5 High Growth Restaurant Stocks for 2026

In this article, we will list the 5 high-growth restaurant stocks for 2026. Please visit 8 High-Growth Restaurant Stocks for 2026 if you would like to see the extended list and the methodology behind it.

5. Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR)

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR) is among the 8 High-Growth Restaurant Stocks for 2026. On March 2, Truist Securities lifted the price target on Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR) to $87, up from $83, and maintained a Buy rating. The firm appeared more positive on the company’s long-term growth potential after the Investor Day presentation.

While highlighting Burger King U.S.’s turnaround pace, Truist Securities noted a clear plan for new store expansion in Burger King China through a new joint-venture partner and sustained momentum in Tim Hortons Canada. What’s interesting is that Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR) is making its business model more efficient by becoming investment-grade and shifting away from M&A. According to the firm, the company aims to return significant cash to its shareholders, nearly 4.6% of its market capitalization in 2026.

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A day later, Brian Harbour from Morgan Stanley slightly increased the price target on Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR) to $78 from $77 and reiterated an Equal Weight rating. As reported by TheFly, this followed the firm’s model revision to better reflect the updates presented at the investor day. Morgan Stanley still considers this a show-me story, even as it gains some credibility with algorithms.

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR), incorporated in 1954, is a Florida-based quick service restaurant company operating through six segments: Tim Hortons, Burger King, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Firehouse Subs, International, and Restaurant Holdings.