings. The chain sponsors an ASA racing team and offers franchising opportunities. It was established in 1990 by Zach McLeroy and Tony Townley. Zaxby s maintains a location in Athens, Ga.