Chain Vs Franchise Restaurants: What's The Difference? - Chowhound

EWY Media/Shutterstock Whether you're a connoisseur of the cheapest fast food restaurants or prefer frequenting places like the Boston Market and Texas Roadhouse, you're probably familiar with the concept of chain restaurants. But what most people don't know is that they're different from franchises. Although the terms are often used interchangeably, there are a few significant differences between the two. Most…