Grocery Outlet is Ohio’s fastest-growing brand in Yelp’s 2026 analysis, placing ahead of 7 Brew, Wingstop, Smoothie King and Paris Baguette. Yelp released the report on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, after comparing business and consumer activity in 2025 with 2024.

The ranking combined net new business openings, changes in Yelp searches and consumer activity, including business-page views, photo uploads and reviews.

Why Grocery Outlet ranked No. 1 in Ohio

The discount grocery chain led the Ohio ranking and placed No. 27 nationally. Grocery Outlet operates more than 500 locations across the United States, and its state ranking reflects increased attention to value-focused grocery shopping.

7 Brew and Wingstop follow in Ohio

Drive-thru coffee chain 7 Brew ranked second in Ohio and first nationwide. The company has more than 700 U.S. locations and has expanded through a model focused on fast service and customizable drinks.

Wingstop ranked third in Ohio and No. 10 nationally. The fast-casual chicken chain operates more than 3,000 restaurants worldwide.

Smoothie King and Paris Baguette complete the top five

Smoothie King ranked fourth in Ohio and second nationally. The smoothie chain has more than 1,200 U.S. locations.

Paris Baguette placed fifth in Ohio and fifth nationally. The South Korea-based bakery and cafe chain operates more than 4,000 locations worldwide.

The national top 10 also included Bojangles, Sprouts Farmers Market, Boot Barn, Bob’s Discount Furniture, Black Rock Coffee Bar and Nothing Bundt Cakes.

Ohio’s ranking shows how store expansion, online searches and customer engagement can combine to indicate brand momentum. For consumers and business observers, the list offers a snapshot of the grocery, coffee, restaurant and bakery chains attracting increased attention across the state.