Thumbs Up Diner

About Us

Thumbs Up Diner has been an Atlanta institution for over thirty years. Our headquarter location is in downtown Atlanta adjacent to the Martin Luther King, Jr. historic district while our other four locations service clients throughout the Atlanta metro area. We continue to set the standard for breakfast and beyond everywhere we go.

Thumbs Up Diner is a step back in time, with a friendly modern diner that is a tribute to the American diner from days gone by. It is a neighborhood meeting place serving great food at reasonable prices with a friendly wait staff. Deco glass in the windows, a curved service counter and an in town address, Thumbs Up Diner combines an urban ambience and friendly service for a relaxing breakfast and lunch experience.

The Franchise/Restaurant Industry

In 2010, the US restaurant industry topped $562 billion in food and drink sales, with the full-service restaurant segment accounting for more than $183 billion. More than half of all money spent dining out is spent at franchise restaurants. Making franchise restaurants the most successful of all restaurants.

And breakfast is the fastest growing segment in the restaurant industry. Last year more than 12 billion breakfast meals were served in U.S. restaurants. “Breakfast has been and is projected to continue to be a bright spot for the restaurant industry,” says Bonnie Riggs, NPD’s restaurant industry analyst.

A Business That Fits Your Lifestyle

Imagine owning a restaurant without having to worry about working late nights, dealing with alcoholic beverages or evening emergency calls. One that is closed by 4 pm each afternoon and that frees up your evenings for family, friends or doing whatever you want to do.

This is the lifestyle of Thumbs Up Diner franchise owners. It is also the lifestyle of your employees and managers — allowing you to attract a skilled and committed staff.

A Unique Franchise Opportunity

Short Operating Hours: Thumbs Up Diner is a restaurant that has a focus on breakfast, meaning it has a daytime schedule with a 4 pm closing time.

As a franchisee, your investment in time is limited, which leaves plenty of time to enjoy your family and have a life outside of work. In other words, you’ll own your business — not the other way around.

Limited Competition

There may be a half dozen pizza, burger and sandwich restaurants within a 3-mile radius of most restaurants, but in many cases there are no breakfast-oriented restaurant. Your breakfast-focused menu allows you to separate yourself from the competition.

Signature Menu

With a mix of regulars including neighbors, business people, families and daters, Thumbs Up Diner is a great meeting place for any occasion with its casual atmosphere and friendly get-to-know-you service.

Whether stopping in for a cup of coffee or a full meal, Thumbs Up Diner quickly becomes a part of people’s lives.