The complete guide
The Well.now restaurant directory lists every US chain we cover in one searchable grid. You can search by name, filter by cuisine, set a minimum community rating, limit results by the lowest known price or lowest calorie item, and sort the list in several ways. Each card links to the chain's menu and nutrition facts, its reviews, the nutrition calculator and the chain's official website.
This guide explains each filter, what the numbers on a card mean and how to use the directory to compare restaurants before you decide where to eat.
Searching by name
Type any part of a chain's name in the search box and the grid updates as you type. Search works together with the other filters, so you can search within a cuisine or within a calorie limit. If nothing appears, clear the search or press reset to remove every filter at once.
Filtering by cuisine
The cuisine filter groups chains by type, such as burgers, chicken, Mexican, sandwiches, coffee, pizza, bakery cafe, breakfast and Italian. Use it to compare like with like. For example, choose breakfast to see pancake and diner chains side by side, or coffee to compare drinks and pastries.
Minimum rating
The rating filter uses community ratings only. These are averages of the reviews diners post on our community page. We do not copy star ratings from other websites. If a chain has no community posts yet, it has no rating, and a rating filter will hide it. When the filter returns nothing, the directory explains why.
As more people share reviews, ratings become more useful. If you have eaten at a chain recently, posting a review helps everyone using the directory.
Price and calorie filters
The price filter uses the lowest verified price on each chain's menu. Most chains do not publish national prices, so many show Varies and will be hidden by a price limit. The calorie filter uses the lowest calorie item we list for each chain, which helps you find places with at least one lighter option.
- Price filter: only chains with at least one verified price
- Calorie filter: lowest calorie item on our list for the chain
- Both filters can be combined with search and cuisine
Sorting the list
Sort by community rating, number of reviews, lowest price, lowest calories or name. Sorting by lowest calories is a quick way to find chains with a light option. Sorting by most reviewed shows where the community has shared the most experiences. Name sorting is handy when you know roughly what you are looking for.
Reading a directory card
Each card shows the chain's name, cuisine, a preview image or logo, and summary details such as the community rating when available. Buttons take you to the menu with nutrition facts, reviews, the nutrition calculator and the official site. The menu page shows the source and last-checked date for every number.
Tips for comparing restaurants
Decide what matters most for this meal, such as calories, protein, sodium or cost, then filter for it. Open two or three brand pages in new tabs to compare similar items. Check serving sizes in item names. Finally, add your top choice to the nutrition calculator to see the full meal total, including sides and drinks.
Using the directory with other tools
The directory is a starting point. Once you have narrowed your options, open each chain's brand page for the full menu table and sources. Add your favorite items to the nutrition calculator to see the whole meal. If you are tracking a daily target, run the calorie budget planner first so you know how much room the meal has. Check the community page for recent prices and experiences from diners near you.
Moving between these pages takes only a few clicks, and each one shows where its numbers come from.
How the directory grows
We add chains as we verify their official US nutrition data, so the directory will keep growing. New chains appear in search, filters and sorting as soon as they are added. Community ratings will also fill in over time as more diners post reviews. If a filter shows few results today, it is likely because the data is still being built, not because chains are missing on purpose.
Choosing between similar chains
When two chains look similar in the directory, the details decide. Compare the lowest calorie item on each, then open both brand pages and look at the items you would actually order. Check which chain offers a grilled or smaller option, which keeps sodium lower and which has verified prices near you. Community reviews can settle the rest by showing how each chain performs in practice, from service speed to portion size and consistency across locations.
If both chains suit your goal, consider convenience, location and price, then build the order in the calculator to confirm it fits.
Frequently asked questions
Why are some chains hidden by the price filter?
They have no verified prices yet, so they show Varies and cannot be compared on price.
Why does the rating filter return nothing?
Ratings come only from community posts. Chains without posts have no rating yet.
Does the directory include all restaurant types?
It includes every chain on Well.now, across fast food, fast casual, coffee, pizza, bakery, breakfast and casual dining.
How do I clear filters?
Press reset to return every filter and sort option to its default.
Can I suggest a chain?
Yes. Email be@well.now with its name and a link to its official nutrition information.
Can I filter by state?
Not yet. All chains listed operate in the US, and most have locations nationwide.
Why do some cards show a logo instead of a preview?
Some restaurant websites block the screenshot service we use for previews, so those cards show the brand logo or name instead.
Is the directory free to use?
Yes. Searching, filtering and opening brand pages are all free, with no account needed.
The takeaway
Search, filter by cuisine and calories, sort the results and open the brand pages that fit. Ratings come only from real community posts, and prices appear only when verified.