Two restaurant stocks with long-term expansion opportunities are Dutch Bros (NYSE: BROS) and Cava Group (NYSE: CAVA). In 2025, Cava shares dropped by 50%, while Dutch Bros shares rose by 15%. Cava faced challenges in Q2 and Q3, with slower same-store sales growth and declining profit margins. However, Cava aims to open 1,000 locations by 2032. Dutch Bros saw success in 2025 and plans to introduce hot food items in 2026, aiming to boost sales and expand its number of locations. With a focus on growth and innovation, Dutch Bros is positioned as a top restaurant growth stock for the upcoming year.

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