Famous Dave’s of America, Inc. develops, owns, operates, and franchises barbeque restaurants under the Famous Dave’s name. It offers smoked, barbequed, and grilled meats, as well as entrée items and delicious side dishes that are prepared using prepared proprietary seasonings, sauces, and mixes. The company operates full-service and counter-service restaurants. As of March 5, 2018, it owned 16 locations and franchised 135 restaurants in 32 states, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Canada, and the United Arab Emirates. Famous Dave’s of America, Inc. was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota.