Chipotle and Cava Are Market Darlings. These 2 Other Differentiated Restaurant Chains Could Follow Similar Paths.

A Korean barbecue chain and a sushi chain share many of the attractive qualities of those fast-casual leaders. There's good reason for that enthusiasm. Their businesses are both doing remarkably well, and investors can measure the success from multiple angles. Chipotle and Cava are also somewhat differentiated in the restaurant space -- burritos and falafel aren't your typical burgers and fries. And perhaps this differentiation has helped these chains open up new locations at rapid paces. In 2023 alone, Chi ...