10-Q

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, DC 20549

FORM 10-Q

Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2014

Commission File Number: 001-35570

CHANTICLEER HOLDINGS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware	20-2932652
(State or Jurisdiction of	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
Incorporation or Organization)

7621 Little Avenue, Suite 414, Charlotte, NC 28226

(Address of principal executive offices) (zip code)

(704) 366-5122

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter periods as the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes x No ¨.

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes x No ¨.

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer ¨ Accelerated filer ¨ Non-accelerated filer ¨ Smaller reporting company x

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ¨ No x.

The number of shares outstanding of registrant’s common stock, par value $.0001 per share, as of November 7, 2014, was 7,240,333 shares.

Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

INDEX

		Page
		No.
Part I	Financial Information
Item 1:	Financial Statements
	Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of September 30, 2014 (unaudited) and December 31, 2013	3
	Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations – For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013	4
	Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows – For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013	6
	Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements	8
Item 2:	Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations	33
Item 3:	Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk	46
Item 4:	Controls and Procedures	46
Part II	Other Information	48
Item 1:	Legal Proceedings
Item 1A:	Risk Factors
Item 2:	Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
Item 3:	Defaults Upon Senior Securities
Item 4:	Mine Safety Disclosures
Item 5:	Other Information
Item 6:	Exhibits
Signatures

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Part I: FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1: FINANCIAL StatemenTS

Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

	September 30,			December 31,
	2014			2013
ASSETS		(Unaudited)
Current assets:
Cash	$	322,770		$	442,694
Accounts receivable		386,145			227,181
Other receivable		44,494			50,380
Inventories		542,344			381,408
Due from related parties		108,417			116,305
Prepaid expenses and other current assets		510,694			495,165
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS		1,914,864			1,713,133
Property and equipment, net		14,591,942			5,620,189
Goodwill		18,191,967			6,496,756
Intangible assets, net		3,751,653			3,424,632
Investments at fair value		35,362			55,112
Other investments		1,550,000			2,491,963
Deposits and other assets		463,455			285,821
TOTAL ASSETS	$	40,499,243		$	20,087,606
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Current maturities of long-term debt and notes payable	$	2,092,005		$	835,454
Current maturities of convertible note payable, net of discount of $136,908		363,092			-
Derivative liability		1,513,500			2,146,000
Accounts payable and accrued expenses		5,368,606			2,425,873
Current maturities of capital leases payable		85,728			59,162
Deferred rent		132,180			53,303
Loan payable		951,360			-
Due to related parties		186,627			12,191
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES		10,693,098			5,531,983
Convertible notes payable, net of discount of $ 1,833,333 and
$2,583,333, respectively		1,166,667			416,667
Capital leases payable, less current maturities		60,284			105,918
Deferred rent		1,857,763			1,055,138
Deferred tax liabilities		1,242,975			1,340,000
Long-term debt, less current maturities		5,016,715			398,906
TOTAL LIABILITIES		20,037,502			8,848,612
Commitments and contingencies (Note 10)
Stockholders' equity:
Common stock:  $0.0001 par value; authorized 45,000,000
shares; issued and outstanding 6,978,061 and 5,387,897 shares at
September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively		700			541
Additional paid in capital		32,615,110			25,404,994
Other comprehensive income (loss)		146,880			(88,370	)
Accumulated deficit		(17,885,631	)		(14,472,816	)
Non-controlling interest		5,584,682			394,645
TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY		20,461,741			11,238,994
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY	$	40,499,243		$	20,087,606

See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.      

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Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations

(Unaudited)

	For the Three Months Ended
	September 30,
	2014			2013
Revenue:
Restaurant sales, net	$	9,067,744		$	1,581,245
Gaming sales, net		141,156			-
Management fee income - non-affiliates		417,842			25,000
Total revenue		9,626,742			1,606,245
Expenses:
Restaurant cost of sales		3,062,628			577,299
Restaurant operating expenses		5,197,890			920,630
Restaurant pre-opening expenses		62,293			7,337
General and administrative expenses		1,426,461			948,035
Depreciation and amortization		465,819			129,126
Total expenses		10,215,091			2,582,427
Loss from operations		(588,349	)		(976,182	)
Other income (expense)
Equity in losses of investments		-			(13,131	)
Dividend income		438,607			-
Change in fair value of derivative liabilities		221,000			(75,900	)
Interest expense		(581,215	)		(383,595	)
Total other income (expense)		78,392			(472,626	)
Loss from operations before income taxes		(509,957	)		(1,448,808	)
(Benefit) expense for income taxes		(19,726	)		6,019
Net loss		(490,231	)		(1,454,827	)
Less: Net (income) loss attributable to non-controlling interest		(61,209	)		31,355
Net loss attributable to Chanticleer Holdings, Inc.	$	(551,440	)	$	(1,423,472	)
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities (none applies to non-controlling interest)	$	-		$	(7,922	)
Foreign translation income		177,219			15,841
Other comprehensive loss	$	(374,221	)	$	(1,415,553	)
Net loss attributable to Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. per common share, basic and diluted:	$	(0.08	)	$	(0.38	)
Weighted average shares outstanding, basic and diluted		6,628,011			3,704,526

See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.

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Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations

(Unaudited)

	For the Nine Months Ended
	September 30,
	2014			2013
Revenue:
Restaurant sales, net	$	21,433,613		$	4,864,410
Gaming income, net		272,391			-
Management fee income - non-affiliates		467,993			75,000
Total revenue		22,173,997			4,939,410
Expenses:
Restaurant cost of sales		7,500,535			1,840,535
Restaurant operating expenses		12,471,771			2,833,035
Restaurant pre-opening expenses		323,274			17,538
General and administrative expenses		4,307,257			2,313,883
Depreciation and amortization		1,243,195			373,226
Total expenses		25,846,032			7,378,217
Loss from operations		(3,672,035	)		(2,438,807	)
Other income (expense)
Equity in losses of investments		(40,694	)		(46,184	)
Gain on extinguishment of debt		-			70,900
Dividend income		446,445			3,785
Realized gains		101,472			-
Change in fair value of derivative liabilities		925,200			(75,900	)
Interest expense		(1,268,756	)		(438,941	)
Total other income (expense)		163,667			(486,340	)
Loss from operations before income taxes		(3,508,368	)		(2,925,147	)
(Benefit) expense for income taxes		(27,235	)		27,216
Consolidated net loss		(3,481,133	)		(2,952,363	)
Less: Net loss attributable to non-controlling interest		68,318			84,114
Net loss attributable to Chanticleer Holdings, Inc.	$	(3,412,815	)	$	(2,868,249	)
Other comprehensive (loss) income:
Unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities (none applies to non-controlling interest)	$	(15,527	)	$	(44,887	)
Foreign translation income		228,384			70,756
Other comprehensive loss	$	(3,199,958	)	$	(2,842,380	)
Net loss per attributable to Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. per common share, basic and diluted:	$	(0.54	)	$	(0.77	)
Weighted average shares outstanding, basic and diluted		6,279,688			3,701,804

See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.

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Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(Unaudited)

	Nine Months Ended
	September 30,
	2014			2013
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss	$	(3,481,133	)	$	(2,952,363	)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization		1,243,195			373,226
Equity in losses of investments		40,694			46,184
Common stock issued for services		354,617			124,720
Amortization of debt discount		930,392			316,867
Derivative liability adjustment		(925,200	)		75,900
Decrease in deferred tax liability		(97,025	)		-
Increase in deferred rent		3,431			14,670
Amortization of warrants		152,325			272,529
Gain on debt extinguishment		-			(70,900	)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
(Increase) decrease in accounts and other receivables		(244,553	)		46,427
Decrease in prepaid expenses and other assets		(107,161	)		(108,942	)
Decrease in inventory		33,845			86,496
Increase in accounts payable and accrued expenses		3,215,111			93,397
Advance from related parties for working capital		-			52
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities		1,118,538			(1,681,737	)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Franchise costs		-			(75,000	)
Cash acquired in acquisitions		27,527			53,684
Restricted cash		-			(3,000,000	)
Repayments of investments		-			98,434
Purchase of property and equipment		(3,569,775	)		(86,919	)
Net cash used in investing activities		(3,542,248	)		(3,009,801	)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Loan proceeds		1,458,308			3,342,000
Advances from investors and partners		-			575,000
Decrease in other liabilities		-			(270,646	)
Proceeds from common stock issuances		835,000			-
Subsidiary capital received		33,500			-
Capital lease and loan payments		(142,906	)		(36,821	)
Net cash provided by financing activities		2,183,902			3,609,533
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash		119,884			71,431
Net change in cash		(119,924	)		(1,010,574	)
Cash, beginning of period		442,694			1,223,803
Cash, end of period	$	322,770		$	213,229

See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.

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Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, continued

(Unaudited)

	Nine Months Ended
	September 30,
	2014			2013
Supplemental cash flow information:
Cash paid for interest and income taxes:
Interest	$	63,503		$	43,920
Income taxes		1,776			-
Non-cash investing and financing activities:
Purchase of equipment using capital leases	$	-		$	53,943
Purchases of businesses:
Current assets excluding cash and cash equivalents	$	636,894		$	274,211
Property and equipment		7,945,152			2,948,102
Goodwill		11,930,766			1,653,016
Trade name/trademarks/franchise fees		559,304			1,784,443
Deposits and other assets		136,025			98,035
Liabilities assumed		(4,286,392	)		(1,490,288	)
Non-controlling interest		(4,753,288	)		-
Chanticleer equity		(6,917,682	)		-
Common stock and warrants issued		(5,278,306	)		(5,321,203	)
Cash received in excess of cash paid in acquisition	$	27,527		$	53,684

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Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

(Unaudited)

1. Nature of Business

Organization

Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) was organized on October 21, 1999, under its original name, Tulvine Systems, Inc., under the laws of the State of Delaware. Tulvine Systems, Inc. had limited operations and was considered a development stage company until July 2005. On April 25, 2005, Tulvine Systems, Inc. formed a wholly owned subsidiary, Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. On May 2, 2005, Tulvine Systems, Inc. merged with and changed its name to Chanticleer Holdings, Inc.

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries, Chanticleer Advisors, LLC, (“Advisors”), Avenel Ventures, LLC ("Ventures"), Chanticleer Holdings Limited ("CHL"), Chanticleer Holdings Australia Pty, Ltd. (“CHA”), Chanticleer Investment Partners, LLC (“CIP”), DineOut SA Ltd. ("DineOut”), Chanticleer and Shaw Foods (Pty) Ltd. (“C&S”), Kiarabrite (Pty) Ltd (“KPL”), Dimaflo (Pty) Ltd (“DFLO”), Tundraspex (Pty) Ltd (“TPL”), Civisign (Pty) Ltd (“CPL”), Dimalogix (Pty) Ltd (“DLOG”), Pulse Time Trade (Pty) Ltd. (“PTT”), Crown Restaurants Kft. (“CRK”), American Roadside Burgers, Inc. (“ARB”), West End Wings Ltd. (“WEW”), JF Restaurants, L.L.C (“JFR”), JF Franchising Systems, L.L.C. (“JFFS”), Tacoma Wings, LLC, Jantzen Beach Wings, LLC, Oregon Owl’s Nest, LLC, Dallas Spoon, LLC, Dallas Spoon Beverage, LLC, Hoot Campbelltown Pty. Ltd., Hoot Surfers Paradise Pty. Ltd. and Hoot Townsville Pty. Ltd. (collectively referred to as the “Company”). On July 11, 2013, the names of DFLO, CPL and DLOG were changed in South Africa to Hooters Umhlanga (Pty.) Ltd., Hooters CapeTown (Pty.) Ltd., and Hooters Emperors Palace (Pty.) Ltd., respectively. On August 30, 2013, January 8, 2014, and June 4, 2014 the names of KPL, C&S and PTT were changed to Hooters SA (Pty) Ltd., Chanticleer South Africa (Pty) Ltd. and Hooters PE, respectively. On April 1, 2014, the Company increased its ownership in the Australian Hooters entities, Hoot Campbelltown Pty. Ltd., Hoot Surfers Paradise Pty. Ltd. and Hoot Townsville Pty. Ltd., from 49% to 60%. On July 1, 2014, we purchased 60% of Hoot Parramatta Pty Ltd, Hoot Australia Pty Ltd, Hoot Penrith Pty Ltd, and TMIX Management Australia Pty Ltd. All significant inter-company balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”).

The Company has a calendar year-end reporting date of December 31. The accounts of two of its subsidiaries, JFR and WEW, are consolidated based on either a 52- or 53-week period ending on the Sunday closest to each December 31. No events occurred related to the difference between the Company’s reporting calendar year-end and the Company’s two subsidiaries year-end of December 29, 2013 that materially affected the Company’s financial position, results of operations, or cash flows. For the quarter ended September 30, 2013, the Company and all of its consolidated subsidiaries reported on a calendar quarter-end. For the quarter ended September 30, 2014, the Company and all subsidiaries reported on a calendar quarter-end with the exception of two non-calendar year-end subsidiaries, whose fiscal quarter each consisted of operations commencing December 30, 2013 and ending September 28, 2014 and October 5, 2014, respectively. No events occurred between these periods and September 30, 2014 that materially affect the Company’s financial position, results of operations, or cash flows.

GENERAL

The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements included in this report have been prepared by the Company pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) for interim reporting and include all adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring adjustments) that are, in the opinion of management, necessary for a fair presentation. These condensed consolidated financial statements have not been audited. The results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 are not necessarily indicative of the operating results for the full year.

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Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations for interim reporting. The Company believes that the disclosures contained herein are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. However, these financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013 filed with the SEC on March 31, 2014. Certain amounts for the prior year have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation.

LIQUIDITY, MANAGEMENT’S PLANS AND GOING CONCERN

The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. At September 30, 2014, the Company had current assets of $1,914,864, current liabilities of $10,693,098, and a working capital deficit of $8,778,234. The Company incurred a loss of $3,412,815 during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and had an unrealized loss from available-for-sale securities of $15,527 and foreign currency translation gains of $228,384, resulting in a comprehensive loss of $3,199,958. The Company has historically met its liquidity requirements through the sale of equity and debt securities, sale of certain investments, and has also obtained funding at the subsidiary level for certain locations and joint ventures. The Company anticipates raising additional capital from one or more such sources during the remainder of 2014, although there can be no assurance that it will be able to do so.

The Company's general and administrative expenses were $4,307,257 for the first nine months of 2014, including $506,942 non-cash expenses comprised of common stock issued for services and amortization of warrants. The Company expects costs to remain flat for the last quarter of 2014 as we continue to expand our footprint domestically and internationally for 2014 and beyond, however we expect costs to decrease as a percent of sales. Effective October 1, 2011, the Company acquired majority control of the initial three restaurants in South Africa and began consolidating these operations. In August 2012, the Company opened a restaurant in Budapest, Hungary, and earns 80% of the operating results with our operating partner earning 20%. Domestically in 2013 the Company purchased 100% of ARB on September 30, 2013 and also purchased a similar restaurant called The Burger Company in Charlotte, NC on September 9, 2014, and 56% of JFR and JFFS, owners of Just Fresh, a Charlotte, North Carolina-based casual dining concept, in December 2013. Effective November 7, 2013, the Company acquired 100% of an existing Hooters restaurant in Nottingham, England. On January 31, 2014, the Company closed the purchases of 100% of two Hooters restaurants in the states of Washington and Oregon and a gaming facility operated through the Oregon Lottery system, as well as Spoon Bar and Kitchen in Dallas, Texas. In March 2013, the Company closed its investment management business, which saved us approximately $50,000 per quarter starting fully in the third quarter of 2013. Historically, the Company also has earned 49% of the operating results with our operating partner earning 51% in our Hooters location opened in January 2012 in Campbelltown, Australia, a suburb of Sydney. During April 2014, the Company purchased an additional 11% of the Hooters location in Campbelltown from our Australian partner, increasing our ownership to 60%. Construction is also recently completed or underway on two additional Hooters Australia locations under the same terms (the Company will hold a 60% interest in each). The first site in Surfers Paradise opened to the public on July 14, 2014 and the second site in Townsville is expected to open late in the fourth quarter of 2014 or early in 2015. The Company also has a 5% interest in Beacher’s Madhouse, a variety show, which opened in Las Vegas, Nevada at the end of 2013.

The Company has a note with a balance at September 30, 2014 of $187,393 owed to its bank which is due on October 10, 2018 with monthly principal and interest payments of $4,406. In April 2013, the Company secured a $500,000 line of credit which is due on May 10, 2015 (original maturity date was August 10, 2014). As of September 30, 2014, the balance on the line of credit is $500,000. In February 2014 the Company secured a note with a bank for $500,000 which is due on June 10, 2019 (original maturity date of August 10, 2014). The Company also has $3,000,000 of convertible debt which the Company used for our purchase of the Hooters Nottingham (United Kingdom) location. On August 2, 2013, the Company entered into an agreement with seven individual accredited investors, whereby the Company issued separate 6% Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes for a total of $3,000,000 in a private offering. These investors received 3 year warrants to purchase 300,000 shares of the Company’s common stock at $3.00 per share. The conversion feature of the convertible debt and warrants was recorded as a derivative liability. The Company closed the purchase of Hooters Nottingham on November 6, 2013 and began operating the restaurant on November 7, 2013. In March 2014, the Company received proceeds of $500,000 from convertible debt which was used for continuing the Company’s growth and for working capital. The investor was issued 15% Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes and received five-year warrants to purchase up to 30% of the number of shares of common stock issued upon conversion of the 2014 note exercisable at $5.25 per share. The conversion feature of the convertible debt was recorded as a derivative liability. In addition the Company has notes with a balance at September 30, 2014 of $200,000 owed to two outside companies which have matured on February 23, 2014 and July 11, 2014. An extension for both notes is currently being negotiated and payment has not been demanded. The Company’s South African subsidiaries have bank overdraft and term facilities of $721,327, including a mortgage for a site we purchased in Port Elizabeth for our next Hooters location. ARB had a bank note payable of $10,249 due on August 5, 2014 which has been repaid in full. On July 1, 2014, pursuant to Purchase Agreements executed on June 30, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of a sixty percent (60%) ownership interest in Hoot Parramatta Pty Ltd, Hoot Australia Pty Ltd, Hoot Penrith Pty Ltd, and TMIX Management Australia Pty Ltd (collectively, the “Australian Entities”), which own, operate, and manage Hooters restaurant locations and gaming operations in Australia. The ownership interest in the Australian Entities was purchased from the respective entities in exchange for the Company agreeing to assume a five million dollar ($5,000,000) debt bearing interest at 12% annually and issuing two hundred fifty thousand (250,000) warrants to purchase shares of our common stock. Originally principal repayments were as follows: $2,000,000 on December 31, 2014, $2,000,000 on June 30, 2015, and $1,000,000 on December 31, 2015. On October 15, 2014, principal repayments were restructured whereby $650,000 is due by September 30, 2015, $3,350,000 by July 31, 2016, and the remaining $1,000,000 by January 31, 2017. The Company will issue $175,000 of the Company’s common stock (87,500 shares at $2.00 per share) and 87,500 common stock warrants at $3.50 per share exercise price in consideration for the debt restructuring, The Company plans to continue to use limited partnerships or other financing vehicles, if necessary, to fund its share of costs for additional Hooters and other restaurants.

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On October 17, 2013, the Company raised $2,500,000 in a private placement, pursuant to which the Company sold to the investors an aggregate of 666,667 Units at a purchase price of $3.75 per unit. Each Unit consisted of one share of the Company’s common stock and one five-year warrant, exercisable after twelve months, to purchase one share of common stock at an initial exercise price of $5.00. The Company employed a placement agent for the purpose of the private placement, and paid to the placement agent commissions in the total amount of $150,000 and five-year warrants convertible into an aggregate of 40,000 shares of the Company’s common stock.

On November 7, 2013, the Company entered into a Subscription Agreement with three accredited investors, pursuant to which the Company sold to the investors an aggregate of 160,000 Units at a purchase price of $5.00 per Unit, closing a $800,000 private placement. Each Unit consisted of one share of the Company’s common stock, $0.001 par value per share and one five- year warrant to purchase one share of common stock. One half (80,000) of the available warrants had at an initial exercise price of $5.50, while the remaining half (80,000) of the warrants had an initial exercise price of $7.00. The Company employed a placement agent for the purpose of the private placement, and paid to the placement agent commissions in the total amount of $32,000 and five-year warrants subject to the same terms as those issued under the above transaction, convertible into an aggregate of 6,400 shares of the Company’s common stock.

On January 31, 2013, the Company settled outstanding liabilities of approximately $170,000 from a South African bank, previously presented in our consolidated balance sheets in “other liabilities”. Upon making a payment of approximately $99,000, the Company received a release from all other bank liabilities, resulting in a total gain on extinguishment of debt of approximately $71,000, which is presented in our financial statements as other income.

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company raised from private investors $641,000 and $841,000 for the sale of 320,500 and 458,000 shares of common stock, respectively, and accompanying sales of 96,150 and 111,150 five-year common stock warrants exercisable at $3.50 per share, respectively.

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In order to execute the Company’s long-term growth strategy, which includes continued expansion of the Company’s business by acquisition development or construction, the Company will need to raise additional funds through public or private equity offerings, debt financings, or other means.

The current constraints of cash flow from operations and the requirements to raise funds raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. These condensed consolidated financial statements do not reflect any adjustments that might result from the outcome of these uncertainties.

2. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Revenue Recognition—In accordance with gaming industry practice, we recognize gaming revenues as the net win from gaming activities, net of taxes.

Business combination - For a business combination with an acquisition date on or after the beginning of the first annual reporting period beginning on or after December 15, 2008, the assets acquired, the liabilities assumed, and any non-controlling interest in the acquire are recognized at the acquisition date, measured at their fair values as of that date. In a business combination achieved in stages, the identifiable assets and liabilities, as well as the non-controlling interest in the acquiree, are recognized at the full amounts of their fair values. In a bargain purchase in which the total acquisition-date fair value of the identifiable net assets acquired exceeds the fair value of the consideration transferred plus any non-controlling interest in the acquire, that excess in earnings was recognized as a gain attributable to the Company.

Long-lived Assets

The Company accounts for our long-lived assets in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (“ ASC ”) 360, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets” (“ ASC 360 ”), which requires that long-lived assets be evaluated whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable or the useful life has changed. Some of the events or changes in circumstances that would trigger an impairment test include, but are not limited to;

· significant under-performance relative to expected and/or historical results (negative comparable sales growth or operating cash flows for two consecutive years);

· significant negative industry or economic trends;

· knowledge of transactions involving the sale of similar property at amounts below the Company’s carrying value; or

· the Company’s expectation to dispose of long-lived assets before the end of their estimated useful lives, even though the assets do not meet the criteria to be classified as “held for sale.”

Long-lived assets are grouped for recognition and measurement of impairment at the lowest level for which identifiable cash flows are largely independent of the cash flows of other assets. The impairment test for long-lived assets requires us to assess the recoverability of our long-lived assets by comparing their net carrying value to the sum of undiscounted estimated future cash flows directly associated with and arising from the Company’s use and eventual disposition of the assets. If the net carrying value of a group of long-lived assets exceeds the sum of related undiscounted estimated future cash flows, the Company would be required to record an impairment charge equal to the excess, if any, of net carrying value over fair value.

When assessing the recoverability of our long-lived assets, which include property and equipment and finite-lived intangible assets, the Company make assumptions regarding estimated future cash flows and other factors. Some of these assumptions involve a high degree of judgment and also bear a significant impact on the assessment conclusions. Included among these assumptions are estimating undiscounted future cash flows, including the projection of comparable sales, operating expenses, capital requirements for maintaining property and equipment and residual value of asset groups. The Company formulate estimates from historical experience and assumptions of future performance, based on business plans and forecasts, recent economic and business trends, and competitive conditions. In the event that our estimates or related assumptions change in the future, the Company may be required to record an impairment charge.

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The Company evaluates the remaining useful lives of long-lived assets and identifiable intangible assets whenever events or circumstances indicate that a revision to the remaining period of amortization is warranted. Such events or circumstances may include (but are not limited to): the effects of obsolescence, demand, competition, and/or other economic factors including the stability of the industry in which the Company operates, known technological advances, legislative actions, or changes in the regulatory environment. If the estimated remaining useful lives change, the remaining carrying amount of the long-lived assets and identifiable intangible assets would be amortized prospectively over that revised remaining useful life.

Goodwill

The Company reviews our goodwill for impairment annually, or more frequently if indicators of impairment exist. Goodwill is not subject to amortization and have been assigned to reporting units for purposes of impairment testing. The reporting units are our restaurant brands. 

A significant amount of judgment is involved in determining if an indicator of impairment has occurred. Such indicators may include, among others: a significant decline in the Company’s expected future cash flows; a sustained, significant decline in our stock price and market capitalization; a significant adverse change in legal factors or in the business climate; unanticipated competition; the testing for recoverability of a significant asset group within a reporting unit; and slower growth rates. Any adverse change in these factors could have a significant impact on the recoverability of these assets and could have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements

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The goodwill impairment test involves a two-step process. The first step is a comparison of each reporting unit’s fair value to its carrying value. The Company estimates fair value using the best information available, including market information and discounted cash flow projections (also referred to as the income approach). The income approach uses a reporting unit’s projection of estimated operating results and cash flows that is discounted using a weighted-average cost of capital that reflects current market conditions. The projection uses management’s best estimates of economic and market conditions over the projected period including growth rates in sales, costs and number of units, estimates of future expected changes in operating margins and cash expenditures. Other significant estimates and assumptions include terminal value growth rates, future estimates of capital expenditures and changes in future working capital requirements. The Company validate our estimates of fair value under the income approach by comparing the values to fair value estimates using a market approach. A market approach estimates fair value by applying cash flow and sales multiples to the reporting unit’s operating performance. The multiples are derived from comparable publicly traded companies with similar operating and investment characteristics of the reporting units.

If the fair value of the reporting unit is higher than its carrying value, goodwill is deemed not to be impaired, and no further testing is required. If the carrying value of the reporting unit is higher than its fair value, there is an indication that impairment may exist and the second step must be performed to measure the amount of impairment loss. The amount of impairment is determined by comparing the implied fair value of reporting unit goodwill to the carrying value of the goodwill in the same manner as if the reporting unit was being acquired in a business combination. Specifically, fair value is allocated to all of the assets and liabilities of the reporting unit, including any unrecognized intangible assets, in a hypothetical analysis that would calculate the implied fair value of goodwill. If the implied fair value of goodwill is less than the recorded goodwill, the Company would record an impairment loss for the difference.

Except for the above changes, there have been no material changes to our significant accounting policies previously disclosed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013.

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LOSS PER COMMON SHARE

The Company is required to report both basic earnings per share, which is based on the weighted-average number of shares outstanding and diluted earnings per share, which is based on the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding plus all diluted shares outstanding.

The following table summarizes the number of common shares potentially issuable upon the exercise of certain warrants, convertible notes payable and convertible interest as of September 30, 2014 and 2013, that have been excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per common share since the effect would be antidilutive.

	As of September 30,
	2014		2013
Warrants		8,695,048		6,241,458
Convertible notes payable		1,916,559		-
Convertible interest		88,649		-
Totals		10,700,256		6,241,458

RECLASSIFICATIONS

Certain amounts in the prior period have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation. These reclassifications have no effect on previously reported results of operations or loss per share.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

In March 2013, the FASB issued ASU 2013-05, "Foreign Currency Matters" ("ASU 2013-05"). The amendments in ASU 2013-05 resolve the diversity in practice about whether current literature applies to the release of the cumulative translation adjustment into net income when a parent either sells a part or all of its investment in a foreign entity or no longer holds a controlling financial interest in a subsidiary or group of assets that is a nonprofit activity or a business within a foreign entity. In addition, the amendments in ASU 2013-05 resolve the diversity in practice for the treatment of business combinations achieved in stages (sometimes also referred to as step acquisitions) involving a foreign entity. ASU 2013-05 is effective prospectively for fiscal years and interim reporting periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2013.

Deferred tax liability and asset were recognized for the deferred tax consequences of differences between the tax bases and the recognized values of assets acquired and liabilities assumed in a business combination in accordance with ASC Topic 740, “Income Taxes”.

The FASB has issued ASU 2014-08, Reporting Discontinued Operations and Disclosures of Disposals of Components of an Entity, which includes amendments that change the requirements for reporting discontinued operations and requires additional disclosures about discontinued operations. Under the new guidance, only disposals representing a strategic shift in operations should be presented as discontinued operations. The guidance is effective for annual periods beginning on or after December 15, 2014. The adoption of this standard is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position and results of operations.

In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-15, “Presentation of Financial Statements – Going Concern (Subtopic 205-40): Disclosure of Uncertainties about an Entity’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern” (“ASU 2014-15”). ASU 2014-15, which is effective for annual reporting periods ending after December 15, 2016, extends the responsibility for performing the going-concern assessment to management and contains guidance on how to perform a going-concern assessment and when going-concern disclosures would be required under U.S. GAAP. The adoption of this pronouncement is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements.

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There are several other new accounting pronouncements issued by FASB which are not yet effective. Each of these pronouncements has been or will be adopted, as applicable, by the Company. At September 30, 2014, none of these pronouncements are expected to have a material effect on the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of the Company.

3. ACQUISITIONS

The Company completed the following acquisitions:

· American Roadside Burgers, effective September 30, 2013;

· West End Wings, LTD (Hooters Nottingham), effective November 7, 2013;

· 56% ownership interest in Just Fresh, effective December 10, 2013;

· Tacoma Wings, LLC, Jantzen Beach Wings, LLC and Oregon Owl’s Nest, LLC, effective January 31, 2014; and

· Dallas Spoon, LLC and Dallas Spoon Beverage, LLC, effective January 31, 2014.

· Hoot Campbelltown Pty. Ltd., Hoot Surfers Paradise Pty. Ltd. and Hoot Townsville Pty. Ltd., step acquisition from 49% to 60% effective April 1, 2014.

· 60% ownership interest in Hoot Parramatta Pty Ltd, Hoot Australia Pty Ltd, Hoot Penrith Pty Ltd, and TMIX Management Australia Pty Ltd., effective July 1, 2014.

· The Burger Company, LLC, effective September 9, 2014.

In connection with the acquisition of the restaurants, the Company analyzed each acquisition to determine the purchase price allocation in consideration of all identifiable intangibles.  Based on our evaluation, there were no marketing related assets, customer related intangibles or contract based arrangements for which the purchase price would be required to be allocated.  For marketing related assets, the Company did not acquire any trademarks or trade names (for Hooters acquisitions) or enter into any non-compete agreements. The Company is however required to pay royalties based on future sales. For acquisitions other than Hooters restaurants, the value of any trademark/tradename, was calculated using a relief of royalty method considering future franchise opportunities, and the value was determined to be de minimus. With respect to customer related intangibles, the Company did not acquire any customer lists or enter into any customer contractual arrangements nor did the Company enter into any licensing or royalty arrangements requiring a further allocation of the purchase price. The premium paid for the businesses represents the economic value which is not captured by other assets such as the reputation of the businesses, the value of its human capital, its future growth potential and its professional management. The acquisition of these businesses will help the Company expand its domestic operations and presence.

American Roadside Burgers (“ARB”)

On September 30, 2013, the Company entered into an agreement and plan of merger with ARB, whereby the Company acquired 100% of the outstanding shares of ARB. In exchange, the Company issued 740,000 shares of its common stock and warrants to acquire 740,000 shares of common stock for $5.00 per share. The warrants are exercisable beginning October 1, 2014 until September 30, 2018. In connection with this acquisition and the related management team, the Company acquired a strategic opportunity to participate in a high-growth space with an already established brand. The Company plans to continue to expand the American Roadside chain as future opportunities are presented, which has the potential to bring revenue and profits to the Company. During March and April 2014, the Company began doing business as American Burger Co. at the two Charlotte ARB locations.

The shares issued in connection with the acquisition were valued based on the Company’s closing stock market price on September 30, 2013, the date the acquisition was consummated. For the fair value of the warrants issued, we used the following inputs in the application of the Black-Scholes Option Pricing model:

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· Current equity value: Our common stock, ticker HOTR on NASDAQ closing price on September 30, 2013, the valuation date, was $4.88.

· Strike price of the warrants: Per the warrant agreement, the strike price was $5.00.

· Time to maturity: The term of the warrants was calculated based on the time until the expiration date, which per the warrant agreement is five years.

· Volatility of the underlying asset: The volatility utilized in the analysis of the warrants was 55.0%, based on our analysis of industry peers.

· Risk-free rate of interest of: The risk-free interest rate was based on the rate of treasury securities with a similar term as the warrants, and was 1.39%.

The Black-Scholes option valuation model is used to estimate the fair value of the warrants or options granted. The model includes subjective input assumptions that can materially affect the fair value estimates. The Company determined the fair value of the Binomial Lattice Model and the Black-Scholes Valuation Model to be materially the same. The expected stock price volatility for the Company’s warrants was determined by the historical volatilities for industry peers and used an average of those volatilities.  The risk free interest rate was obtained from U.S. Treasury rates for the applicable periods. The contractual terms of the agreement does not provide for and the Company does not expect to declare dividends in the near future.

There is inherent uncertainty in our forecasts and projections, and if we had made different assumptions and estimates than those described previously, the determined fair value of our common stock as of each of the valuation dates could have been materially different.

On September 9, 2014, the Company purchased 100% of the net assets of The Burger Company located in Charlotte, North Carolina, a similar concept to our ARB restaurants, for a purchase price of $550,000, which consisted of $250,000 in cash and $300,000 in the Company’s common stock.

West End Wings (“WEW” or “Hooters Nottingham”)

On November 6, 2013, the Company closed the purchase of West End Wings LTD, which is the owner of the Nottingham, England Hooters restaurant location. The purchase price paid by the Company for WEW was $3,150,000.

The acquisition was accounted for using the purchase method of accounting in accordance with ASC 805 “Business Combinations”. The condensed consolidated statements of operations include the results of the Hooters Nottingham operations beginning November 7, 2013. The assets acquired and the liabilities assumed were recorded at November 6, 2013 at estimated fair values as determined by the Company’s management.

In connection with the acquisition of West End Wings, the Company analyzed the acquisition to determine the purchase price allocation in consideration of all identifiable intangibles.  Based on our evaluation, there were no marketing related assets or customer related intangibles for which the purchase price would be required to be allocated.  The Company is however required to pay royalties based on future sales. For marketing-related assets, the Company did not acquire the rights to any trademarks or trade names or enter into any non-compete agreements. The value of any franchise rights was determined to be de minimis given the franchise agreement provides no significant territorial exclusiveness and given the nominal value of any required franchise fees. The premium paid for the business represents the economic value which is not captured by other assets such as the reputation of the business, the value of its human capital, its future growth potential and its professional management. The acquisition of this business will help the Company expand its international operations.

Just Fresh (“JF”)

On November 5, 2013, the Company entered into a Subscription Agreement with JFR and JFFS, for the purchase of a 51% ownership interest in each entity, for a total purchase price of $560,000. The transaction closed on December 10, 2013 with the execution of an Assignment, Assumption, Joinder, and Amendment Agreement with both JFR and JFFS. On December 11, 2013, the Company purchased an additional 5% interest in both JFR and JFFS from an original interest holder for the total purchase price of $30,000, increasing the Company’s ownership interest in JFR and JFFS to a total of 56%.

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Just Fresh currently operates six restaurants in the Charlotte, North Carolina area that offer fresh-squeezed juices, gourmet coffee, fresh-baked goods and premium-quality, made-to-order sandwiches, salads and soups.

Tacoma Wings, Jantzen Beach Wings and Oregon Owl’s Nest (“Hooters Pacific NW”)

On January 31, 2014, pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger executed on December 31, 2013, the Company completed the acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of each of Tacoma Wings, LLC, Jantzen Beach Wings, LLC and Oregon Owl’s Nest, LLC, which owned and operated the Hooters restaurant locations in Tacoma, Washington and Portland, Oregon, respectively. These entities were purchased from Hooters of Washington, LLC and Hooters of Oregon Partners, LLC (collectively, the “Hooters Sellers”) for a total purchase price of 680,272 Company units, with each unit consisting of one share of the Company’s common stock and one five-year warrant to purchase a share of the Company’s common stock. Half of the warrants are exercisable at $5.50 and half of the warrants are exercisable at $7.00. As part of this transaction, the Hooters Sellers were granted registration rights with respect to the Company’s common stock issued and underlying the warrants, and franchise rights and leasehold rights to the locations were transferred to the Company.

Dallas Spoon and Dallas Spoon Beverage (“Spoon”)

Also on January 31, 2014, pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger executed on January 14, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of Dallas Spoon, LLC and Dallas Spoon Beverage, LLC from Express Restaurant Holdings, LLC and Express Restaurant Holdings Beverage, LLC. The purchase price of 195,000 Company units was paid to Express Working Capital, LLC (“EWC”); the units consist of one share of the Company’s common stock and one five-year warrant to purchase a share of the Company’s common stock. Half of the warrants are exercisable at $5.50 and half of the warrants are exercisable at $7.00. As part of this transaction, EWC was granted registration rights with respect to the Company’s common stock issued and underlying the warrants, and all leaseholds and other rights were transferred to the Company.

For the acquisitions of Hooters Pacific NW and Spoon, the fair value of the shares was the closing stock market price on January 31, 2014, the date the deal acquisition was consummated. The fair value of the warrants issued was determined using the Black-Scholes model. The model includes subjective input assumptions that can materially affect the fair value estimates. The Company determined the fair value of the Binomial Lattice Model and the Black-Scholes Valuation Model to be materially the same. The expected stock price volatility for the Company’s warrants was determined by the historical volatilities for industry peers and used an average of those volatilities.  The risk free interest rate was obtained from U.S. Treasury rates for the applicable periods. The contractual terms of the agreement does not provide for and the Company does not expect to declare dividends in the near future.

The assumptions were as follows:

Acquisitions of Hooters Pacific NW and Spoon:
Assumptions:
Risk-free interest rate	1.49	%
Expected life	5 years
Expected volatility	50.0	%
Dividends	0	%

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Campbelltown, Penrith, Parramatta, Surfers Paradise, and Townsville (“Hooters Australia”)

On April 1, 2014, the Company completed the step acquisition of Hooters Australia, increasing the Company’s ownership percentage from 49% to 60%. The location in Campbelltown, a suburb of Sydney, opened in January 2012; the location in Surfers Paradise, an iconic coastal tourist destination, opened on July 14, 2014; and we expect the location in Townsville, in the northeast part of Australia, to open in late 2014. On July 1, 2014, the Company acquired 60% of the two other Hooters restaurants in Australia, in Penrith and Parramatta, suburbs of Sydney, as well as a 60% interest in the related Australian management company. These entities own, operate, and manage Australian Hooters restaurants and gaming operations. The purchase price was the assumption of $5 million in debt. Also as part of the transaction, the Company will receive 100% of all gaming revenue until the debt is repaid, and thereafter the Company will receive 60% of such revenue for the remainder of the lifetime of the gaming machines.

The acquisitions were accounted for using the purchase method of accounting in accordance with ASC 805 “Business Combinations” and, accordingly, the condensed consolidated statements of operations include the results of these operations from the dates of acquisition. The assets acquired and the liabilities assumed were recorded at estimated fair values based on information currently available and based on certain assumptions as to future operations as follows:

	2014 Acquisitions
	Hooters						Hooters Australia						The
	Pacific NW			Spoon			April 1, 2014			July 1, 2014			Burger Co.			Total
Consideration paid:
Common stock	$	2,891,156		$	828,750		$	-		$	-		$	300,000		$	4,019,906
Warrants		978,000			280,400			-			515,600			-			1,774,000
Assumption of debt		-			-			-			5,123,333			-			5,123,333
Cash		-			-			100,000			-			250,000			350,000
Total consideration paid		3,869,156			1,109,150			100,000			5,638,933			550,000			11,267,239
Current assets, excluding cash		112,078			89,817			377,296			47,777			9,926			636,894
Property and equipment		2,731,031			391,462			2,934,307			1,603,557			284,795			7,945,152
Goodwill		1,951,909			698,583			-			9,002,738			256,379			11,909,609
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee		60,937			-			277,867			220,500			-			559,304
Deposits and other assets		20,275			5,193			90,371			20,186			-			136,025
Total assets acquired, less cash		4,876,230			1,185,055			3,679,841			10,894,758			551,100			21,186,984
Liabilities assumed		(1,009,348	)		(97,541	)		(1,560,710	)		(1,496,536	)		(1,100	)		(4,165,235	)
Deferred tax liabilities		-			-									-			-
Non-controlling interest		-			-			(993,999	)		(3,759,289	)		-			(4,753,288	)
Chanticleer equity		-			-			(1,028,749	)		-			-			(1,028,749	)
Common stock and warrants issued		(3,869,156	)		(1,109,150	)		-			(5,638,933	)		(300,000	)		(10,917,239	)
Cash paid		-			-			(100,000	)		-			(250,000	)		(350,000	)
Cash received in excess of cash paid	$	2,274		$	21,636		$	3,617		$	-		$	-		$	27,527

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	2013 Acquisitions
	ARB			WEW			JF			Total
Consideration paid:
Common stock	$	3,611,126		$	-		$	-		$	3,611,126
Warrants		1,710,077			-			-			1,710,077
Cash		-			3,150,000			590,000			3,740,000
Total consideration paid		5,321,203			3,150,000			590,000			9,061,203
Current assets, excluding cash		281,574			151,546			42,206			475,326
Property and equipment		3,000,122			20,493			242,531			3,263,146
Goodwill		2,550,611			3,159,500			425,151			6,135,262
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee		1,784,443			-			1,010,000			2,794,443
Deposits and other assets		98,035			-			-			98,035
Total assets acquired, less cash		7,714,785			3,331,539			1,719,888			12,766,212
Liabilities assumed		(1,490,288	)		(372,824	)		(282,317	)		(2,145,429	)
Deferred tax liabilities		(956,000	)		-			(384,000	)		(1,340,000	)
Non-controlling interest		-			-			(463,571	)		(463,571	)
Chanticleer equity		-			-			-			-
Common stock and warrants issued		(5,321,203	)		-			-			(5,321,203	)
Cash paid		-			(3,150,000	)		(590,000	)		(3,740,000	)
Cash received in excess of cash paid	$	52,706		$	191,285		$	-		$	243,991

Unaudited pro forma results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, as if the Company had acquired majority ownership of the operation on January 1 of each year is as follows. The pro forma results include estimates and assumptions which management believes are reasonable. However, pro forma results are not necessarily indicative of the results that would have occurred if the business combination had been in effect on the dates indicated, or which may result in the future.

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30,						September 30,
	2014			2013			2014			2013
Net revenues	$	11,437,149		$	10,241,985		$	27,100,251		$	25,911,456
Loss from continuing operations		(516,733	)		(1,691,741	)		(3,361,231	)		(3,718,031	)
Income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest		75,697			(8,232	)		(39,342	)		(39,842	)
Net loss	$	(441,036	)	$	(1,699,973	)	$	(3,400,573	)	$	(3,757,873	)
Net loss per share, basic and diluted	$	(0.07	)	$	(0.46	)	$	(0.54	)	$	(1.02	)
Weighted average shares outstanding, basic and diluted		6,628,011			3,704,526			6,279,688			3,701,804

The following table includes information for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 Company’s 2014 acquisitions.

	Hooters						Hooters			The
	Pacific NW			Spoon			Australia			Burger Co.		Totals
Revenues	$	3,168,058		$	968,103		$	3,153,589		$	81,539	$	7,371,289
Cost of sales		885,720			403,235			897,033			33,305		2,219,293
Other expenses		2,380,300			722,354			2,344,558			30,847		5,478,059
Operating income (loss)	$	(97,962	)	$	(157,486	)	$	(88,002	)	$	17,387	$	(326,063	)

Income from operations of unconsolidated affiliates

Effective April 1, 2014, we completed the step acquisition of a 60% controlling interest in our Hooters Australia joint venture resulting in the consolidation of these entities. Prior to the acquisition, we owned 49% of the entities and accounted for the Hooters Australia investment under the equity method of accounting and our share of earnings and losses was recorded in equity in losses from investments in our Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income. The Hooters Australia results of operations for the three months ended September 30, 2014 are reflected in the respective line items in our Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income.

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4. INVESTMENTS

OTHER INVESTMENTS ARE SUMMARIZED AS FOLLOWS AT SEPTEMBER 30, 2014 AND DECEMBER 31, 2013.

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Investments accounted for under the equity method	$	-	$	941,963
Investments accounted for under the cost method		1,550,000		1,550,000
Total	$	1,550,000	$	2,491,963

INVESTMENTS ACCOUNTED FOR USING THE EQUITY METHOD

Effective April 1, 2014, the Company increased its ownership stake in Hooters restaurant in Campbelltown, Australia from 49% to 60%. In addition, the Company increased its ownership stake to 60% in the two new stores recently completed or under construction in Surfers Paradise (which opened on July 4, 2014), Australia and Townsville, Australia which we expect to open late 2014. The Company consolidated these entities beginning with this Quarterly Report on form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2014.

Also on July 1, 2014, the Company acquired 60% of the two other Hooters restaurants in Australia, in Penrith and Parramatta, suburbs of Sydney, as well as 60% interest in the related Australian management company. These entities own, operate, and manage Australian Hooters restaurants and gaming operations. The purchase price was the assumption of $5 million in debt. Also as part of the transaction, the Company will receive 100% of all gaming revenue until the debt is repaid, and thereafter the Company will receive 60% of such revenue for the remainder of the lifetime of the gaming machines.

Activity in investments accounted for using the equity method is summarized as follows:

	Nine Months Ended			Year Ended
	September 30,			December 31,
	2014			2013
Balance, beginning of year	$	941,963		$	1,066,915
Equity in losses		(40,694	)		(125,017	)
New investments		100,000			100,000
Step acquisition reclassification		(1,001,269	)		-
Return of capital		-			(99,935	)
Balance, end of period	$	-		$	941,963

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Equity investments consist of the following at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013:

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Carrying value:
Hoot Campbelltown Pty. Ltd. (49%) - Australia	$	-	$	483,603
Second Hooters location (49%) - Australia		-		384,605
Third Hooters location (49%) - Australia		-		73,755
	$	-	$	941,963

The summarized balance sheets for the three locations in Australia of which we owned 49% at December 31, 2013 follows:

	December 31,
	2013
ASSETS
Current assets	$	362,085
Non-current assets		3,089,230
TOTAL ASSETS	$	3,451,315
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities	$	972,885
PARTNER'S EQUITY		2,478,430
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS' EQUITY	$	3,451,315

5. INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET

GOODWILL

Goodwill is summarized by location as follows:

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
South Africa	$	396,487	$	396,487
ARB		2,806,990		2,550,611
WEW (Nottingham)		2,955,507		3,124,507
JF		425,151		425,151
Australia		9,002,738		-
Hooters Pacific NW		1,951,909		-
Spoon		653,185		-
	$	18,191,967	$	6,496,756

Goodwill resulted from the excess paid over the fair value of the net assets acquired for the three operating restaurants in South Africa effective October 1, 2011, our ARB, Just Fresh and WEW acquisitions as of September 30, 2013, November 6, 2013 and December 10, 2013 respectively, our acquisitions of Hooters Pacific NW and Spoon as of January 31, 2014, Hooters Australia as of July 1, 2014 and our acquisition of The Burger Company as of September 9, 2014 (included in ARB amount above).

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OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS

Franchise cost for the Company’s Hooters restaurants and trademark/trade name for the Company’s Just Fresh and ARB entities consists of the following at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013. The Company is amortizing these franchise costs from the opening of each restaurant for the 20-year term of the franchise agreement with HOA and the trademark/trade name over its estimated 10-year useful lives.

	September 30,			December 31,
	2014			2013
Franchise cost:
South Africa	$	448,888		$	448,888
Brazil *		135,000			135,000
Australia *		498,318			-
Hungary		106,506			106,506
Hooters Pacific NW		56,936			-
		1,245,648			690,394
Trade name/trademark:
Just Fresh		1,010,000			1,010,000
ARB		1,784,096			1,784,327
		2,794,096			2,794,327
Total intangible cost		4,039,744			3,484,721
Accumulated amortization		(288,091	)		(60,089	)
Intangible assets, net	$	3,751,653		$	3,424,632
Three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:
Amortization expense	$	82,818		$	5,372
Nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:
Amortization expense	$	228,002		$	15,903

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Future amortization for franchise costs and trade name/trademarks are as follows:

September 30,	Franchise fee		Trade name		Total
2015	$	61,590	$	279,427	$	341,017
2016		61,590		279,427		341,017
2017		61,590		279,427		341,017
2018		61,590		279,427		341,017
2019		61,590		279,427		341,017
Thereafter		858,860		1,187,708		2,046,568
Totals	$	1,166,810	$	2,584,843	$	3,751,653

* The Brazil franchise cost and the Australian franchise costs related to future restaurants are not being amortized until they are opened.      

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6. LONG-TERM DEBT AND NOTES PAYABLE

Long-term debt and notes payable are summarized as follows.

		September 30,		December 31,
		2014		2013
Note payable to a bank due in monthly installments of $4,406 including interest at Wall Street Journal Prime plus 1% (minimum of 5.5%); remaining balance due October 10, 2018; collateralized by substantially all of the Company's assets and guaranteed by an officer of the Company	(a)	$	187,393	$	218,119
Line of credit to a bank, expires May 10, 2015, interest rate of Wall Street Journal Prime (3.25% as of September 30, 2014) plus 1%, floor rate of 5%	(b)		500,000		472,000
Note payable to a bank due interest only at a 5% rate; balloon principal payment due June 10, 2019; collateralized by substantially all of the Company's assets and guaranteed by an officer of the Company	(c)		500,000		-
Note payable to a bank, matured and paid in full August 5, 2014, interest rate of Wall St. Journal Prime plus 1%	(d)		-		38,614
Loan agreement with an outside company on December 23, 2013, interest at 1% per month, accrued interest and principal due February 23, 2014, unsecured	(e)		100,000		150,000
Loan agreement with an outside company on June 20, 2014, interest at 8% annual rate, accrued interest and principal due July 11, 2014, unsecured	(f)		100,000		-
Bank overdraft facility; unsecured; maximum facilities $260,000; interest rate 11% at September 30, 2014, subject to annual renewal in December 2014	(g)		167,502		79,372
Term facility with monthly payments of $5,000, including interest at 10.3% at September 30, 2014; due June 14, 2016	(h)		99,906		133,448
Term facility dated April 2014, interest at 2.6 % over South African prime rate (prime currently 9.25%); due July 31, 2024; secured by a bond on all assets at our Port Elizabeth, South Africa location and partially guaranteed by our CEO and South African COO	(i)		327,218		-
Term facility dated December 1, 2013; monthly payments of $3,172 including interest at 12.5%; due December 1, 2018; secured by a bond on all moveable assets at our Pretoria, South Africa location and partially guaranteed by our CEO	(j)		126,701		142,807
Loan agreement with an outside company on July 1, 2014, interest at 12% annual rate, principal payments due per below, secured by certain secured assets and gaming revenue of the Australian entities	(k)		5,000,000		-
			7,108,720		1,234,360
Current portion of long-term debt			2,092,005		835,454
Long-term debt, less current portion		$	5,016,715	$	398,906

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(a) and (b) On April 11, 2013, the Company and Paragon Commercial Bank (“Paragon”) entered into a credit agreement (the “Credit Agreement”). (b) The Credit Agreement provides for an additional $500,000 revolving credit facility with a one-year term from the closing date. The Credit Agreement is available to be drawn at the Company’s discretion to finance investments in new business ventures and for the Company’s general corporate working capital requirements in the ordinary course of business. The note payable originally matured on August 10, 2013 and on November 4, 2013 the note was extended to October 10, 2018 with monthly principal and interest payments of $4,406, whereas the new credit facility (b) expires on May 10, 2015. Borrowings under the Credit Agreement bear monthly interest at the greater of: (i) floor rate of 5.00% or (ii) the Wall Street Journal’s prime plus rate (3.25% as of September 30, 2014) plus 1.00%. All unpaid principal and interest is due one (1) year after the closing date. Any borrowings are secured by a lien on all of the Company’s assets. The obligations under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by Mike Pruitt, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer.

(c) In addition, in February 2014 the Company secured a note with Paragon for $500,000 due on June 10, 2019. The note bears interest at a 5% annual rate, payments of interest only are due monthly until the due date. This increased the Company’s aggregate obligation to Paragon to approximately $1.2 million at September 30, 2014.

(d) ARB entered into a term note with TD Bank in 2008 for $300,000, which has a balance of $10,249 at September 30, 2014 and had a maturity date of August 4, 2014. The interest rate is 1.75% above the Wall Street Journal prime rate (3.25%), and the monthly principal and interest payment is $4,836, subject to adjustment by TD Bank, except for the last payment which shall be the unpaid balance at maturity. The term note is personally guaranteed by two former shareholders of ARB, and TD Bank has a first lien on all ARB’s assets. The note has been paid in full.

(e) On December 23, 2013, the Company entered into a loan agreement with an outside company for $150,000, due on February 23, 2014. Interest is compounded monthly at a rate of 1%. As of February 23, 2014, the Company was not in compliance with the terms of this note due to non-payment of principal and interest. On March 21 and August 20, 2014, the Company paid the note holder $25,000 each of principal and accrued interest. The note holder has not issued a formal notice of default to the Company.

(f) On June 20, 2014, the Company entered into a loan agreement with an outside company for $100,000, due on July 11, 2014. Interest is at an 8% annual rate. The Company is currently negotiating with the lender to extend this debt. The note holder has not issued a formal notice of default to the Company.

(i) In April 2014, our South African subsidiary entered into a mortgage note with a South African bank for the purchase of the building in Port Elizabeth for our Hooters location. The 10-year note is for $330,220 with an annual interest rate of 2.6% above the South African prime rate (prime currently 9.25%). Monthly principal and interest payments of approximately $4,600 commenced in August, 2014. The mortgage note is personally guaranteed by our CEO and South African COO and secured by the assets of the Port Elizabeth building.

(k) On July 1, 2014, pursuant to Purchase Agreements executed on June 30, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of a sixty percent (60%) ownership interest in Hoot Parramatta Pty Ltd, Hoot Australia Pty Ltd, Hoot Penrith Pty Ltd, and TMIX Management Australia Pty Ltd (collectively, the “Australian Entities”), which own, operate, and manage Hooters restaurant locations and gaming operations in Australia. The ownership interest in the Australian Entities was purchased from the respective entities in exchange for the Company agreeing to assume a five million dollar ($5,000,000) debt bearing interest at 12% annually and issuing two hundred fifty thousand (250,000) warrants to purchase shares of our common stock. Originally principal repayments were as follows: $2,000,000 on December 31, 2014, $2,000,000 on June 30, 2015, and $1,000,000 on December 31, 2015. On October 15, 2014, principal repayments were restructured whereby $650,000 is due by September 30, 2015, $3,350,000 is due by July 31, 2016, and the remaining $1,000,000 is due by January 31, 2017. The Company will issue $175,000 of the Company’s common stock (87,500 shares at $2.00 per share) and 87,500 common stock warrants at $3.50 per share exercise price in consideration for the debt restructuring before the end of November 2014.

During October 2014, our South African subsidiary secured additional local bank financing in the form of term and overdraft facilities of approximately $182,000 and $45,000, respectively. The five-year term facility has an annual interest rate of 3.5% above the South African prime rate (currently 9.25%). Monthly principal and interest payments of approximately $4,250 commence in December 2014.

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7. cONVERTIBLE NOTEs PAYABLE

Convertible notes payable at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 are as follows:

	September 30,			December 31,
	2014			2013
6% Convertible notes payable issued in August 2013	$	3,000,000		$	3,000,000
Discounts on above convertible note		(1,833,333	)		(2,583,333	)
15% Convertible notes payable issued in March 2014		500,000			-
Discounts on above convertible note		(136,908	)		-
		1,529,759			416,667
Current portion of convertible notes payable		(363,092	)		-
Convertible notes payable, less current portion	$	1,166,667		$	416,667

On August 2, 2013, the Company entered into an agreement with seven individual accredited investors, whereby the Company issued separate 6% Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes (“Notes”) for a total of $3,000,000 in a private offering collateralized by the assets of the Hooters Nottingham restaurant. The funding from the private offering was used exclusively for the acquisition of the Hooters Nottingham restaurant location (acquisition described in Note 3). The Notes have the following principal terms:

· the principal amount of each Note shall be repaid within 36 months of the issuance date at a non-compounded 6% interest rate per annum payable quarterly beginning on the original issue date and continuing thereafter until the maturity date;

· the Note holders shall receive 10%, pro rata, of the net profit of the Hooters Nottingham restaurant, paid quarterly for the life of the location, and 10% of the net proceeds should the location be sold;

· the investors received a total of 300,000 three-year warrants, exercisable at $3.00 per share;

· beginning six months after the original issue date and until this debenture is no longer outstanding, each Note holder may convert his or her Note into shares of the Company’s common stock (at 90% of the average closing price ten days prior to conversion, unless a public offering is pending at the time of the conversion notice, which would result in the conversion price being the same price as the offering).The conversion price is subject to a floor of $1.00 per share;

· each Note holder has the right to redeem the Note for a period of sixty days following the eighteen month anniversary of the issuance of the Note, unless a capital raise is conducted within eighteen months after the issuance of the Note. In connection with the issuance of the Note, the Company also issued warrants for the purchase of 300,000 shares of the Company’s common stock at an exercise price of $3.00 per share through August 2, 2016.

The Company completed the purchase of Hooters Nottingham on November 6, 2013 and began operating the restaurant on November 7, 2013.

The fair value of the embedded conversion feature and the warrants is $2,265,600 and $884,600, respectively, and the aggregated total equals $3,150,200. Consequently, upon issuance of the Note, a debt discount of $3,000,000 was recorded and the original difference of $150,200, representing the fair value of the conversion feature and the warrants in excess of the debt discount, was immediately charged to interest expense. The debt discount will be amortized over the earlier of (i) the term of the debt or (ii) conversion of the debt, using the straight-line method which approximates the interest method. The amortization of debt discount is included as a component of interest expense in the condensed consolidated statements of operations.

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The fair value of the embedded conversion feature and the warrants each was estimated using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model which approximated the Binomial Lattice model. Key assumptions used to apply this pricing model during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 were as follows:

Risk-free interest rate	0.15%-0.79%
Expected life	1-5 years
Expected volatility	62%-89%

The expected stock price volatility for the Company’s stock options was determined by the historical volatilities of comparable companies. Risk free interest rates were obtained from U.S. Treasury rates for the applicable periods.

The conversion price of the note is the 90% average price for the last 10 days of trading activity. As of the inception date of the note the shares issuable under the terms of the note were 804,764 shares or an effective conversion price of approximately $3.73 per share. The fair value of the shares as of August 2, 2013 using the Black-Scholes option pricing model was approximately $2.82 per share. On December 31, 2013 the stock price increased to $5.37 per share and the 90% average price for the last 10 days of trading activity was $4.71. The increase in the conversion price effectively decreased the number of shares that would be required to settle the contract by 161,172 shares to 637,592 shares as of December 31, 2013. The fair value of the Black-Scholes option pricing model was approximately $3.37 as of December 31, 2013. Had the conversion price been fixed we would have recognized a loss, however due to the variable conversion feature of the note the number of shares issuable offset any loss and we recognized a nominal gain for the period. The table below shows the assumptions as of the date of issuance and September 30, 2014.

	August 2, 2013			September 30, 2014
Common stock closing price	$	4.15		$	2.07
Conversion per share price	$	3.73		$	1.84
Conversion shares		804,764			1,632,387
Expected life (in years)		3.0			1.8
Expected volatility		109.55	%		64.60	%
Call option value	$	2.82		$	0.79
Risk-free interest rate		0.59	%		0.58	%
Dividends		0.00	%		0.00	%

In March 2014, the Company entered into an agreement whereby the Company issued a convertible promissory note for a total of $500,000. The note accrues monthly interest of 1.25% until the date the note is converted. The note is convertible into the Company’s common stock (at 85% if the offering price in future offering or 85% of the Volume Weighted Average Price (“VWAP”)). The conversion price is subject to a floor of $3.00 per share. If not converted, the note matures one year from the issuance date.

In connection with the issuance of the March 2014 convertible promissory note, the Company also issued to the investors warrants to purchase up to 30% of the number of shares of common stock issued upon conversion of the 2014 note, exercisable at $5.25 per share for a period of up to 5 years from the note's original issuance date.

The Company accounted for the issuance of the convertible promissory note and the warrants attached to the note in accordance with ASC 815 “Derivatives and Hedging.” Accordingly, the warrants and the embedded conversion option of the convertible notes are recorded as derivative liabilities at their fair market value and are marked to market through earnings at the end of each reporting period. The gross proceeds from the sale of the note are recorded net of a discount of $9,442. The debt discount relates to the beneficial conversion feature embedded in the conversion option and the fair value of the warrants attached to the notes. The debt discount is charged back to interest expense ratably over the term of the convertible note.

The Black-Scholes option valuation model is used to estimate the fair value of the warrants or options granted. The model includes subjective input assumptions that can materially affect the fair value estimates. The Company determined the fair value of the Binomial Lattice Model and the Black-Scholes Valuation Model to be materially the same. The expected stock price volatility for the Company’s warrants was determined by the historical volatilities for industry peers and used an average of those volatilities.  The risk free interest rate was obtained from U.S. Treasury rates for the applicable periods. The contractual terms of the agreement does not provide for and the Company does not expect to declare dividends in the near future.

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8. accounts payable and accrued expenses

Accounts payable and accrued expenses are summarized as follows:

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Accounts payable	$	3,321,355	$	1,676,145
Accrued taxes (VAT, GST, Sales)		1,722,354		636,568
Accrued income taxes		38,027		15,776
Accrued interest		286,870		97,384
	$	5,368,606	$	2,425,873

9. loan payable

At September 30, 2014 the Company has an outstanding loan payable to its Australian partner of $951,360 in connection with Surfers Paradise and Townsville construction costs. The Company has agreed to repay the unsecured obligation no later than the middle of 2015.

10. Stockholders’ Equity

The Company has 45,000,000 shares of its $0.0001 par value common stock authorized at both September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, and 6,978,061 shares issued and 5,387,897 shares outstanding at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively.

On September 26, 2014, the Company held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”).  At the Annual Meeting, the Company’s stockholders approved an amendment to our Certificate of Incorporation to provide authority to issue up to 5,000,000 shares of preferred stock (the “Amendment”). 

Prior to the adoption of the Amendment, the Company was not authorized to issue any shares of preferred stock.  The Board recommended the Amendment to stockholders for approval in order to provide the Company with capital raising and financing flexibility.  The Amendment gives the Board the authority to establish, from time to time, classes or series of preferred stock and to fix the rights, preferences, privileges and restrictions granted to or imposed upon any series of preferred stock, including dividend rates and preferences, conversion provisions, voting rights, redemption provisions, liquidation rights and preferences, preemption rights, maturity dates and other matters. 

The Amendment became effective upon the Company’s filing of a Certificate of Amendment to our Certificate of Incorporation with the Delaware Secretary of State on October 2, 2014.

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Common Stock and Warrants Issued for Services

The fair value of any common stock issuances are valued at the closing price on the given day of an issuance, unless the agreement states some other valuation methodology, i.e. VWAP. Fair value of any warrant issuances are valued utilizing the Black-Scholes mode. The model includes subjective input assumptions that can materially affect the fair value estimates. The Company determined the fair value of the Binomial Lattice Model and the Black-Scholes Valuation Model to be materially the same. The expected stock price volatility for the Company’s warrants was determined by the historical volatilities for industry peers and used an average of those volatilities.  The risk free interest rate was obtained from U.S. Treasury rates for the applicable periods. The contractual terms of the agreement does not provide for and the Company does not expect to declare dividends in the near future. The table below sets forth the information for 2014 common stock and warrant issuances.

Nine months ended September 30, 2014
	# of shares/warrants		Per share/warrant Value		Total Value
1 - warrants		51,250	$	1.66	$	85,200
2 - shares		110,264	$	3.22	$	354,617

1 Warrants valued using Black-Scholes

2 Shares valued using Market value approach

The warrants issued for services in 2014 had the following assumptions:

	September 30, 2014
Common stock closing price	$	2.65
Expected life (in years)		5.5
Expected volatility		81.20	%
Call option value	$	1.66
Risk-free interest rate		1.78	%
Dividends		0.00	%

2014 Transactions

On January 31, 2014, pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger executed on December 31, 2013, the Company completed the acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of Tacoma Wings, LLC, Jantzen Beach Wings, LLC and Oregon Owl’s Nest, LLC, which owned and operated the Hooters restaurant locations in Tacoma, Washington and Portland, Oregon and a gaming facility operated through the Oregon Lottery system (collectively “Hooters Pacific NW”) for a total purchase price of 680,272 Company units, valued at approximately $3.9 million, with each unit consisting of one share of the Company’s common stock and one five-year warrant to purchase a share of the Company’s common stock. Half of the warrants are exercisable at $5.50 and half of the warrants are exercisable at $7.00. As a part of this transaction, the sellers were granted registration rights with respect to the Company’s common stock issued and underlying the warrants.

Also on January 31, 2014, pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger executed on January 14, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of Dallas Spoon, LLC and Dallas Spoon Beverage, LLC from Express Restaurant Holdings, LLC and Express Restaurant Holdings Beverage, LLC. The purchase price of 195,000 Company units, valued at approximately $1.1 million, was paid to Express Working Capital, LLC (“EWC”); the units consist of one share of the Company’s common stock and one five-year warrant to purchase a share of the Company’s common stock. Half of the warrants are exercisable at $5.50 and half of the warrants are exercisable at $7.00. As part of this transaction, EWC was granted registration rights with respect to the Company’s common stock issued and underlying the warrants.

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During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 the Company issued 11,500 and 110,264 shares valued at $23,860 and $354,617, respectively, for investor relations services. The shares were valued based on the Company’s closing stock market price on the dates of issuance.

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company raised from private investors $641,000 and $841,000 for 320,500 and 458,000 shares of common stock, respectively and 96,150 and 111,150 five-year common stock warrants exercisable at $3.50 per share, respectively.

On September 9, 2014, the Company issued 146,628 shares of our common stock for the stock portion of the acquisition of The Burger Company. The stock was valued at $300,000 based on the closing price of our common stock on such day.

2013 Transactions

On April 22, 2013, the Company issued 4,000 shares of the Company’s common stock in exchange for investor relations services to be performed over a 12 month period, valued at $7,720.

In September 2013, the Company issued 25,000 shares of common stock valued at $117,000 for services for a five month agreement. The Company has expensed $93,600, representing four of five months in 2013 and will expense the final month in 2014.

On September 30, 2013, the Company closed the purchase of ARB and issued 740,000 units which consisted of one share of common stock and one common stock warrant valued at $3,611,126 and $1,710,077, respectively.

On October 17, 2013, the Company raised $2,500,000 in a private placement, pursuant to which the Company sold to the Investors an aggregate of 666,667 Units at a purchase price of $3.75 per unit. Each unit consists of one share of the Company’s common stock, $0.001 par value per share and one five-year warrant, exercisable after twelve months, to purchase one share of common stock at an initial exercise price of $5.00.

The Company employed a placement agent for the purpose of the private placement, and has paid to the placement agent commissions in the total amount of $150,000 and five year warrants convertible into an aggregate of 80,000 shares valued at approximately $312,000 using the Black-Scholes model.

During October 2013, 15,000 common stock shares valued at $62,500 were issued for investor relations services.

On November 5, 2013, the Company entered into a Subscription Agreement with JFR and JFFS for the purchase of a 51% ownership interest in each entity, for a total purchase price of $560,000. The transaction closed on December 10, 2013 with the execution of an Assignment, Assumption, Joinder, and Amendment Agreement with both JFR and JFFS. On December 11, 2013, the Company purchased an additional 5% interest in both JFR and JFFS from an original interest holder for the total purchase price of $30,000, increasing the Company’s ownership interest in JFR and JFFS to a total of 56%.

On November 7, 2013, the Company entered into a Subscription Agreement with three accredited investors, pursuant to which the Company sold to the Investors an aggregate of 160,000 Units at a purchase price of $5.00 per Unit, closing an $800,000 private placement. Each unit consists of one share of the Company’s common stock, $0.001 par value per share and one five-year warrant to purchase one share of common stock. One half (80,000) of the available warrants are available at an initial exercise price of $5.50, while the remaining half (80,000) of the warrants are available at an initial exercise price of $7.00. The Company has paid a placement fee by issuing an aggregate of 80,000 five- year warrants valued at approximately $312,000 using the Black-Scholes model.

On November 26, 2013, the Company finalized a Subscription Agreement (the “Beacher’s Subscription Agreement”) with Beachers’ LV, LLC (“Beachers”), whereby the Company subscribed for five units, with each Unit consisting of a 1% membership interest in Beachers. The total capital contribution made by the Company to Beachers was $500,000. In connection with the Subscription Agreement, the Company executed a Right to Purchase Agreement with Madhouse Worldwide Investments, LLC (“MWI”) whereby the Company issued fifty three thousand three hundred and thirty four (53,334) shares of the Company’s common stock, valued at approximately $260,000, to MWI or its assigns, in exchange for a two-year option to purchase up to 25% of any ownership interest in any future Beacher’s nightclub to be offered to third party investors, and a three-year exclusive option to propose funding, participate in funding, and open future Beacher’s nightclubs in South Africa, Australia, and the United Kingdom. The Company also issued an aggregate of 50,000 five-year warrants valued at approximately $176,000 using the Black-Scholes model.

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11. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

On October 12, 2012, Francis Howard (“Howard”), individually and on behalf of all others similarly situated, filed a lawsuit against the Company, Michael D. Pruitt, Eric S. Lederer, Michael Carroll, Paul I. Moskowitz, Keith Johnson (the “Individual Defendants”), Merriman Capital, Inc., Dawson James Securities, Inc. (the “Underwriter Defendants”), and Creason & Associates P.L.L.C. (“Creason”), in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.  The class action lawsuit alleges violations of Section 11 of the Securities Act against all Defendants, violations of Section 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act against only the Underwriter Defendants, and violations of Section 15 against the Individual Defendants.  On February 19, 2013, Plaintiff filed an Amended Complaint alleging similar claims to those previously asserted.  On March 17, 2014, the parties signed a settlement agreement for a total of $850,000, with $837,500 to be paid on behalf of the Company by its insurance carrier, and $12,500 to be paid by Creason.  On August 14, 2014, the Court approved the settlement, which is now final.  As a result, all claims against the Company have been dismissed with prejudice.

On March 26, 2013, our South African operations received Notice of Motion filed in the Kwazulu-Natal High Court, Durban, Republic of South Africa, filed against Rolalor (PTY) LTD (“Rolalor”) and Labyrinth Trading 18 (PTY) LTD (“Labyrinth”) by Jennifer Catherine Mary Shaw (“Shaw”). Rolalor and Labyrinth were the original entities formed to operate the Johannesburg and Durban locations, respectively. On September 9, 2011, the assets and the then-disclosed liabilities of these entities were transferred to Tundraspex (PTY) LTD (“Tundraspex”) and Dimaflo (PTY) LTD (“Dimaflo”), respectively. The current entities, Tundraspex and Dimaflo are not parties in the lawsuit. Shaw is requesting that the Respondents, Rolalor and Labyrinth, be wound up in satisfaction of an alleged debt owed in the total amount of R4,082,636 (approximately $480,000). The two Notices were defended and argued in the High Court of South Africa (Durban) on January 31, 2014. Madam Justice Steryi dismissed the action with costs on May 5, 2014. Ms. Shaw has appealed this decision.

On April 1, 2013, the Company received a subpoena from the SEC, requesting various corporate documents relating to operations.  The Company intends to fully cooperate with the subpoena.

In connection with our 2011 acquisitions of the South African entities (whereby, on October 1, 2011, Rolalor, Alimenta 177(Pty.) Ltd. and Labyrinth transferred their respective net assets to the newly formed entities controlled by the Company), the Company believes the purchase and sale with the seller was accomplished in accordance with the laws and regulations of the taxing authorities in South Africa. However, there can be no absolute assurance as to whether the business acquired continues to have any outstanding tax and regulatory filing requirements, (i.e. not filed certain corporate tax returns for previous years) as well as whether the local authorities could seek to recover any unpaid taxes, interest, penalties, or other amounts due from the Company, its shareholders or others.  The Company is not aware of any existing obligations that remain outstanding for which the Company may be required to settle. In connection with acquiring the net assets of the business, the Company may be entitled to be reimbursed by the seller for any pre-acquisition obligations of the business that may arise post-acquisition.

In addition to the matters disclosed above, the Company may be involved in legal proceedings and claims which have arisen in the ordinary course of business. These actions, when ultimately concluded and settled, will not, in the opinion of management, have a material adverse effect upon the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of the company.

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12. DISCLOSURES ABOUT FAIR VALUE

Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized in the following tables according to FASB ASC 820 pricing levels.

	Fair Value Measurement Using
			Quoted prices
			in active		Significant
			markets of		other		Significant
			identical		observable		Unobservable
	Recorded		assets		inputs		Inputs
	value		(Level 1)		(Level 2)		(Level 3)
September 30, 2014
Assets:
Available-for-sale securities	$	35,362	$	35,362	$	-	$	-
Liabilities:
Embedded conversion feature	$	1,436,700	$	-	$	-	$	1,436,700
Warrant liability		76,800		-		-		76,800
	$	1,513,500	$	-	$	-	$	1,513,500
December 31, 2013
Assets:
Available-for-sale securities	$	55,112	$	55,112	$	-	$	-
Liabilities:
Embedded conversion feature	$	2,146,000	$	-	$	-	$	2,146,000

At September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the Company's available-for-sale equity securities were valued using Level 1 inputs as summarized above. Level 1 inputs are based on unadjusted prices for identical assets in active markets that the Company can access.

The derivative liabilities are measured at fair value using quoted market prices and estimated volatility factors based on historical quoted market prices for the Company’s common stock, and are classified within Level 3 of the valuation hierarchy.

Certain assets are not carried at fair value on a recurring basis, including investments accounted for under the equity and cost methods. Accordingly, such investments are only included in the fair value hierarchy disclosure when the investment is subject to re-measurement at fair value after initial recognition and the resulting re-measurement is reflected in the consolidated financial statements.

 The following table provides a summary of the changes in fair value, including net transfers in and/or out, of all financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014. The Company did not have any warrants or conversion feature financial assets for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013.

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				Conversion
	Warrants			Feature			Total
Balance at January 1, 2014	$	-		$	2,146,000		$	2,146,000
Change in fair value of derivative liability		(34,500	)		(814,800	)		(849,300	)
Amount included in debt discounts		111,300			105,500			216,800
Balance at September 30, 2014	$	76,800		$	1,436,700		$	1,513,500

The following are revenues and operating income (loss) by geographic area as of and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
Revenue:	2014			2013			2014			2013
United States	$	3,957,161		$	25,000		$	10,445,982		$	75,000
South Africa		1,601,493			1,302,709			4,905,249			4,165,886
Australia		2,641,909			-			3,153,589			-
Europe		1,426,179			278,536			3,669,177			698,524
	$	9,626,742		$	1,606,245		$	22,173,997		$	4,939,410
Operating income (loss):
United States	$	(729,351	)	$	(767,524	)	$	(3,408,663	)	$	(1,850,054	)
South Africa		(70,571	)		(98,973	)		(220,186	)		(320,212	)
Australia		192,566			-			(88,002	)		-
Europe		19,007			(109,685	)		44,816			(268,541	)
	$	(588,349	)	$	(976,182	)	$	(3,672,035	)	$	(2,438,807	)

13. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

During October 2014, the Company re-priced certain warrants with an original exercise price of $5.50 and $7.00 to $2.00, subject to immediate cash exercise. The Company received $349,544 of funds related to this transaction.

On October 15, 2014, the Company’s $5,000,000 debt related to our Hooters Australia purchase was restructured whereby $650,000 is due by September 30, 2015, $3,350,000 is due by July 31, 2016, and the remaining $1,000,000 is due by January 31, 2017. The Company will issue prior to the end of November 2014 $175,000 of the Company’s common stock (87,500 shares at $2.00 per share) and 87,500 common stock warrants at $3.50 per share exercise price in consideration for the debt restructuring.

During October 2014, the Company’s South African subsidiary secured additional local bank financing in the form of term and overdraft facilities of approximately $182,000 and $45,000, respectively.

On October 30, 2014, the Company announced the opening of a new South Africa Hooters location on December 13, 2014 in Ruimsig, a suburb of Johannesburg. It is Chanticleer's third location in the Johannesburg area and fourth in the province of Gauteng. The Company believes the location will generate significantly higher revenues than at its prior CapeTown location, and plans to re-enter the CapeTown market in mid-2015. The Company, through our subsidiary, has entered in a lease for this location and will begin paying rent upon opening.

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On November 11, 2014, the Company announced Just Fresh will to have the grand opening of its seventh location in the Ballantyne Corporate Park in Charlotte, NC on November 19, 2014. The Company, through our subsidiary, has entered in a lease for this location and will begin paying rent upon opening.

ITEM 2: Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Forward-looking statements appear in this report, including, but not limited to, “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,” and in other written and oral statements made by or on behalf of us. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to our goals, strategies, expectations, competitive environment, regulation, availability of resources, future events and future financial performance. Such forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements typically can be identified by such words as “anticipate,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “project,” “intend,” “expect,” “believe,” “should,” “could,” “may” or other similar words or expressions. We caution readers that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, the risk factors set forth in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013 and in other reports and statements that we file with the SEC. Such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those expressed or implied herein, including, but not limited to, the following:

· Operating losses continuing for the foreseeable future; we may never be profitable;

· Inherent risks in expansion of operations, including our ability to acquire additional territories, generate profits from new restaurants, find suitable sites and develop and construct locations in a timely and cost-effective way;

· General risk factors affecting the restaurant industry, including current economic climate, costs of labor and food prices;

· Intensive competition in our industry and competition with national, regional chains and independent restaurant operators;

· Our rights to operate and franchise Hooters-branded restaurants are dependent on the Hooters’ franchise agreements;

· Our business depends on our relationship with Hooters;

· We do not have full operational control over the businesses of our franchise partners;

· Failure by Hooters to protect its intellectual property rights, including its brand image;

· Our business has been adversely affected by declines in discretionary spending and may be affected by changes in consumer preferences;

· Increases in costs, including food, labor and energy prices;

· Our business and the growth of our Company is dependent on the skills and expertise of management and key personnel;

· Constraints could effect our ability to maintain competitive cost structure, including, but not limited to labor constraints;

· Work stoppages at our restaurants or supplier facilities or other interruptions of production;

· Our food service business and the restaurant industry are subject to extensive government regulation;

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· We may be subject to significant foreign currency exchange controls in certain countries in which we operate;

· Inherent risk in foreign operations;

· We may not attain our target development goals and aggressive development could cannibalize existing sales;

· Current conditions in the global financial markets and the distressed economy;

· A decline in market share or failure to achieve growth;

· Unusual or significant litigation, governmental investigations or adverse publicity, or otherwise;

· Adverse effects on our operations resulting from the current class action litigation in which the Company is one of several defendants;

· Adverse effects on our results from a decrease in or cessation or clawback of government incentives related to investments; and

· Adverse effects on our operations resulting from certain geo-political or other events.

Our forward-looking statements are based upon our beliefs and assumptions using information available at the time the statements are made. We caution the reader not to place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements (i) as these statements are neither a prediction nor a guarantee of future events or circumstances and (ii) the assumptions, beliefs, expectations and projections about future events may differ materially from actual results. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement to reflect developments occurring after the statement is made, except as otherwise required by law.

Management’s Analysis of Business

Our business focus is operating Hooters franchises internationally and several restaurant and bar concepts domestically. We previously have operated in two business segments – Hooters franchise restaurants and investment management and consulting services businesses. However, we effectuated our exit from our investment management and consulting services segment during the second quarter of fiscal 2013. We own and operate Hooters franchises both domestically and internationally, various fast casual restaurant brands domestically, and several other domestic restaurant and bar concepts, including the American Roadside Burgers (currently doing business as American Burger Co. at the two Charlotte ARB locations) restaurant chain and a majority interest in the Just Fresh restaurant chain.  Hooters restaurants are casual beach-themed establishments with sports on television, jukebox music, and the “nearly world famous” Hooters Girls.  The menu consists of spicy chicken wings, seafood, sandwiches and salads.  The menu of each location can vary with the local tastes.  Hooters began in 1983 with its first restaurant in Clearwater, Florida. From the original restaurant and licensee Mr. Robert Brooks, Hooters has become a global brand, with locations in 44 states domestically and over 430 Hooters restaurants worldwide. Besides restaurants, Hooters has also branched out to other areas, including licensing its name to a golf tour and the sale of packaged food in supermarkets. ARB is a 10-year-old fast casual dining chain, known for its diverse menu featuring fresh salads, customized burgers, milk shakes, sandwiches, and beer and wine. Each restaurant features a nostalgic "made in America" theme. The first ARB location opened in 2006 in Smithtown, N.Y. and has since expanded to 2 locations in Charlotte, N.C. (currently doing business as American Burger Co.), 1 location in Columbia, S.C. and the newest location is in Greenville, S.C. The Just Fresh restaurant chain first opened in 1994 and currently operates six company owned locations throughout North Carolina that offer fresh-squeezed juices, gourmet coffee, fresh-baked goods and premium-quality, made-to-order sandwiches, salads and soups. The founders of Just Fresh modeled their concept around the idea that a fresher, more nutritional diet can have positive effects on physical health and overall wellness.

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We expect to either own 100% of the restaurant or franchise location, or partner with a local individual in the countries or regions we target.   We based this decision on what we believe to be the successful launch of our South African Hooters venture and believe we have aligned partners and operators in various domestic and international markets. We are focused on expanding our Hooters, ARB, and Just Fresh operations, and expect to invest in the United States, South Africa, Brazil, Australia and Europe.

Effective September 30, 2013, we acquired 100% of the outstanding shares of ARB pursuant to an agreement and plan of merger with ARB.

Effective November 7, 2013, we acquired 100% of an existing Hooters restaurant in Nottingham, England.

On December 10, 2013, we closed the purchase of a majority ownership interest in JF Restaurants, LLC and JF Franchising Systems, LLC, the owners of the Just Fresh Restaurant chain. On December 11, 2013, we purchased an additional 5% interest in the entities owning Just Fresh, bringing the Company’s ownership interest to 56% in each entity.

On January 31, 2014, we closed the purchases of 100% of two Hooters restaurants in the states of Washington and Oregon and a gaming facility operated through the Oregon Lottery system, as well as the seafood restaurant Spoon Bar and Kitchen in Dallas, Texas.

On April 1, 2014, we completed the step acquisition of Hooters Australia, increasing the Company’s ownership percentage from 49% to 60% for three Hooters Australia locations, two of which currently are open and the third location is under construction.

On July 1, 2014, we completed the acquisition of 60% of two additional Australian Hooters restaurants and gaming operations as well as 60% interest in the related Australian management company.

On September 9, 2014, we completed the acquisition of 100% of the assets of The Burger Company, a Charlotte, NC based restaurant.

LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES AND GOING CONCERN

Historical information:

The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. At September 30, 2014, the Company had current assets of $1,914,864, current liabilities of $10,693,098, and a working capital deficit of $8,778,234. The Company incurred a loss of $3,412,815 during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and had an unrealized loss from available-for-sale securities of $15,527 and foreign currency translation gains of $228,384, resulting in a comprehensive loss of $3,199,958. The Company has historically met its liquidity requirements through the sale of equity and debt securities, sale of certain investments, and has also obtained funding at the subsidiary level for certain locations and joint ventures. The Company anticipates raising additional capital from one or more such sources during the remainder of 2014, although there can be no assurance that it will be able to do so.

The Company's corporate general and administrative expenses were $4,307,257 for the first nine months of 2014, including $506,942 non-cash expenses comprised of common stock issued for services and amortization of warrants. The Company expects costs to remain flat for the last quarter of 2014 as we continue to expand our footprint domestically and internationally for 2014 and beyond, however we expect costs to decrease as a percent of sales. Effective October 1, 2011, the Company acquired majority control of the initial three restaurants in South Africa and began consolidating these operations. In August 2012, the Company opened a restaurant in Budapest, Hungary, and earns 80% of the operating results with our operating partner earning 20%. Domestically in 2013 the Company purchased 100% of ARB on September 30, 2013, and 56% of JFR and JFFS, owners of Just Fresh, a Charlotte, North Carolina-based casual dining concept, in December 2013. Effective November 7, 2013, the Company acquired 100% of an existing Hooters restaurant in Nottingham, England. On January 31, 2014, the Company closed the purchases of 100% of two Hooters restaurants in the states of Washington and Oregon and a gaming facility operated through the Oregon Lottery system, as well as Spoon Bar and Kitchen in Dallas, Texas. In March 2013, the Company closed its investment management business, which saved us approximately $50,000 per quarter starting in the third quarter of 2013. The Company also has earned 49% of the operating results with our operating partner earning 51% in our Hooters location opened in January 2012 in Campbelltown, Australia, a suburb of Sydney. During April 2014, the Company purchased an additional 11% of the Hooters location in Campbelltown from our Australian partner, increasing our ownership to 60%. Construction is also recently completed or underway on two additional Hooters Australia locations under the same terms (the Company will hold a 60% interest in each). The first site in Surfers Paradise opened to the public on July 14, 2014 and the second site in Townsville site is expected to open late in 2014. The Company also has a 5% interest in Beacher’s Madhouse, a variety show, which opened in Las Vegas, Nevada at the end of 2013.

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The Company has a note with a balance at September 30, 2014 of $187,393 owed to its bank which is due on October 10, 2018 with monthly principal and interest payments of $4,406. In April 2013, the Company secured a $500,000 line of credit which became due on May 10, 2015 (original maturity date of August 10, 2014). As of September 30, 2014, the balance on the line of credit is $500,000. In February 2014 the Company secured a note with a bank for $500,000 due on June 10, 2019 (original due date of August 10, 2014). The Company also has $3,000,000 of convertible debt which the Company used for our purchase of the Hooters Nottingham (United Kingdom) location On August 2, 2013, the Company entered into an agreement with seven individual accredited investors, whereby the Company issued separate 6% Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes for a total of $3,000,000 in a private offering. These investors received 3 year warrants to purchase 300,000 shares of the Company’s common stock at $3.00 per share. The conversion feature of the convertible debt and warrants was recorded as a derivative liability. The Company closed the purchase of Hooters Nottingham on November 6, 2013 and began operating the restaurant on November 7, 2013. In March 2014, the Company received proceeds of $500,000 from convertible debt which was used for continuing the Company’s growth and for working capital. The investor was issued 15% Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes and received five year warrants to purchase up to 30% of the number of shares of common stock issued upon conversion of the 2014 note exercisable at $5.25 per share. The conversion feature of the convertible debt was recorded as a derivative liability. In addition the Company has a note with at balance at September 30, 2014 of $200,000 owed to two outside companies which have matured, an extension for both notes are currently being negotiated and payment has not been demanded. The Company’s South African subsidiaries have bank overdraft and term facilities with a balance of $721,327, including a mortgage for a site we purchased in Port Elizabeth for our next Hooters location. ARB had a bank note payable of $10,249 due on August 5, 2014 which has been repaid in full. On July 1, 2014, pursuant to Purchase Agreements executed on June 30, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of a sixty percent (60%) ownership interest in Hoot Parramatta Pty Ltd, Hoot Australia Pty Ltd, Hoot Penrith Pty Ltd, and TMIX Management Australia Pty Ltd (collectively, the “Australian Entities”), which own, operate, and manage Hooters restaurant locations and gaming operations in Australia. The ownership interest in the Australian Entities was purchased from the respective entities in exchange for the Company agreeing to assume a five million dollar ($5,000,000) debt bearing interest at 12% annually and issuing two hundred fifty thousand (250,000) warrants to purchase shares of our common stock. Originally principal repayments were as follows: $2,000,000 on December 31, 2014, $2,000,000 on June 30, 2015, and $1,000,000 on December 31, 2015. On October 15, 2014, principal repayments were restructured whereby $650,000 is due by September 30, 2015, $3,350,000 by July 31, 2016, and the remaining $1,000,000 by January 31, 2017. The Company will issue $175,000 of the Company’s common stock (87,500 shares at $2.00 per share) and 87,500 common stock warrants at $3.50 per share exercise price in consideration for the debt restructuring, The Company plans to continue to use limited partnerships or other financing vehicles, if necessary, to fund its share of costs for additional Hooters and other restaurants.

On October 17, 2013, the Company raised $2,500,000 in a private placement, pursuant to which the Company sold to the investors an aggregate of 666,667 Units at a purchase price of $3.75 per unit. Each Unit consists of one share of the Company’s common stock and one five-year warrant, exercisable after twelve months, to purchase one share of common stock at an initial exercise price of $5.00. The Company employed a placement agent for the purpose of the private placement, and paid to the placement agent commissions in the total amount of $150,000 and five year warrants convertible into an aggregate of 40,000 shares.

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On November 7, 2013, the Company entered into a Subscription Agreement with three accredited investors, pursuant to which the Company sold to the investors an aggregate of 160,000 Units at a purchase price of $5.00 per Unit, closing a $800,000 private placement. Each Unit consists of one share of the Company’s common stock, $0.001 par value per share and one five- year warrant to purchase one share of common stock. One half (80,000) of the available warrants are available at an initial exercise price of $5.50, while the remaining half (80,000) of the warrants are available at an initial exercise price of $7.00. The Company employed a placement agent for the purpose of the private placement, and has paid to the placement agent commissions in the total amount of $32,000 and five-year warrants subject to the same terms as those issued under the above transaction, convertible into an aggregate of 6,400 shares of common stock.

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company raised from private investors $641,000 and $841,000 for 320,500 and 458,000 shares of common stock, respectively and 96,150 and 111,150 five-year common stock warrants exercisable at $3.50 per share, respectively.

In order to execute the Company’s long-term growth strategy, which includes continued expansion of the Company’s business by acquisition or developing or constructing, the Company will need to raise additional funds through public or private equity offerings, debt financings, or other means.

The current constraints of cash flow from operations and the requirements to raise funds raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. These condensed consolidated financial statements do not reflect any adjustments that might result from the outcome of these uncertainties.

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Comparison of three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

Revenue and expenses from operations are summarized below.

	2014						2013
	Amount			% of Restaurant Net Sales			Amount			% of Restaurant Net Sales
Restaurant sales, net	$	9,067,744					$	1,581,245
Gaming income, net		141,156						-
Management fees -  non-affiliate		417,842						25,000
		9,626,742						1,606,245
Expenses:
Restaurant cost of sales		3,062,628			33.8	%		577,299			36.5	%
Restaurant operating expenses		5,197,890			57.3	%		920,630			58.2	%
Restaurant pre-opening expenses		62,293			0.7	%		7,337			0.5	%
General and administrative		1,426,461			15.7	%		948,035			60.0	%
Depreciation and amortization		465,819			5.1	%		129,126			8.2	%
Total expenses		10,215,091			112.7	%		2,582,427			163.3	%
Loss from operations	$	(588,349	)				$	(976,182	)

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Revenue

Restaurant revenues increased $7,486,499 (473.5%) from the third quarter of 2013 to the third quarter of 2014. The increase was largely attributable to acquisitions as discussed in Note 3.

Gaming income, net increased by $141,456 from the third quarter of 2013 to the third quarter of 2014 as a result of the Company’s acquisitions on January 31, 2014 of the Hooters restaurant and attached gaming facility in Oregon, run by the state’s lottery commission and on July 1, 2014 of 100% of the gaming revenue in our Australian location until the Australian debt is repaid, and thereafter the Company will receive 60% for the remainder of the lifetime of the gaming machines.

We expect gaming income, net to increase in the fourth quarter of 2014, however we have a limited history to be able to forecast a range.

Revenues for the management business increased $392,842 for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013, due to a management fee earned related to the Company’s investment in Hooters of America. The Company does not expect to earn a similar fee for the next 12 months.

Restaurant cost of sales

Restaurant cost of sales amounted to $3,062,628, or 33.8% of restaurant net sales in the three months ended September 30, 2014 and $577,299, or 36.5% of restaurant net sales in the year earlier period.

In 2013 the Company only had one restaurant location in Europe (Hungary which opened in August 2012) and four in South Africa. Cost of sales percentage declined in 2014 in Europe as we added another location in Nottingham, UK in late 2013 which had a 34.6% cost of sales. Cost of sales in South Africa rose approximately 1.5% primarily from opening a fifth location in South Africa. We also acquired restaurants in late 2013 in several domestic locations (American Roadside Burgers and Just Fresh) and early 2014 (Spoon, Pacific NW and the Australia locations) which had no operations attributable to the Company in the 2013 period.

Our cost of sales for each region of operations is detailed in the table below. The percentage is for the regions cost of sales separately.

	2014 Cost of Sales					2013 Cost of Sales					Change -  Cost of Sales
	Dollars		%			Dollars		%			Dollars		%
Hooters - South Africa	$	609,502		38.1	%	$	477,014		36.6	%	$	132,488		1.4	%
Hooters - Europe		494,747		34.7	%		100,285		36.0	%		394,462		-1.3	%
American Roadside Burgers		293,021		36.8	%		-					293,021		36.8	%
Just Fresh		443,993		36.3	%		-					443,993		36.3	%
Hooters - Australia		745,309		28.8	%		-					745,309		28.8	%
Hooters - Pacific NW		341,057		30.6	%		-					341,057		30.6	%
Spoon		134,999		43.0	%		-					134,999		43.0	%
Total Cost of Sales	$	3,062,628		33.8	%	$	577,299		36.5	%	$	2,485,329		-2.7	%
Total Restaurant Revenues	$	9,067,744				$	1,581,245				$	7,486,499

Restaurant operating expenses

Restaurant operating expenses amounted to $5,197,890 or 57.3% of restaurant net sales in the three months ended September 30, 2014 as compared to $920,630, or 58.2% of restaurant net sales in the three months ended September 30, 2013.

Additionally, our significant acquisitions mentioned above are detailed in the table below showing our restaurant operating expenses (“opex”) and percentage of total revenue by region.

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	2014 Restaurant Opex					2013 Restaurant Opex					Change -  Restaurant Opex
	Dollars		% of total revenues			Dollars		% of total revenues			Dollars		%
Hooters - South Africa	$	852,410		53.2	%	$	745,495		57.2	%	$	106,915		-4.0	%
Hooters - Europe		778,187		54.6	%		175,135		62.9	%		603,052		-8.3	%
American Roadside Burgers		577,069		72.4	%		-		0.0	%		577,069		72.4	%
Just Fresh		652,898		53.3	%		-		0.0	%		652,898		53.3	%
Hooters - Australia		1,378,936		53.2	%		-		0.0	%		1,378,936		53.2	%
Hooters - Pacific NW		757,660		68.0	%		-		0.0	%		757,660		68.0	%
Spoon		200,730		63.9	%		-		0.0	%		200,730		63.9	%
Total Restaurant Opex	$	5,197,890		57.3	%	$	920,630		58.2	%	$	4,277,260		-0.9	%
Total Restaurant Revenues	$	9,067,744				$	1,581,245				$	7,486,499

Restaurant pre-opening expenses

Restaurant pre-opening expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 amounted to $62,293 and $7,337, respectively. The increase in 2014 was due primarily to rent expenses incurred before opening of the two newly constructed Hooters in Australia, one location which opened in Surfers Paradise in July 2014 and the other in Townsville expected to open in late 2014.

General and Administrative Expense (“G&A”)

G&A amounted to $1,426,461 or 15.7% of restaurant net sales in the three months ended September 30, 2014 and $948,035 or 60.0% of restaurant net sales in the year earlier period. The more significant components of G&A are summarized as follows:

	2014		2013
Professional fees	$	264,288	$	128,403
Payroll and benefits		395,786		206,954
Consulting and investor relation fees		292,583		124,953
Travel and entertainment		87,185		41,611
Shareholder services and fees		28,848		12,593
Other G&A		357,771		433,521
	$	1,426,461	$	948,035

G&A costs are expected to be approximately $1.4 million per quarter for the last quarter of 2014, including approximately $0.3 million of non-cash G&A costs. We expect the costs associated with the activities of the restaurant business and corporate activities continuing to grow, but we expect the G&A as a percentage of sales to decline.

Professional fees increased $135,885 in the third quarter of 2014 compared to the third quarter of 2013 because we expanded our footprint domestically and internationally, incurred costs both for legal fees related to our shareholder lawsuit and accounting fees related to our substantial growth.

Payroll and benefits increased $188,832 in the third quarter of 2014 compared to the third quarter of 2013 primarily due to the addition of restaurant management personnel starting in the fourth quarter of 2013 and additional corporate employees commencing employment with the Company in the last two quarters of 2013.

Consulting and investor relations fees increased $167,630 in the third quarter of 2014 compared to the third quarter of 2013 primarily due to the Company seeking to increase our footprint in the publicly-traded company and restaurant arenas. Non-cash fees for services totaled $124,275 and $39,239 in the third quarter of 2014 and 2013, respectively.

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Travel and entertainment increased $45,574 in the third quarter of 2014 compared to the third quarter of 2013 as Company personnel, primarily the CEO and Director of Restaurant Training, traveled to increase our Company awareness, visit our restaurant locations, and secure financing and partners for the restaurant locales.

Shareholder services and fees increased $16,255 in the third quarter of 2014 compared to the third quarter of 2013 primarily from additional fees for issuances of securities and related filings with the SEC.

Depreciation and amortization

Depreciation and amortization expense for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 is summarized as follows.

	2014		2013
Depreciation expense	$	388,119	$	123,728
Amortization expense		77,700		5,398
	$	465,819	$	129,126

The increase in depreciation and amortization expense is due to the acquisitions (Note 3).

OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE)

Other income (expense) consisted of the following for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:

	2014			2013
Other income (expense):
Equity in losses of investments	$	-		$	(13,131	)
Change in fair value of derivative liabilities		221,000			(75,900	)
Interest expense		(581,215	)		(383,595	)
Dividend income		438,607			-
	$	78,392		$	(472,626	)

Equity in Earnings of Investments

Income from operations of unconsolidated affiliates

Effective April 1, 2014, we completed the step acquisition of a 60% controlling interest in our Hooters Australia joint venture resulting in the consolidation of these entities. Prior to the acquisition, we owned 49% of the entities and accounted for the Hooters Australia investment under the equity method of accounting and our share of earnings and losses was recorded in equity in losses from investments in our Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income. The Hooters Australia results of operations for the three months ended September 30, 2014 are reflected in the respective line items in our Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income.

Equity in earnings of investments includes our share of earnings from investments in which we own at least 20% and are being accounted for using the equity method. This included losses from the Hoot Campbelltown partnership in the 2013 third quarter period of $13,131.

Change in Fair Value of Derivative Liability

Change in fair value of derivative liability amounted to $221,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2014 as compared to the third quarter of 2013 which amounted to a loss of $75,900, and is related to the warrants issued with our convertible debt. The liability is a non-cash income or expense and will be adjusted quarterly based on the price of the Company’s common stock.

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Interest Expense

Interest expense increased by $197,620 from the third quarter of 2013 to the third quarter of 2014, as the Company increased its debt obligations in the second half of 2013 and continuing into 2014, to fund the Company’s growth.

Dividend income

Dividend income increased from $0 to $438,607 in the three months ended September 30, 2014 as compared to the prior year period. The increase was primarily from our share of a cash dividend from our investment in Hooters of America.

Comparison of nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

	2014						2013
	Amount			% of Restaurant Net Sales			Amount			% of Restaurant Net Sales
Restaurant sales, net	$	21,433,613					$	4,864,410
Gaming income, net		272,391						-
Management fees -  non-affiliate		467,993						75,000
		22,173,997						4,939,410
Expenses:
Restaurant cost of sales		7,500,535			35.0	%		1,840,535			37.8	%
Restaurant operating expenses		12,471,771			58.2	%		2,833,035			58.2	%
Restaurant pre-opening expenses		323,274			1.5	%		17,538			0.4	%
General and administrative		4,307,257			20.1	%		2,313,883			47.6	%
Depreciation and amortization		1,243,195			5.8	%		373,226			7.7	%
Total expenses		25,846,032			120.6	%		7,378,217			151.7	%
Loss from operations	$	(3,672,035	)				$	(2,438,807	)

Revenue

Revenue amounted to $21,433,613 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and $4,864,410 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013.

Restaurant revenues increased $ 16,569,203 (340.62%) from the nine months ended September 30, 2013 to the first nine months of 2014. The increase was largely attributable to acquisitions as discussed in Note 3.

Gaming income, net increased by $272,391 from the nine months ended September 30, 2013 to the nine months ended September 30, 2014 as the result of the Company’s acquisition on January 31, 2014 of the Hooters restaurant and attached gaming facility in Oregon, run by the state’s lottery commission. On July 1, 2014, we announced the acquisition of 60% of the two other Hooters in Australia, in Penrith and Parramatta, suburbs of Sydney, as well as the Australian management company. The purchase price was the assumption of $5 million in debt. Also as part of the transaction, the Company receives 100% of the gaming revenue until the debt is repaid, and thereafter the Company will receive 60% for the remainder of the lifetime of the gaming machines.

We expect gaming income, net to increase in the fourth quarter of 2014, however we have a limited history to be able to forecast a range.

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Revenues for the management business increased $392,993 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013, due to a management fee earned related to the Company’s investment in Hooters of America. The Company does not expect to earn a similar fee for the next 12 months.

Restaurant cost of sales

Restaurant cost of sales amounted to $7,500,535, or 35% of restaurant net sales in the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and $1,840,535, or 37.8% of restaurant net sales in the year earlier period.

In 2013 the Company only had one restaurant location in Europe (Hungary which opened in August 2012) and four in South Africa. Cost of sales percentage declined in 2014 in Europe as we added another location in Nottingham, UK in late 2013 which had a 34.6% cost of sales. Cost of sales in South Africa rose approximately 1.5% primarily from opening a fifth location in South Africa. We also acquired restaurants in late 2013 in several domestic locations (American Roadside Burgers and Just Fresh) and early 2014 (Spoon, Pacific NW and the Australia locations) which had no operations in the 2013 period.

Our cost of sales for each region of operations is detailed in the table below. The percentage is for the regions cost of sales separately.

	2014 Cost of Sales					2013 Cost of Sales					Change -  Cost of Sales
	Dollars		%			Dollars		%			Dollars		%
Hooters - South Africa	$	1,871,237		38.1	%	$	1,588,395		38.1	%	$	282,842		0.0	%
Hooters - Europe		1,295,113		35.3	%		252,140		36.1	%		1,042,973		-0.8	%
American Roadside Burgers		850,217		38.6	%		-					850,217		38.6	%
Just Fresh		1,297,980		35.7	%		-					1,297,980		35.7	%
Hooters - Australia		897,033		28.9	%		-					897,033		28.9	%
Hooters - Pacific NW		885,720		30.0	%		-					885,720		30.0	%
Spoon		403,235		41.7	%		-					403,235		41.7	%
Total Cost of Sales	$	7,500,535		35.0	%	$	1,840,535		37.8	%	$	5,660,000		-2.8	%
Total Restaurant Revenues	$	21,433,613				$	4,864,410				$	16,569,203

Restaurant operating expenses

Restaurant operating expenses amounted to $12,471,772 or 58.2% of restaurant net sales in the nine months ended September 30, 2014 as compared to $2,833,035, or 58.2% of restaurant net sales in the nine months ended September 30, 2013.

Additionally, our significant acquisitions mentioned above are detailed in the table below showing our restaurant operating expenses (“opex”) and percentage of total revenue by region.

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	2014 Restaurant Opex					2013 Restaurant Opex					Change -  Restaurant Opex
	Dollars		% of total revenues			Dollars		% of total revenues			Dollars		%
Hooters - South Africa	$	2,578,841		52.6	%	$	2,366,029		56.8	%	$	212,812		-4.2	%
Hooters - Europe		1,935,890		52.8	%		467,006		66.9	%		1,468,884		-14.1	%
American Roadside Burgers		1,698,098		77.1	%		-		0.0	%		1,698,098		77.1	%
Just Fresh		1,905,199		52.3	%		-		0.0	%		1,905,199		52.3	%
Hooters - Australia		1,721,287		55.5	%		-		0.0	%		1,721,287		55.5	%
Hooters - Pacific NW		2,007,479		68.1	%		-		0.0	%		2,007,479		68.1	%
Spoon		624,978		64.6	%		-		0.0	%		624,978		64.6	%
Total Restaurant Opex	$	12,471,772		58.2	%	$	2,833,035		58.2	%	$	9,638,737		-0.1	%
Total Restaurant Revenues	$	21,433,613				$	4,864,410				$	16,569,203

Restaurant pre-opening expenses

Restaurant pre-opening expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 amounted to $323,274 and $17,538, respectively. The increase in 2014 was incurred primarily for the two openings in Australia, one location which opened in Surfers Paradise in July 2014 and the other location which is expected to open in Townsville in late 2014.

General and Administrative Expense (“G&A”)

G&A amounted to $4,307,257 or 20.1% of restaurant net sales for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and $2,313,883 or 47.6% of restaurant net sales for the nine months ended September 30, 2013. The more significant components of G&A are summarized as follows:

	2014		2013
Professional fees	$	899,285	$	466,050
Payroll and benefits		1,238,820		660,048
Consulting and investor relation fees		1,083,031		658,808
Travel and entertainment		221,490		109,864
Shareholder services and fees		103,334		43,683
Other G&A		761,297		375,430
	$	4,307,257	$	2,313,883

G&A costs are expected to be approximately $1.4 million per quarter for the remainder of 2014, including approximately $0.3 million of non-cash G&A costs. We expect the costs associated with the activities of the restaurant business and corporate activities to continue to grow, while we expect the G&A as a percentage of sales to decline.

Professional fees increased $433,235 in the first nine months of 2014 compared to the first nine months of 2013 because we expanded our footprint domestically and internationally, incurred costs both for legal fees related to our shareholder lawsuit and accounting fees related to our substantial growth.

Payroll and benefits increased $578,772 in the first nine months of 2014 compared to the first nine months of 2013 primarily due to the addition of restaurant management personnel starting in the fourth quarter of 2013 and additional corporate employees commencing employment with the Company in the last two quarters of 2013.

Consulting and investor relations fees increased $424,223 in the first nine months of 2014 compared to the first nine months of 2013 primarily due to the Company seeking to increase our footprint in the publicly-traded company and restaurant arenas. Non-cash fees for services totaled $439,817 and $124,720 in the first nine months of 2014 and 2013, respectively.

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Travel and entertainment increased $111,626 in the first nine months of 2014 compared to the first nine months of 2013 as Company personnel, primarily the CEO and Director of Restaurant Training, traveled to increase our Company awareness, visit our restaurant locations, and secure financing and partners for the restaurant locales.

Shareholder services and fees increased $59,651 in the first nine months of 2014 compared to the first nine months of 2013 primarily from additional fees for securities issuances and related filings with the SEC.

Depreciation and amortization

Depreciation and amortization expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 is summarized as follows.

	2014		2013
Depreciation expense	$	1,089,275	$	362,695
Amortization expense		153,920		10,531
	$	1,243,195	$	373,226

The increase in depreciation and amortization expense is due to the acquisitions (Note 3).

OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE)

Other income (expense) consisted of the following for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:

	2014			2013
Other income (expense):
Equity in losses of investments	$	(40,694	)	$	(46,184	)
Gain on extinguishment of debt		-			70,900
Realized gains		101,472			-
Change in fair value of derivative liabilities		925,200			(75,900	)
Interest expense		(1,268,756	)		(438,941	)
Miscellaneous income		446,445			3,785
	$	163,667		$	(486,340	)

Equity in losses of investments

Income from operations of unconsolidated affiliates

Effective April 1, 2014, we completed the step acquisition of a 60% controlling interest in our Hooters Australia joint venture resulting in the consolidation of these entities. Prior to the acquisition, we owned 49% of the entities and accounted for the Hooters Australia investment under the equity method of accounting and our share of earnings and losses was recorded in equity in losses from investments in our Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income. The Hooters Australia results of operations for the three months ended September 30, 2014 are reflected in the respective line items in our Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income.

Equity in earnings of investments includes our share of earnings from investments in which we own at least 20% and are being accounted for using the equity method. This included losses from the Hoot Campbelltown partnership in the 2013 period of $46,184 and a loss in the 2014 period before acquisition of $40,694.

Gain on extinguishment of debt

Gain on extinguishment of debt of $70,900 was recorded upon settlement of certain debts related to our South African subsidiary.

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Change in Fair Value of Derivative Liability

Change in fair value of derivative liability amounted to $925,200 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 as compared to the same period of 2013 which amounted to a loss of $75,900, and is related to the warrants issued with our convertible debt. The liability is a non-cash income or expense and will be adjusted quarterly based on the price of the Company’s common stock.

Interest Expense

Interest expense increased by $829,815 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 as compared to the same 2013 period, as the Company increased its debt obligations in the second half of 2013 and continuing into 2014, to fund the Company’s growth.

Dividend income

Dividend income increased from $3,785 to $446,445 in the nine months ended September 30, 2014 as compared to the prior year period. The increase was primarily from our share of a cash dividend from our investment in Hooters of America.

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Item 3: QUANTITATIVE and QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

Not applicable.

Item 4: Controls and Procedures

Evaluation of disclosure controls and procedures

Under the PCAOB standards, a control deficiency exists when the design or operation of a control does not allow management or employees, in the normal course of performing their assigned functions, to prevent or detect misstatements on a timely basis. A significant deficiency is a deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control over financial reporting that is less severe than a material weakness, yet important enough to merit the attention by those responsible for oversight of the company's financial reporting. A material weakness is a deficiency, or combination of deficiencies, in internal control over financial reporting, such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of the company's annual or interim financial statements will not be prevented or detected on a timely basis.

Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, we conducted an evaluation of our disclosure controls and procedures, as such term is defined under Rule 13a-15(e) and Rule 15d-15(e) promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (Exchange Act), as of September 30, 2014. Our management has determined that, as of September 30, 2014, the Company's disclosure controls and procedures were ineffective.

Management's report on internal control over financial reporting

Management Responsibility for ICOFR. Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting, as defined in Rule 13a-15(f) under the Exchange Act. The Company's internal control over financial reporting is designed to provide reasonable assurance to the Company's management and Board of Directors regarding the preparation and fair presentation of published financial statements in accordance with the United States' generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP), including those policies and procedures that: (i) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and disposition of the assets of the Company; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and that receipts and expenditures are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the Company; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of the Company's assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements. Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Therefore, even those systems determined to be effective can provide only reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation.

Management’s Evaluation of ICOFR. Management evaluated our internal control over financial reporting as of September 30, 2014. In making this assessment, management used the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission in Internal Control — Integrated Framework. As a result of this assessment and based on the criteria in this framework, management has concluded that, as of September 30, 2014, our internal control over financial reporting was ineffective.

Material Weaknesses

A material weakness is a control deficiency, or a combination of control deficiencies, in internal control over financial reporting, such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of our annual or interim financial statements will not be prevented or detected on a timely basis.

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Management identified the following material weaknesses in its internal controls over financial reporting:

● Lack of sufficient qualified personnel to design, implement, and maintain an effective control environment as it relates to financial reporting. Given the significant expansion of the business and all of our operations, primarily from September 30, 2013 forward, we did not create an effective control environment with a sufficient complement of personnel and with the appropriate level of accounting knowledge, experience, and training in U.S. GAAP to assess the completeness and accuracy of certain accounting and reporting matters.

● Period-end financial reporting process. Given the significant expansion of the business and all of our operations, we did not design or maintain effective controls over the period-end financial reporting process, including controls with respect to the preparation, review, supervision, and monitoring of accounting operations and financial reporting. More specifically, due to the expansion of our business, we did not yet prepare timely accounting reconciliations nor did we have adequate financial reporting personnel to prepare timely and accurate financial statements, including related disclosures.

The material weaknesses described above could result in misstatements that would result in a material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements in a future annual or interim period that would not be prevented or detected.

Remediation Plans

We have initiated several steps and plan to continue to evaluate and implement measures designed to improve our internal control over financial reporting in order to remediate the material weaknesses, noted above.

While our evaluation of the appropriate remediation plans is still ongoing, efforts to date have included recruiting experienced accounting personnel, relating to our acquisitions during the year. As an interim measure, the Company utilizes third party consultants to assist in the preparation of financial reporting and other financial aspects of the business, as well as continuing to integrate the Company’s subsidiaries accounting personnel and processes.

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

As a result of the investigation into the Company’s South African subsidiaries financial and accounting functions as set forth above, the Audit Committee made several recommendations to the Board to address the identified material weaknesses in Company’s internal control over financial reporting. As a result of the acquisitions of ARB in September 2013, WEW in November 2013, Just Fresh in December 2013, Hooters Pacific NW in January 2014, Spoon in January 2014, the Australian entities in April and July 2014 and The Burger Co. in September 2014, the Company is evaluating and implementing changes to processes, policies and other components of its internal control over financial reporting with respect to the consolidation of the newly acquired operations into the Company’s financial statements.  Management continues to be engaged in substantial efforts to evaluate the effectiveness of our internal control procedures and the design of those control procedures relating to the newly acquired companies.  Except for the activities described above, there were no changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the quarter ended September 30, 2014, that materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.

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PART II – OTHER INFORMATION

ITEM 1: LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

See Note 10—Commitments and Contingencies of the notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements set forth in Part I, Item 1 of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, for a description of material legal proceedings.

ITEM 1A: RISK FACTORS

There have been no material changes in our risk factors as previously disclosed in “Risk Factors” in Item 1A of Part I of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013. Readers should carefully consider the factors discussed in “Risk Factors” in Item 1A of Part I of the Annual Report on Form 10-K, which could materially affect our business, financial condition or future results. The risks described in the Annual Report on Form 10-K are not the only risks we face. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial also may materially adversely affect our business, financial condition or future results.

ITEM 2: UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS

Common Stock and Common Stock Warrant Issuances

During the three months ended September 30, 2014, the Company raised from private investors $641,000 for 320,500 and 458,000 shares of common stock and 96,150 five-year common stock warrants exercisable at $3.50 per share. Subsequent to September 30, 2014, the Company re-priced certain warrants with an original exercise price of $5.50 and $7.00 to $2.00, subject to immediate cash exercise. The Company received $349,544 of funds related to this transaction. On September 9, 2014, the Company purchased 100% of the net assets of The Burger Company located in Charlotte, North Carolina, a similar concept to our ARB restaurants, for a purchase price of $550,000, which consisted of $250,000 in cash and $300,000 (146,628 shares) in the Company’s common stock. During the three months ended September 30, 2014 the Company issued 11,500 shares valued at $23,860 for investor relations services.

ITEM 3: DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES

Not applicable.

ITEM 4: MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES

Not applicable.

ITEM 5: OTHER INFORMATION

None.

ITEM 6: EXHIBITS

The exhibits filed with this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q are set forth in the Exhibit Index and are incorporated herein by reference.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

	CHANTICLEER HOLDINGS, INC.
Date: November 14, 2014	By:	/s/ Michael D. Pruitt
	Michael D. Pruitt
	Chief Executive Officer
	/s/ Eric S. Lederer
	Eric S. Lederer
	Chief Financial Officer
	Principal Accounting Officer

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EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit	Description
3.1	Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation effective October 2, 2014 (incorporated by reference to the exhibit filed with our Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on October 2, 2014).
10.1	Debt Assumption Agreements dated July 1, 2014 (incorporated by reference to the exhibit filed with our Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 3, 2014).
10.2	Gaming Assignment dated July 1, 2014 (incorporated by reference to the exhibit filed with our Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 3, 2014).
10.3	Asset Purchase Agreement by and between Chanticleer Holdings, Inc., The Burger Company, LLC and American Burger Morehead, LLC dated September 9, 2014 (incorporated by reference to the exhibit filed with our Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on September 10, 2014).
31.1	Certification of Periodic Report by Michael D. Pruitt, as Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) or 15d-14(a) of the Exchange Act, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
31.2	Certification of Periodic Report by Eric S. Lederer, as Chief Financial Officer, pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) or 15d-14(a) of the Exchange Act, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
32.1	Certification of Periodic Report by Michael D. Pruitt, as Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
32.2	Certification of Periodic Report by Eric S. Lederer, as Chief Financial Officer, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
101	The following financial information from our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2014, formatted in XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) includes: (i) the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, (ii) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013, (iii) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013, and (iv) the Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

Our SEC file number reference for documents filed with the SEC pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, is 001-35570. Prior to June 7, 2012, our SEC file number reference was 000-29507.

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EX-31.1

Exhibit 31.1

CHANTICLEER HOLDINGS, INC. FORM 10-Q FOR THE QUARTER ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO

SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

I, Michael D. Pruitt, certify that:

1. I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. (the registrant);

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

a. designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b. designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

c. evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

d. disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a. All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b. Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

November 14, 2014	/s/ Michael D. Pruitt
	Michael D. Pruitt
	Chief Executive Officer

EX-31.2

Exhibit 31.2

CHANTICLEER HOLDINGS, INC. FORM 10-Q FOR THE QUARTER ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO

SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

I, Eric S. Lederer, certify that:

I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. (the registrant);

1. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

2. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

3. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

a. designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b. designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

c. evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

d. disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions);

a. All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b. Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

November 14, 2014	/s/ Eric S. Lederer
	Eric S. Lederer
	Chief Financial Officer

EX-32.1

Exhibit 32.1

CHANTICLEER HOLDINGS, INC. FORM 10-Q FOR THE QUARTER ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED

PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

I, Michael D. Pruitt, certify that:

1. I am the Chief Executive Officer of Chanticleer Holdings, Inc.

2. Attached to this certification is Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2014, a periodic report (the “periodic report”) filed by the issuer with the Securities Exchange Commission pursuant to Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), which contains financial statements.

3. I hereby certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that

· The periodic report containing the financial statements fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Exchange Act, and

· The information in the periodic report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the issuer for the periods presented.

November 14, 2014	/s/ Michael D. Pruitt
	Michael D. Pruitt
	Chief Executive Officer

EX-32.2

Exhibit 32.2

CHANTICLEER HOLDINGS, INC. FORM 10-Q FOR THE QUARTER ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED

PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

I, Eric S. Lederer, certify that:

1. I am the Chief Financial Officer of Chanticleer Holdings, Inc.

2. Attached to this certification is Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2014, a periodic report (the “periodic report”) filed by the issuer with the Securities Exchange Commission pursuant to Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), which contains financial statements.

3. I hereby certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that

· The periodic report containing the financial statements fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Exchange Act, and

· The information in the periodic report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the issuer for the periods presented.

November 14, 2014	/s/ Eric S. Lederer
	Eric S. Lederer
	Chief Financial Officer

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INVESTMENTS (Details Textual) (USD $)	9 Months Ended			9 Months Ended					9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Nov. 26, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014 Sales Revenue, Net [Member]	Mar. 31, 2014 Maximum [Member]	Mar. 31, 2014 Minimum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hoot Campbelltown Pty Ltd [Member] AUSTRALIA [Member]	Dec. 31, 2013 Hoot Campbelltown Pty Ltd [Member] AUSTRALIA [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hooters Australia [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hooters Australia [Member] Maximum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hooters Australia [Member] Minimum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Second Hooters Location [Member] AUSTRALIA [Member]	Dec. 31, 2013 Second Hooters Location [Member] AUSTRALIA [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Third Hooters Location [Member] AUSTRALIA [Member]	Dec. 31, 2013 Third Hooters Location [Member] AUSTRALIA [Member]
Investments Debt And Equity Securities [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	60.00%		25.00%		60.00%	49.00%	49.00%	49.00%				49.00%	49.00%	49.00%	49.00%
Business Combination, Step Acquisition, Equity Interest in Acquiree, Percentage	49.00%			60.00%					60.00%	60.00%	49.00%
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred, Total	$ 11,267,239	$ 9,061,203							$ 5,000,000
Concentration Risk, Percentage				100.00%

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STOCKHOLDER'S EQUITY (Details Textual) (USD $)	0 Months Ended	1 Months Ended						3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended						0 Months Ended			1 Months Ended	9 Months Ended		1 Months Ended	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended		3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		1 Months Ended					9 Months Ended			9 Months Ended			0 Months Ended
	Nov. 07, 2013	Nov. 26, 2013	Oct. 17, 2013	Oct. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Aug. 31, 2013	Apr. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 26, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Aug. 02, 2013	Mar. 31, 2014 Maximum [Member]	Mar. 31, 2014 Minimum [Member]	Nov. 07, 2013 Class Of Warrants One [Member]	Nov. 07, 2013 Class Of Warrants Two [Member]	Nov. 07, 2013 Private Placement [Member]	Oct. 17, 2013 Private Placement [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Private Placement [Member]	Nov. 26, 2013 Beacher's Subscription Agreement [Member]	Nov. 26, 2013 Right to Purchase Agreement [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Warrant [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Warrant [Member]		Sep. 30, 2014 Common Stock [Member]		Sep. 30, 2014 Common Stock [Member]		Sep. 30, 2013 American Roadside Burgers, Inc [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 American Roadside Burgers, Inc [Member]	Dec. 11, 2013 Just Fresh [Member]	Dec. 10, 2013 Just Fresh [Member]	Nov. 05, 2013 Just Fresh [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hooters Pacific NW [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hooters Pacific NW [Member] Maximum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hooters Pacific NW [Member] Minimum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Spoon [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Spoon [Member] Maximum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Spoon [Member] Minimum [Member]	Sep. 09, 2014 The Burger Company [Member]
Stockholder's Equity [Line Items]
Common stock, shares authorized								45,000,000	45,000,000		45,000,000
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share								$ 0.0001	$ 0.0001		$ 0.0001						$ 0.001	$ 0.001											$ 5.00
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued for Services				15,000	25,000	300,000	4,000	11,500	110,264														110,264	[1]
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Issued For Services				$ 62,500	$ 117,000		$ 7,720	$ 23,860	$ 354,617
Expense Related To share issuance					93,600
Stock Issued																													3,611,126
Class Of Warrant Or Right Issued																													1,710,077
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues	160,000		666,667																		53,334	96,150	111,150		320,500		458,000
Warrants Valued		176,000
Proceeds from Issuance of Private Placement								641,000	841,000
Fees and Commissions																	32,000	150,000	150,000
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage		25.00%						60.00%	60.00%				60.00%	49.00%						1.00%									100.00%	100.00%	5.00%		51.00%
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues			2,500,000												80,000	80,000	800,000				260,000
Issuance Of Units, Consists Of Shares And Warrant																													740,000
Issuance Of Units, Price Per Unit																	$ 5.00	$ 3.75
Business Acquisition, Percentage of Voting Interests Acquired											56.00%																				56.00%	56.00%
Business Acquisition, Acquired Entity Costs Purchase Price																															30,000		560,000
Warrants Issued To Purchase Common Stock		50,000															80,000		80,000
Total Contribution Amount																				500,000
Class Of Warrant Or Right Value Of Securities Called By Warrants Or Rights																	312,000		312,000
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding								6,978,061	6,978,061		5,387,897
Common Stock, Shares, Issued								6,978,061	6,978,061		5,387,897																		740,000
Noncash or Part Noncash Acquisition, Noncash Financial or Equity Instrument Consideration, Common Stock and Warrants Issued, Shares																																		680,272			195,000
Warrants Maturity Term		five-year							five-year								five- year										five-year							five-year			five-year
Noncash Or Part Noncash Acquisition, Noncash Financial Or Equity Instrument Consideration, Value Common Stock and Warrants Issued																																		3,900,000			1,100,000
Class of Warrant or Right, Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights			$ 5.00			$ 3.00		$ 3.50	$ 3.50			$ 3.00			$ 5.50	$ 7.00	$ 5.00								$ 1.66	[2]	$ 1.66	[2]							$ 7.00	$ 5.50		$ 7.00	$ 5.50
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized										5,000,000
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Acquisitions																																								146,628
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Acquisitions																																								$ 300,000

[1] Shares valued using Market value approach

[2] Warrants valued using Black-Scholes

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CONVERTIBLE NOTES PAYABLE (Details 2) (USD $)	7 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Aug. 02, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Debt Instrument, Redemption [Line Items]
Common stock closing price		$ 2.65
Convertible Notes Payable [Member]
Debt Instrument, Redemption [Line Items]
Common stock closing price	$ 4.15	$ 2.07	$ 3.37
Conversion per share price	$ 3.73	$ 1.84	$ 4.71
Conversion shares	804,764	1,632,387
Expected life (in years)	3 years	1 year 9 months 18 days
Expected volatility	109.55%	64.60%
Call option value	$ 2.82	$ 0.79
Risk-free interest rate	0.59%	0.58%
Dividends	0.00%	0.00%

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COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Details Textual) (USD $)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]
Loss Contingency, Estimated Recovery from Third Party	Rolalor and Labyrinth, be wound up in satisfaction of an alleged debt owed in the total amount of R4,082,636 (approximately $480,000).
Litigation Settlement, Amount	$ 850,000
Chanticleer's Insurance Carrier [Member]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]
Litigation Settlement, Amount	837,500
Creason Associates, PLLC [Member]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]
Litigation Settlement, Amount	$ 12,500

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CONVERTIBLE NOTES PAYABLE (Details) (USD $)	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Convertible Notes Payable [Line Items]
Convertible Notes Payable, Total	$ 1,529,759	$ 416,667
Current portion of convertible notes payable	(363,092)	0
Convertible notes payable, less current portion	1,166,667	416,667
6% Convertible Notes Payable [Member]
Convertible Notes Payable [Line Items]
Convertible Notes Payable, Total	3,000,000	3,000,000
Discounts on above convertible note	(1,833,333)	(2,583,333)
15% Convertible Notes Payable [Member]
Convertible Notes Payable [Line Items]
Convertible Notes Payable, Total	500,000	0
Discounts on above convertible note	$ (136,908)	$ 0

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ACQUISITIONS (Details 2) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Net revenues	$ 11,437,149	$ 10,241,985	$ 27,100,251	$ 25,911,456
Loss from continuing operations	(516,733)	(1,691,741)	(3,361,231)	(3,718,031)
Income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest	75,697	(8,232)	(39,342)	(39,842)
Net loss	$ (441,036)	$ (1,699,973)	$ (3,400,573)	$ (3,757,873)
Net loss per share, basic and diluted (in dollars per share)	$ (0.07)	$ (0.46)	$ (0.54)	$ (1.02)
Weighted average shares outstanding, basic and diluted (in shares)	6,628,011	3,704,526	6,279,688	3,701,804

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DISCLOSURES ABOUT FAIR VALUE (Details 1) (USD $)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Balance at January 1, 2014	$ 2,146,000
Change in fair value of derivative liability	(849,300)
Amount included in debt discounts	216,800
Balance at September 30, 2014	1,513,500
Warrant [Member]
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Balance at January 1, 2014	0
Change in fair value of derivative liability	(34,500)
Amount included in debt discounts	111,300
Balance at September 30, 2014	76,800
Conversion Feature [Member]
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Balance at January 1, 2014	2,146,000
Change in fair value of derivative liability	(814,800)
Amount included in debt discounts	105,500
Balance at September 30, 2014	$ 1,436,700

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CONVERTIBLE NOTES PAYABLE (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Convertible Debt [Table Text Block]

Convertible notes payable at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 are as follows:

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
6% Convertible notes payable issued in August 2013	$	3,000,000	$	3,000,000
Discounts on above convertible note		(1,833,333)		(2,583,333)
15% Convertible notes payable issued in March 2014		500,000		-
Discounts on above convertible note		(136,908)		-
		1,529,759		416,667
Current portion of convertible notes payable		(363,092)		-
Convertible notes payable, less current portion	$	1,166,667	$	416,667

Conversion Feature And Warrants [Member]

Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring, Valuation Techniques [Table Text Block]

The fair value of the embedded conversion feature and the warrants each was estimated using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model which approximated the Binomial Lattice model. Key assumptions used to apply this pricing model during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 were as follows:

Risk-free interest rate	0.15%-0.79%
Expected life	1-5 years
Expected volatility	62%-89%

Convertible Notes Payable [Member]

Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring, Valuation Techniques [Table Text Block]

The table below shows the assumptions as of the date of issuance and September 30, 2014.

	August 2, 2013			September 30, 2014
Common stock closing price	$	4.15		$	2.07
Conversion per share price	$	3.73		$	1.84
Conversion shares		804,764			1,632,387
Expected life (in years)		3.0			1.8
Expected volatility		109.55	%		64.60	%
Call option value	$	2.82		$	0.79
Risk-free interest rate		0.59	%		0.58	%
Dividends		0.00	%		0.00	%

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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND ACCRUED EXPENCESS (Details) (USD $)	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Schedule of Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities [Line Items]
Accounts Payable, Current	$ 3,321,355	$ 1,676,145
Accrual for Taxes Other than Income Taxes, Current	1,722,354	636,568
Accrued Income Taxes, Current	38,027	15,776
Interest Payable, Current	286,870	97,384
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Current	$ 5,368,606	$ 2,425,873

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INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET (Details 2) (USD $)	Sep. 30, 2014
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
2015	$ 341,017
2016	341,017
2017	341,017
2018	341,017
2019	341,017
Thereafter	2,046,568
Totals	3,751,653
Franchise Rights [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
2015	61,590
2016	61,590
2017	61,590
2018	61,590
2019	61,590
Thereafter	858,860
Totals	1,166,810
Trademarks and Trade Names [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
2015	279,427
2016	279,427
2017	279,427
2018	279,427
2019	279,427
Thereafter	1,187,708
Totals	$ 2,584,843

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INVESTMENTS (Details 1) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Balance, beginning of year			$ 941,963	$ 1,066,915	$ 1,066,915
Equity in losses	0	(13,131)	(40,694)	(46,184)	(125,017)
New investments			100,000		100,000
Step acquisition reclassification			(1,001,269)		0
Return of capital			0		(99,935)
Balance, end of period	0		0		941,963
Equity Method Investments	0		0		941,963
Hoot Campbelltown Pty Ltd [Member]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Equity Method Investments	0		0		483,603
Second Hooters Location [Member]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Equity Method Investments	0		0		384,605
Third Hooters Location [Member]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Equity Method Investments	$ 0		$ 0		$ 73,755

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STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (Details) (USD $)	1 Months Ended				3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Aug. 31, 2013	Apr. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014		Sep. 30, 2014		Oct. 17, 2013	Aug. 02, 2013
Schedule Of Common Stock And Warrants Issued For Services [Line Items]
Number of shares/warrants										300,000
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued For Services	15,000	25,000	300,000	4,000	11,500		110,264
Per share/warrant Value			$ 3.00		$ 3.50		$ 3.50		$ 5.00	$ 3.00
Warrants Issued For Services [Member]
Schedule Of Common Stock And Warrants Issued For Services [Line Items]
Number of shares/warrants					51,250	[1]	51,250	[1]
Per share/warrant Value					$ 1.66	[1]	$ 1.66	[1]
Total Value							$ 85,200	[1]
Common Stock Issued For Services [Member]
Schedule Of Common Stock And Warrants Issued For Services [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued For Services							110,264	[2]
Sale of Stock, Price Per Share					$ 3.22	[2]	$ 3.22	[2]
Total Value							$ 354,617	[2]

[1] Warrants valued using Black-Scholes

[2] Shares valued using Market value approach

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CONVERTIBLE NOTES PAYABLE (Details 1)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014
Maximum [Member]
Debt Instrument, Redemption [Line Items]
Risk-free interest rate	0.79%
Expected life	5 years
Expected volatility	89.00%
Minimum [Member]
Debt Instrument, Redemption [Line Items]
Risk-free interest rate	0.15%
Expected life	1 year
Expected volatility	62.00%

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INVESTMENTS

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]

Investments in Debt and Marketable Equity Securities (and Certain Trading Assets) Disclosure [Text Block]

4. INVESTMENTS

OTHER INVESTMENTS ARE SUMMARIZED AS FOLLOWS AT SEPTEMBER 30, 2014 AND DECEMBER 31, 2013.

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Investments accounted for under the equity method	$	-	$	941,963
Investments accounted for under the cost method		1,550,000		1,550,000
Total	$	1,550,000	$	2,491,963

INVESTMENTS ACCOUNTED FOR USING THE EQUITY METHOD

Effective April 1, 2014, the Company increased its ownership stake in Hooters restaurant in Campbelltown, Australia from 49% to 60%. In addition, the Company increased its ownership stake to 60% in the two new stores recently completed or under construction in Surfers Paradise (which opened on July 4, 2014), Australia and Townsville, Australia which we expect to open late 2014. The Company consolidated these entities beginning with this Quarterly Report on form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2014.

Also on July 1, 2014, the Company acquired 60% of the two other Hooters restaurants in Australia, in Penrith and Parramatta, suburbs of Sydney, as well as 60% interest in the related Australian management company. These entities own, operate, and manage Australian Hooters restaurants and gaming operations. The purchase price was the assumption of $5 million in debt. Also as part of the transaction, the Company will receive 100% of all gaming revenue until the debt is repaid, and thereafter the Company will receive 60% of such revenue for the remainder of the lifetime of the gaming machines.

Activity in investments accounted for using the equity method is summarized as follows:

	Nine Months Ended		Year Ended
	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Balance, beginning of year	$	941,963	$	1,066,915
Equity in losses		(40,694)		(125,017)
New investments		100,000		100,000
Step acquisition reclassification		(1,001,269)		-
Return of capital		-		(99,935)
Balance, end of period	$	-	$	941,963

Equity investments consist of the following at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013:

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Carrying value:
Hoot Campbelltown Pty. Ltd. (49%) - Australia	$	-	$	483,603
Second Hooters location (49%) - Australia		-		384,605
Third Hooters location (49%) - Australia		-		73,755
	$	-	$	941,963

The summarized balance sheets for the three locations in Australia of which we owned 49% at December 31, 2013 follows:

	December 31,
	2013
ASSETS
Current assets	$	362,085
Non-current assets		3,089,230
TOTAL ASSETS	$	3,451,315
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities	$	972,885
PARTNER'S EQUITY		2,478,430
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS' EQUITY	$	3,451,315

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INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET (Details Textual)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014
Franchise Rights [Member]
Intangible Asset Including Goodwill [Line Items]
Finite-Lived Intangible Asset, Useful Life	20 years
Trademarks and Trade Names [Member]
Intangible Asset Including Goodwill [Line Items]
Finite-Lived Intangible Asset, Useful Life	10 years

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NATURE OF BUSINESS (Details Textual) (USD $)	0 Months Ended	1 Months Ended				3 Months Ended			9 Months Ended						9 Months Ended		3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended			0 Months Ended			1 Months Ended	9 Months Ended		9 Months Ended									9 Months Ended				3 Months Ended
	Nov. 07, 2013	Oct. 17, 2013	Aug. 31, 2013	Apr. 30, 2013	Jan. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Feb. 28, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Nov. 26, 2013	Aug. 02, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014 Australian Entities [Member]	Jun. 30, 2014 Australian Entities [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Common Stock [Member]		Sep. 30, 2014 Common Stock [Member]		Sep. 30, 2014 Warrant [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Warrant [Member]	Mar. 31, 2014 Minimum [Member]	Mar. 31, 2014 Maximum [Member]	Nov. 07, 2013 Class Of Warrants One [Member]	Nov. 07, 2013 Class Of Warrants Two [Member]	Nov. 07, 2013 Private Placement [Member]	Oct. 17, 2013 Private Placement [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Private Placement [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Two Outside Companies [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 South Africa [Member]	Dec. 31, 2013 Nevada [Member]	Oct. 31, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] Minimum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] Maximum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes [Member]	Aug. 02, 2013 Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 American Roadside Burgers, Inc [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 American Roadside Burgers, Inc [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 American Roadside Burgers [Member]	Dec. 11, 2013 JF [Member]	Dec. 10, 2013 JF [Member]	Nov. 05, 2013 JF [Member]	Mar. 31, 2014 Hooters Nottingham [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hooters Nottingham [Member]
Collaborative Arrangements and Non-collaborative Arrangement Transactions [Line Items]
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS						$ 1,914,864			$ 1,914,864			$ 1,713,133
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES						10,693,098			10,693,098			5,531,983
Working Capital Balance (Deficit)						8,778,234			8,778,234
Net Income Loss						551,440	1,423,472		3,412,815	2,868,249
Unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities						0	(7,922)		(15,527)	(44,887)
Foreign translation Income (Loss)						177,219	15,841		228,384	70,756
Other comprehensive income (loss):						(374,221)	(1,415,553)		(3,199,958)	(2,842,380)
Approximate General and Administrative Expenses									4,307,257
Non Cash Of General And Administrative Expenses									506,942
Going Concern Description									In August 2012, the Company opened a restaurant in Budapest, Hungary, and earns 80% of the operating results with our operating partner earning 20%. Domestically in 2013 the Company purchased 100% of ARB on September 30, 2013 and also purchased a similar restaurant called The Burger Company in Charlotte, NC on September 9, 2014, and 56% of JFR and JFFS, owners of Just Fresh, a Charlotte, North Carolina-based casual dining concept, in December 2013. Effective November 7, 2013, the Company acquired 100% of an existing Hooters restaurant in Nottingham, England. On January 31, 2014, the Company closed the purchases of 100% of two Hooters restaurants in the states of Washington and Oregon and a gaming facility operated through the Oregon Lottery system, as well as Spoon Bar and Kitchen in Dallas, Texas. In March 2013, the Company closed its investment management business, which saved us approximately $50,000 per quarter starting fully in the third quarter of 2013. Historically, the Company also has earned 49% of the operating results with our operating partner earning 51% in our Hooters location opened in January 2012 in Campbelltown, Australia, a suburb of Sydney. During April 2014, the Company purchased an additional 11% of the Hooters location in Campbelltown from our Australian partner, increasing our ownership to 60%. Construction is also recently completed or underway on two additional Hooters Australia locations under the same terms (the Company will hold a 60% interest in each). The first site in Surfers Paradise opened to the public on July 14, 2014 and the second site in Townsville is expected to open late in the fourth quarter of 2014 or early in 2015
Line of credit to a bank					170,000	500,000			500,000
Gain on extinguishment of debt					71,000				0	70,900
Payment Of Bank Liabilities					99,000																										721,327
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage						60.00%			60.00%				25.00%										49.00%	60.00%														100.00%	100.00%		5.00%		51.00%	30.00%
Business Acquisition, Percentage of Voting Interests Acquired												56.00%				60.00%																									56.00%	56.00%
Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Parent																																5.00%
Notes Payable to Bank						187,393			187,393																															10,249
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date				Aug. 10, 2014					Oct. 10, 2018																															Aug. 05, 2014
Debt Instrument, Periodic Payment									4,406
Secured Debt, Total				500,000							500,000
Convertible Debt																																													3,000,000
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage			6.00%																																	15.00%	6.00%
Warrant Term	5 years	5 years	3 years																								5 years	5 years																5 years
Class of Warrant or Right, Number of Securities Called by Warrants or Rights														300,000			51,250	[1]	51,250	[1]							6,400	40,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues		2,500,000																							80,000	80,000	800,000
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues	160,000	666,667															320,500		458,000		96,150	111,150
Shares Issued, Price Per Share		$ 3.75
Common Stock, Par Or Stated Value Per Share						$ 0.0001			$ 0.0001			$ 0.0001															$ 0.001	$ 0.001											$ 5.00
Fees and Commissions																											32,000	150,000	150,000
Class of Warrant or Right, Outstanding																									80,000	80,000
Debt Instrument, Face Amount															5,000,000															200,000							3,000,000
Gain (Loss) On Disposition Of Business								50,000
Proceeds from Convertible Debt																																												500,000
Class of Warrant or Right, Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights		$ 5.00	$ 3.00			$ 3.50			$ 3.50					$ 3.00			$ 1.66	[1]	$ 1.66	[1]					$ 5.50	$ 7.00	$ 5.00						$ 2.00	$ 5.50	$ 7.00									$ 5.25
Proceeds from Issuance of Private Placement						$ 641,000			$ 841,000
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate During Period															12.00%
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Acquisitions															250,000
Debt Instrument, Payment Terms															$2,000,000 on December 31, 2014, $2,000,000 on June 30, 2015, and $1,000,000 on December 31, 2015. On October 15, 2014, principal repayments were restructured whereby $650,000 is due by September 30, 2015, $3,350,000 by July 31, 2016, and the remaining $1,000,000 by January 31, 2017. The Company will issue $175,000 of the Companys common stock (87,500 shares at $2.00 per share) and 87,500 common stock warrants at $3.50 per share exercise price in consideration for the debt restructuring

[1] Warrants valued using Black-Scholes

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DISCLOSURES ABOUT FAIR VALUE (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]

Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Table Text Block]

Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized in the following tables according to FASB ASC 820 pricing levels.

	Fair Value Measurement Using
			Quoted prices
			in active		Significant
			markets of		other		Significant
			identical		observable		Unobservable
	Recorded		assets		inputs		Inputs
	value		(Level 1)		(Level 2)		(Level 3)
September 30, 2014
Assets:
Available-for-sale securities	$	35,362	$	35,362	$	-	$	-
Liabilities:
Embedded conversion feature	$	1,436,700	$	-	$	-	$	1,436,700
Warrant liability		76,800		-		-		76,800
	$	1,513,500	$	-	$	-	$	1,513,500
December 31, 2013
Assets:
Available-for-sale securities	$	55,112	$	55,112	$	-	$	-
Liabilities:
Embedded conversion feature	$	2,146,000	$	-	$	-	$	2,146,000

Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table Text Block]

 The following table provides a summary of the changes in fair value, including net transfers in and/or out, of all financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014. The Company did not have any warrants or conversion feature financial assets for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013.

			Conversion
	Warrants		Feature		Total
Balance at January 1, 2014	$	-	$	2,146,000	$	2,146,000
Change in fair value of derivative liability		(34,500)		(814,800)		(849,300)
Amount included in debt discounts		111,300		105,500		216,800
Balance at September 30, 2014	$	76,800	$	1,436,700	$	1,513,500

Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]

The following are revenues and operating income (loss) by geographic area as of and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:

	Three Months Ended September 30,				Nine Months Ended September 30,
Revenue:	2014		2013		2014		2013
United States	$	3,957,161	$	25,000	$	10,445,982	$	75,000
South Africa		1,601,493		1,302,709		4,905,249		4,165,886
Australia		2,641,909		-		3,153,589		-
Europe		1,426,179		278,536		3,669,177		698,524
	$	9,626,742	$	1,606,245	$	22,173,997	$	4,939,410
Operating income (loss):
United States	$	(729,351)	$	(767,524)	$	(3,408,663)	$	(1,850,054)
South Africa		(70,571)		(98,973)		(220,186)		(320,212)
Australia		192,566		-		(88,002)		-
Europe		19,007		(109,685)		44,816		(268,541)
	$	(588,349)	$	(976,182)	$	(3,672,035)	$	(2,438,807)

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DISCLOSURES ABOUT FAIR VALUE (Details) (USD $)	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Assets:
Available-for-sale securities	$ 35,362	$ 55,112
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	1,513,500
Embedded Conversion Feature [Member]
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	1,436,700	2,146,000
Warrant [Member]
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	76,800
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Assets:
Available-for-sale securities	35,362	55,112
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member] | Embedded Conversion Feature [Member]
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member] | Warrant [Member]
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Assets:
Available-for-sale securities	0	0
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Embedded Conversion Feature [Member]
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Warrant [Member]
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Assets:
Available-for-sale securities	0	0
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	1,513,500
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] | Embedded Conversion Feature [Member]
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	1,436,700	2,146,000
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] | Warrant [Member]
Liabilities:
Derivative liability	$ 76,800

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LONG-TERM DEBT AND NOTES PAYABLE (Details) (USD $)	Sep. 30, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	$ 7,108,720		$ 1,234,360
Current portion of long-term debt	2,092,005		835,454
Long-term debt, less current portion	5,016,715		398,906
Bank Overdrafts [Member]
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	167,502		79,372
Notes Payable to Bank One [Member]
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	187,393	[1]	218,119	[1]
Line of Credit [Member]
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	500,000	[2]	472,000	[2]
Notes Payable to Bank Two [Member]
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	500,000	[3]	0	[3]
Notes Payable To Bank Three [Member]
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	0	[4]	38,614	[4]
Loan Agreement One [Member]
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	100,000	[5]	150,000	[5]
Loan Agreement Two [Member]
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	100,000	[6]	0	[6]
Term Facility One [Member]
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	99,906		133,448
Term Facility Two [Member]
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	327,218	[7]	0	[7]
Term Facility Three [Member]
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	126,701		142,807
Loan Agreement Three [Member]
Short-term Debt [Line Items]
Total Long-term Debt	$ 5,000,000	[8]	$ 0	[8]

[1] On April 11, 2013, the Company and Paragon Commercial Bank (“Paragon”) entered into a credit agreement (the “Credit Agreement”).

[2] The Credit Agreement provides for an additional $500,000 revolving credit facility with a one-year term from the closing date. The Credit Agreement is available to be drawn at the Company’s discretion to finance investments in new business ventures and for the Company’s general corporate working capital requirements in the ordinary course of business. The note payable originally matured on August 10, 2013 and on November 4, 2013 the note was extended to October 10, 2018 with monthly principal and interest payments of $4,406, whereas the new credit facility (b) expires on May 10, 2015. Borrowings under the Credit Agreement bear monthly interest at the greater of: (i) floor rate of 5.00% or (ii) the Wall Street Journal’s prime plus rate (3.25% as of September 30, 2014) plus 1.00%. All unpaid principal and interest is due one (1) year after the closing date. Any borrowings are secured by a lien on all of the Company’s assets. The obligations under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by Mike Pruitt, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer.

[3] In addition, in February 2014 the Company secured a note with Paragon for $500,000 due on June 10, 2019. The note bears interest at a 5% annual rate, payments of interest only are due monthly until the due date. This increased the Company’s aggregate obligation to Paragon to approximately $1.2 million at September 30, 2014.

[4] ARB entered into a term note with TD Bank in 2008 for $300,000, which has a balance of $10,249 at September 30, 2014 and had a maturity date of August 4, 2014. The interest rate is 1.75% above the Wall Street Journal prime rate (3.25%), and the monthly principal and interest payment is $4,836, subject to adjustment by TD Bank, except for the last payment which shall be the unpaid balance at maturity. The term note is personally guaranteed by two former shareholders of ARB, and TD Bank has a first lien on all ARB’s assets. The note has been paid in full.

[5] On December 23, 2013, the Company entered into a loan agreement with an outside company for $150,000, due on February 23, 2014. Interest is compounded monthly at a rate of 1%. As of February 23, 2014, the Company was not in compliance with the terms of this note due to non-payment of principal and interest. On March 21 and August 20, 2014, the Company paid the note holder $25,000 each of principal and accrued interest. The note holder has not issued a formal notice of default to the Company.

[6] On June 20, 2014, the Company entered into a loan agreement with an outside company for $100,000, due on July 11, 2014. Interest is at an 8% annual rate. The Company is currently negotiating with the lender to extend this debt. The note holder has not issued a formal notice of default to the Company.

[7] In April 2014, our South African subsidiary entered into a mortgage note with a South African bank for the purchase of the building in Port Elizabeth for our Hooters location. The 10-year note is for $330,220 with an annual interest rate of 2.6% above the South African prime rate (prime currently 9.25%). Monthly principal and interest payments of approximately $4,600 commenced in August, 2014. The mortgage note is personally guaranteed by our CEO and South African COO and secured by the assets of the Port Elizabeth building.

[8] On July 1, 2014, pursuant to Purchase Agreements executed on June 30, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of a sixty percent (60%) ownership interest in Hoot Parramatta Pty Ltd, Hoot Australia Pty Ltd, Hoot Penrith Pty Ltd, and TMIX Management Australia Pty Ltd (collectively, the “Australian Entities”), which own, operate, and manage Hooters restaurant locations and gaming operations in Australia. The ownership interest in the Australian Entities was purchased from the respective entities in exchange for the Company agreeing to assume a five million dollar ($5,000,000) debt bearing interest at 12% annually and issuing two hundred fifty thousand (250,000) warrants to purchase shares of our common stock. Originally principal repayments were as follows: $2,000,000 on December 31, 2014, $2,000,000 on June 30, 2015, and $1,000,000 on December 31, 2015. On October 15, 2014, principal repayments were restructured whereby $650,000 is due by September 30, 2015, $3,350,000 is due by July 31, 2016, and the remaining $1,000,000 is due by January 31, 2017. The Company will issue $175,000 of the Company’s common stock (87,500 shares at $2.00 per share) and 87,500 common stock warrants at $3.50 per share exercise price in consideration for the debt restructuring before the end of November 2014.

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SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Details)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	10,700,256	6,241,458
Warrant [Member]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	8,695,048	6,241,458
Convertible Notes Payable [Member]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	1,916,559	0
Convertible Interest [Member]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	88,649	0

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ACQUISITIONS (Details) (Dallas Spoon and Dallas Spoon Beverage [Member])	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014
Dallas Spoon and Dallas Spoon Beverage [Member]
Assumptions:
Risk-free interest rate	1.49%
Expected life	5 years
Expected volatility	50.00%
Dividends	0.00%

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ACQUISITIONS

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Business Combinations [Abstract]

Business Combination Disclosure [Text Block]

3. ACQUISITIONS

The Company completed the following acquisitions:

· American Roadside Burgers, effective September 30, 2013;

· West End Wings, LTD (Hooters Nottingham), effective November 7, 2013;

· 56% ownership interest in Just Fresh, effective December 10, 2013;

· Tacoma Wings, LLC, Jantzen Beach Wings, LLC and Oregon Owl’s Nest, LLC, effective January 31, 2014; and

· Dallas Spoon, LLC and Dallas Spoon Beverage, LLC, effective January 31, 2014.

· Hoot Campbelltown Pty. Ltd., Hoot Surfers Paradise Pty. Ltd. and Hoot Townsville Pty. Ltd., step acquisition from 49% to 60% effective April 1, 2014.

· 60% ownership interest in Hoot Parramatta Pty Ltd, Hoot Australia Pty Ltd, Hoot Penrith Pty Ltd, and TMIX Management Australia Pty Ltd., effective July 1, 2014.

· The Burger Company, LLC, effective September 9, 2014.

In connection with the acquisition of the restaurants, the Company analyzed each acquisition to determine the purchase price allocation in consideration of all identifiable intangibles.  Based on our evaluation, there were no marketing related assets, customer related intangibles or contract based arrangements for which the purchase price would be required to be allocated.  For marketing related assets, the Company did not acquire any trademarks or trade names (for Hooters acquisitions) or enter into any non-compete agreements. The Company is however required to pay royalties based on future sales. For acquisitions other than Hooters restaurants, the value of any trademark/tradename, was calculated using a relief of royalty method considering future franchise opportunities, and the value was determined to be de minimus. With respect to customer related intangibles, the Company did not acquire any customer lists or enter into any customer contractual arrangements nor did the Company enter into any licensing or royalty arrangements requiring a further allocation of the purchase price. The premium paid for the businesses represents the economic value which is not captured by other assets such as the reputation of the businesses, the value of its human capital, its future growth potential and its professional management. The acquisition of these businesses will help the Company expand its domestic operations and presence.

American Roadside Burgers (“ARB”)

On September 30, 2013, the Company entered into an agreement and plan of merger with ARB, whereby the Company acquired 100% of the outstanding shares of ARB. In exchange, the Company issued 740,000 shares of its common stock and warrants to acquire 740,000 shares of common stock for $5.00 per share. The warrants are exercisable beginning October 1, 2014 until September 30, 2018. In connection with this acquisition and the related management team, the Company acquired a strategic opportunity to participate in a high-growth space with an already established brand. The Company plans to continue to expand the American Roadside chain as future opportunities are presented, which has the potential to bring revenue and profits to the Company. During March and April 2014, the Company began doing business as American Burger Co. at the two Charlotte ARB locations.

The shares issued in connection with the acquisition were valued based on the Company’s closing stock market price on September 30, 2013, the date the acquisition was consummated. For the fair value of the warrants issued, we used the following inputs in the application of the Black-Scholes Option Pricing model:

· Current equity value: Our common stock, ticker HOTR on NASDAQ closing price on September 30, 2013, the valuation date, was $4.88.

· Strike price of the warrants: Per the warrant agreement, the strike price was $5.00.

· Time to maturity: The term of the warrants was calculated based on the time until the expiration date, which per the warrant agreement is five years.

· Volatility of the underlying asset: The volatility utilized in the analysis of the warrants was 55.0%, based on our analysis of industry peers.

· Risk-free rate of interest of: The risk-free interest rate was based on the rate of treasury securities with a similar term as the warrants, and was 1.39%.

The Black-Scholes option valuation model is used to estimate the fair value of the warrants or options granted. The model includes subjective input assumptions that can materially affect the fair value estimates. The Company determined the fair value of the Binomial Lattice Model and the Black-Scholes Valuation Model to be materially the same. The expected stock price volatility for the Company’s warrants was determined by the historical volatilities for industry peers and used an average of those volatilities.  The risk free interest rate was obtained from U.S. Treasury rates for the applicable periods. The contractual terms of the agreement does not provide for and the Company does not expect to declare dividends in the near future.

There is inherent uncertainty in our forecasts and projections, and if we had made different assumptions and estimates than those described previously, the determined fair value of our common stock as of each of the valuation dates could have been materially different.

On September 9, 2014, the Company purchased 100% of the net assets of The Burger Company located in Charlotte, North Carolina, a similar concept to our ARB restaurants, for a purchase price of $550,000, which consisted of $250,000 in cash and $300,000 in the Company’s common stock.

West End Wings (“WEW” or “Hooters Nottingham”)

On November 6, 2013, the Company closed the purchase of West End Wings LTD, which is the owner of the Nottingham, England Hooters restaurant location. The purchase price paid by the Company for WEW was $3,150,000.

The acquisition was accounted for using the purchase method of accounting in accordance with ASC 805 “Business Combinations”. The condensed consolidated statements of operations include the results of the Hooters Nottingham operations beginning November 7, 2013. The assets acquired and the liabilities assumed were recorded at November 6, 2013 at estimated fair values as determined by the Company’s management.

In connection with the acquisition of West End Wings, the Company analyzed the acquisition to determine the purchase price allocation in consideration of all identifiable intangibles.  Based on our evaluation, there were no marketing related assets or customer related intangibles for which the purchase price would be required to be allocated.  The Company is however required to pay royalties based on future sales. For marketing-related assets, the Company did not acquire the rights to any trademarks or trade names or enter into any non-compete agreements. The value of any franchise rights was determined to be de minimis given the franchise agreement provides no significant territorial exclusiveness and given the nominal value of any required franchise fees. The premium paid for the business represents the economic value which is not captured by other assets such as the reputation of the business, the value of its human capital, its future growth potential and its professional management. The acquisition of this business will help the Company expand its international operations.

Just Fresh (“JF”)

On November 5, 2013, the Company entered into a Subscription Agreement with JFR and JFFS, for the purchase of a 51% ownership interest in each entity, for a total purchase price of $560,000. The transaction closed on December 10, 2013 with the execution of an Assignment, Assumption, Joinder, and Amendment Agreement with both JFR and JFFS. On December 11, 2013, the Company purchased an additional 5% interest in both JFR and JFFS from an original interest holder for the total purchase price of $30,000, increasing the Company’s ownership interest in JFR and JFFS to a total of 56%.

Just Fresh currently operates six restaurants in the Charlotte, North Carolina area that offer fresh-squeezed juices, gourmet coffee, fresh-baked goods and premium-quality, made-to-order sandwiches, salads and soups.

Tacoma Wings, Jantzen Beach Wings and Oregon Owl’s Nest (“Hooters Pacific NW”)

On January 31, 2014, pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger executed on December 31, 2013, the Company completed the acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of each of Tacoma Wings, LLC, Jantzen Beach Wings, LLC and Oregon Owl’s Nest, LLC, which owned and operated the Hooters restaurant locations in Tacoma, Washington and Portland, Oregon, respectively. These entities were purchased from Hooters of Washington, LLC and Hooters of Oregon Partners, LLC (collectively, the “Hooters Sellers”) for a total purchase price of 680,272 Company units, with each unit consisting of one share of the Company’s common stock and one five-year warrant to purchase a share of the Company’s common stock. Half of the warrants are exercisable at $5.50 and half of the warrants are exercisable at $7.00. As part of this transaction, the Hooters Sellers were granted registration rights with respect to the Company’s common stock issued and underlying the warrants, and franchise rights and leasehold rights to the locations were transferred to the Company.

Dallas Spoon and Dallas Spoon Beverage (“Spoon”)

Also on January 31, 2014, pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger executed on January 14, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of Dallas Spoon, LLC and Dallas Spoon Beverage, LLC from Express Restaurant Holdings, LLC and Express Restaurant Holdings Beverage, LLC. The purchase price of 195,000 Company units was paid to Express Working Capital, LLC (“EWC”); the units consist of one share of the Company’s common stock and one five-year warrant to purchase a share of the Company’s common stock. Half of the warrants are exercisable at $5.50 and half of the warrants are exercisable at $7.00. As part of this transaction, EWC was granted registration rights with respect to the Company’s common stock issued and underlying the warrants, and all leaseholds and other rights were transferred to the Company.

For the acquisitions of Hooters Pacific NW and Spoon, the fair value of the shares was the closing stock market price on January 31, 2014, the date the deal acquisition was consummated. The fair value of the warrants issued was determined using the Black-Scholes model. The model includes subjective input assumptions that can materially affect the fair value estimates. The Company determined the fair value of the Binomial Lattice Model and the Black-Scholes Valuation Model to be materially the same. The expected stock price volatility for the Company’s warrants was determined by the historical volatilities for industry peers and used an average of those volatilities.  The risk free interest rate was obtained from U.S. Treasury rates for the applicable periods. The contractual terms of the agreement does not provide for and the Company does not expect to declare dividends in the near future.

The assumptions were as follows:

Acquisitions of Hooters Pacific NW and Spoon:
Assumptions:
Risk-free interest rate	1.49	%
Expected life	5 years
Expected volatility	50.0	%
Dividends	0	%

Campbelltown, Penrith, Parramatta, Surfers Paradise, and Townsville (“Hooters Australia”)

On April 1, 2014, the Company completed the step acquisition of Hooters Australia, increasing the Company’s ownership percentage from 49% to 60%. The location in Campbelltown, a suburb of Sydney, opened in January 2012; the location in Surfers Paradise, an iconic coastal tourist destination, opened on July 14, 2014; and we expect the location in Townsville, in the northeast part of Australia, to open in late 2014. On July 1, 2014, the Company acquired 60% of the two other Hooters restaurants in Australia, in Penrith and Parramatta, suburbs of Sydney, as well as a 60% interest in the related Australian management company. These entities own, operate, and manage Australian Hooters restaurants and gaming operations. The purchase price was the assumption of $5 million in debt. Also as part of the transaction, the Company will receive 100% of all gaming revenue until the debt is repaid, and thereafter the Company will receive 60% of such revenue for the remainder of the lifetime of the gaming machines.

The acquisitions were accounted for using the purchase method of accounting in accordance with ASC 805 “Business Combinations” and, accordingly, the condensed consolidated statements of operations include the results of these operations from the dates of acquisition. The assets acquired and the liabilities assumed were recorded at estimated fair values based on information currently available and based on certain assumptions as to future operations as follows:

	2014 Acquisitions
	Hooters				Hooters Australia				The
	Pacific NW		Spoon		April 1, 2014		July 1, 2014		Burger Co.		Total
Consideration paid:
Common stock	$	2,891,156	$	828,750	$	-	$	-	$	300,000	$	4,019,906
Warrants		978,000		280,400		-		515,600		-		1,774,000
Assumption of debt		-		-		-		5,123,333		-		5,123,333
Cash		-		-		100,000		-		250,000		350,000
Total consideration paid		3,869,156		1,109,150		100,000		5,638,933		550,000		11,267,239
Current assets, excluding cash		112,078		89,817		377,296		47,777		9,926		636,894
Property and equipment		2,731,031		391,462		2,934,307		1,603,557		284,795		7,945,152
Goodwill		1,951,909		698,583		-		9,002,738		256,379		11,909,609
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee		60,937		-		277,867		220,500		-		559,304
Deposits and other assets		20,275		5,193		90,371		20,186		-		136,025
Total assets acquired, less cash		4,876,230		1,185,055		3,679,841		10,894,758		551,100		21,186,984
Liabilities assumed		(1,009,348)		(97,541)		(1,560,710)		(1,496,536)		(1,100)		(4,165,235)
Deferred tax liabilities		-		-						-		-
Non-controlling interest		-		-		(993,999)		(3,759,289)		-		(4,753,288)
Chanticleer equity		-		-		(1,028,749)		-		-		(1,028,749)
Common stock and warrants issued		(3,869,156)		(1,109,150)		-		(5,638,933)		(300,000)		(10,917,239)
Cash paid		-		-		(100,000)		-		(250,000)		(350,000)
Cash received in excess of cash paid	$	2,274	$	21,636	$	3,617	$	-	$	-	$	27,527

	2013 Acquisitions
	ARB		WEW		JF		Total
Consideration paid:
Common stock	$	3,611,126	$	-	$	-	$	3,611,126
Warrants		1,710,077		-		-		1,710,077
Cash		-		3,150,000		590,000		3,740,000
Total consideration paid		5,321,203		3,150,000		590,000		9,061,203
Current assets, excluding cash		281,574		151,546		42,206		475,326
Property and equipment		3,000,122		20,493		242,531		3,263,146
Goodwill		2,550,611		3,159,500		425,151		6,135,262
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee		1,784,443		-		1,010,000		2,794,443
Deposits and other assets		98,035		-		-		98,035
Total assets acquired, less cash		7,714,785		3,331,539		1,719,888		12,766,212
Liabilities assumed		(1,490,288)		(372,824)		(282,317)		(2,145,429)
Deferred tax liabilities		(956,000)		-		(384,000)		(1,340,000)
Non-controlling interest		-		-		(463,571)		(463,571)
Chanticleer equity		-		-		-		-
Common stock and warrants issued		(5,321,203)		-		-		(5,321,203)
Cash paid		-		(3,150,000)		(590,000)		(3,740,000)
Cash received in excess of cash paid	$	52,706	$	191,285	$	-	$	243,991

Unaudited pro forma results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, as if the Company had acquired majority ownership of the operation on January 1 of each year is as follows. The pro forma results include estimates and assumptions which management believes are reasonable. However, pro forma results are not necessarily indicative of the results that would have occurred if the business combination had been in effect on the dates indicated, or which may result in the future.

	Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	September 30,				September 30,
	2014		2013		2014		2013
Net revenues	$	11,437,149	$	10,241,985	$	27,100,251	$	25,911,456
Loss from continuing operations		(516,733)		(1,691,741)		(3,361,231)		(3,718,031)
Income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest		75,697		(8,232)		(39,342)		(39,842)
Net loss	$	(441,036)	$	(1,699,973)	$	(3,400,573)	$	(3,757,873)
Net loss per share, basic and diluted	$	(0.07)	$	(0.46)	$	(0.54)	$	(1.02)
Weighted average shares outstanding, basic and diluted		6,628,011		3,704,526		6,279,688		3,701,804

The following table includes information for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 Company’s 2014 acquisitions.

	Hooters				Hooters		The
	Pacific NW		Spoon		Australia		Burger Co.		Totals
Revenues	$	3,168,058	$	968,103	$	3,153,589	$	81,539	$	7,371,289
Cost of sales		885,720		403,235		897,033		33,305		2,219,293
Other expenses		2,380,300		722,354		2,344,558		30,847		5,478,059
Operating income (loss)	$	(97,962)	$	(157,486)	$	(88,002)	$	17,387	$	(326,063)

Income from operations of unconsolidated affiliates

Effective April 1, 2014, we completed the step acquisition of a 60% controlling interest in our Hooters Australia joint venture resulting in the consolidation of these entities. Prior to the acquisition, we owned 49% of the entities and accounted for the Hooters Australia investment under the equity method of accounting and our share of earnings and losses was recorded in equity in losses from investments in our Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income. The Hooters Australia results of operations for the three months ended September 30, 2014 are reflected in the respective line items in our Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income.

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ACQUISITIONS (Details 1) (USD $)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013
Consideration paid:
Common stock	$ 4,019,906	$ 3,611,126
Warrants	1,774,000	1,710,077
Assumption of debt	5,123,333
Cash	350,000	3,740,000
Total Consideration paid	11,267,239	9,061,203
Current assets, excluding cash	636,894	475,326
Property and equipment	7,945,152	3,263,146
Goodwill	11,909,609	6,135,262
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee	559,304	2,794,443
Deposits and other assets	136,025	98,035
Total assets acquired, less cash	21,186,984	12,766,212
Liabilities assumed	(4,165,235)	(2,145,429)
Deferred tax liabilities	0	(1,340,000)
Non-controlling interest	(4,753,288)	(463,571)
Chanticleer equity	(1,028,749)	0
Common stock and warrants issued	(10,917,239)	(5,321,203)
Cash paid	(350,000)	(3,740,000)
Cash received in excess of cash paid	27,527	53,684
Hooters Pacific NW [Member]
Consideration paid:
Common stock	2,891,156
Warrants	978,000
Assumption of debt	0
Cash	0
Total Consideration paid	3,869,156
Current assets, excluding cash	112,078
Property and equipment	2,731,031
Goodwill	1,951,909
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee	60,937
Deposits and other assets	20,275
Total assets acquired, less cash	4,876,230
Liabilities assumed	(1,009,348)
Deferred tax liabilities	0
Non-controlling interest	0
Chanticleer equity	0
Common stock and warrants issued	(3,869,156)
Cash paid	0
Cash received in excess of cash paid	2,274
Spoon [Member]
Consideration paid:
Common stock	828,750
Warrants	280,400
Assumption of debt	0
Cash	0
Total Consideration paid	1,109,150
Current assets, excluding cash	89,817
Property and equipment	391,462
Goodwill	698,583
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee	0
Deposits and other assets	5,193
Total assets acquired, less cash	1,185,055
Liabilities assumed	(97,541)
Deferred tax liabilities	0
Non-controlling interest	0
Chanticleer equity	0
Common stock and warrants issued	(1,109,150)
Cash paid	0
Cash received in excess of cash paid	21,636
Hooters Australia April 1, 2014 [Member]
Consideration paid:
Common stock	0
Warrants	0
Assumption of debt	0
Cash	100,000
Total Consideration paid	100,000
Current assets, excluding cash	377,296
Property and equipment	2,934,307
Goodwill	0
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee	277,867
Deposits and other assets	90,371
Total assets acquired, less cash	3,679,841
Liabilities assumed	(1,560,710)
Non-controlling interest	(993,999)
Chanticleer equity	(1,028,749)
Common stock and warrants issued	0
Cash paid	(100,000)
Cash received in excess of cash paid	3,617
Hooters Australia July 1, 2014 [Member]
Consideration paid:
Common stock	0
Warrants	515,600
Assumption of debt	5,123,333
Cash	0
Total Consideration paid	5,638,933
Current assets, excluding cash	47,777
Property and equipment	1,603,557
Goodwill	9,002,738
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee	220,500
Deposits and other assets	20,186
Total assets acquired, less cash	10,894,758
Liabilities assumed	(1,496,536)
Non-controlling interest	(3,759,289)
Chanticleer equity	0
Common stock and warrants issued	(5,638,933)
Cash paid	0
Cash received in excess of cash paid	0
The Burger Company [Member]
Consideration paid:
Common stock	300,000
Warrants	0
Assumption of debt	0
Cash	250,000
Total Consideration paid	550,000
Current assets, excluding cash	9,926
Property and equipment	284,795
Goodwill	256,379
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee	0
Deposits and other assets	0
Total assets acquired, less cash	551,100
Liabilities assumed	(1,100)
Deferred tax liabilities	0
Non-controlling interest	0
Chanticleer equity	0
Common stock and warrants issued	(300,000)
Cash paid	(250,000)
Cash received in excess of cash paid	0
ARB [Member]
Consideration paid:
Common stock		3,611,126
Warrants		1,710,077
Cash		0
Total Consideration paid		5,321,203
Current assets, excluding cash		281,574
Property and equipment		3,000,122
Goodwill		2,550,611
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee		1,784,443
Deposits and other assets		98,035
Total assets acquired, less cash		7,714,785
Liabilities assumed		(1,490,288)
Deferred tax liabilities		(956,000)
Non-controlling interest		0
Chanticleer equity		0
Common stock and warrants issued		(5,321,203)
Cash paid		0
Cash received in excess of cash paid		52,706
WEW [Member]
Consideration paid:
Common stock		0
Warrants		0
Cash		3,150,000
Total Consideration paid		3,150,000
Current assets, excluding cash		151,546
Property and equipment		20,493
Goodwill		3,159,500
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee		0
Deposits and other assets		0
Total assets acquired, less cash		3,331,539
Liabilities assumed		(372,824)
Deferred tax liabilities		0
Non-controlling interest		0
Chanticleer equity		0
Common stock and warrants issued		0
Cash paid		(3,150,000)
Cash received in excess of cash paid		191,285
JF [Member]
Consideration paid:
Common stock		0
Warrants		0
Cash		590,000
Total Consideration paid		590,000
Current assets, excluding cash		42,206
Property and equipment		242,531
Goodwill		425,151
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee		1,010,000
Deposits and other assets		0
Total assets acquired, less cash		1,719,888
Liabilities assumed		(282,317)
Deferred tax liabilities		(384,000)
Non-controlling interest		(463,571)
Chanticleer equity		0
Common stock and warrants issued		0
Cash paid		(590,000)
Cash received in excess of cash paid		$ 0

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INTANGIBLE ASSET, NET (Details) (USD $)	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill	$ 18,191,967	$ 6,496,756
South Africa [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill	396,487	396,487
ARB [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill	2,806,990	2,550,611
WEW (Nottingham) [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill	2,955,507	3,124,507
JF [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill	425,151	425,151
Australia [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill	9,002,738	0
Hooters Pacific NW [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill	1,951,909	0
Spoon [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill	$ 653,185	$ 0

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STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (Details 1) (USD $)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014
Stockholder's Equity [Line Items]
Common stock closing price	$ 2.65
Expected life (in years)	5 years 6 months
Expected volatility	81.20%
Call option value	$ 1.66
Risk-free interest rate	1.78%
Dividends	0.00%

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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (USD $)	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Current assets:
Cash	$ 322,770	$ 442,694
Accounts receivable	386,145	227,181
Other receivable	44,494	50,380
Inventories	542,344	381,408
Due from related parties	108,417	116,305
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	510,694	495,165
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS	1,914,864	1,713,133
Property and equipment, net	14,591,942	5,620,189
Goodwill	18,191,967	6,496,756
Intangible assets, net	3,751,653	3,424,632
Investments at fair value	35,362	55,112
Other investments	1,550,000	2,491,963
Deposits and other assets	463,455	285,821
TOTAL ASSETS	40,499,243	20,087,606
Current liabilities:
Current maturities of long-term debt and notes payable	2,092,005	835,454
Current maturities of convertible note payable, net of discount of $136,908	363,092	0
Derivative liability	1,513,500	2,146,000
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	5,368,606	2,425,873
Current maturities of capital leases payable	85,728	59,162
Deferred rent	132,180	53,303
Loan payable	951,360	0
Due to related parties	186,627	12,191
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES	10,693,098	5,531,983
Convertible notes payable, net of discount of $ 1,833,333 and $2,583,333, respectively	1,166,667	416,667
Capital leases payable, less current maturities	60,284	105,918
Deferred rent	1,857,763	1,055,138
Deferred tax liabilities	1,242,975	1,340,000
Long-term debt, less current maturities	5,016,715	398,906
TOTAL LIABILITIES	20,037,502	8,848,612
Commitments and contingencies (Note 10)
Stockholders' equity:
Common stock: $0.0001 par value; authorized 45,000,000 shares; issued and outstanding 6,978,061 and 5,387,897 shares at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively	700	541
Additional paid in capital	32,615,110	25,404,994
Other comprehensive income (loss)	146,880	(88,370)
Accumulated deficit	(17,885,631)	(14,472,816)
Non-controlling interest	5,584,682	394,645
TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY	20,461,741	11,238,994
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY	$ 40,499,243	$ 20,087,606

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LONG-TERM DEBT AND NOTES PAYABLE (Details Textual) (USD $)	9 Months Ended						3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended	6 Months Ended	9 Months Ended			1 Months Ended	9 Months Ended		1 Months Ended	12 Months Ended			9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014 Australian Entities [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Bank Overdrafts [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Notes Payable to Bank One [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Line of Credit [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Notes Payable to Bank Two [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Notes Payable To Bank Three [Member]	Mar. 31, 2014 Loan Agreement One [Member]	Dec. 31, 2013 Loan Agreement One [Member]	Jun. 30, 2014 Loan Agreement Two [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Term Facility One [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Term Facility Two [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Term Facility Three [Member]	Jul. 31, 2014 Loan Agreement Three [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 TD Bank [Member]	Dec. 31, 2008 TD Bank [Member]	Feb. 28, 2014 Credit Agreement [Member]	Dec. 31, 2013 Credit Agreement [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Credit Agreement [Member]	Apr. 11, 2013 Credit Agreement [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Term Loan [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Overdraft [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility, Periodic Payment			$ 4,406							$ 5,000	$ 4,600	$ 3,172		$ 4,836						$ 4,250
Line of Credit Facility, Periodic Payment, Principal							25,000									500,000
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity		260,000
Line of Credit Facility, Initiation Date												Dec. 01, 2013
Line of Credit Facility, Expiration Date			Oct. 10, 2018	May 10, 2015	Jun. 10, 2019			Feb. 23, 2014	Jul. 11, 2014	Jun. 14, 2016	Jul. 31, 2024	Dec. 01, 2018				Jun. 10, 2019
Line of Credit Facility, Interest Rate During Period											2.60%	12.50%				5.00%
Line Of Credit Facility, Interest Rate Description		interest rate 11%	Prime plus 1% (minimum of 5.5%)	Prime (3.25% as of September 30, 2014) plus 1%, floor rate of 5%	interest only at a 5% rate	interest rate of Wall St. Journal Prime plus 1%		monthly at a rate of 1%	interest at 8% annual rate	interest at 10.3%			interest at 12% annual rate	The interest rate is 1.75% above the Wall Street Journal prime rate (3.25%			Borrowings under the Credit Agreement bear monthly interest at the greater of: (i) floor rate of 5.00% or (ii) the Wall Street Journals prime plus rate (3.25% as of September 30, 2014) plus 1.00%. All unpaid principal and interest is due one (1) year after the closing date. Any borrowings are secured by a lien on all of the Companys assets. The obligations under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by Mike Pruitt, the Companys Chief Executive Officer			interest rate of 3.5% above the South African prime rate (currently 9.25%
Additional Line Of Credit Facility Revolving Credit											330,220								500,000
Line Of Credit Facility Amount Outstanding Total								150,000	100,000					10,249	300,000			1,200,000
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate											9.25%
Debt Instrument, Term											10 years
Debt Instrument, Face Amount	5,000,000
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate During Period	12.00%
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Acquisitions	250,000
Debt Instrument, Payment Terms	$2,000,000 on December 31, 2014, $2,000,000 on June 30, 2015, and $1,000,000 on December 31, 2015. On October 15, 2014, principal repayments were restructured whereby $650,000 is due by September 30, 2015, $3,350,000 by July 31, 2016, and the remaining $1,000,000 by January 31, 2017. The Company will issue $175,000 of the Companys common stock (87,500 shares at $2.00 per share) and 87,500 common stock warrants at $3.50 per share exercise price in consideration for the debt restructuring
Line of Credit Facility, Current Borrowing Capacity																				$ 182,000	$ 45,000

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NATURE OF BUSINESS

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Organization, Consolidation and Presentation Of Financial Statements [Abstract]

Nature of Operations [Text Block]

1. Nature of Business

Organization

Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) was organized on October 21, 1999, under its original name, Tulvine Systems, Inc., under the laws of the State of Delaware. Tulvine Systems, Inc. had limited operations and was considered a development stage company until July 2005. On April 25, 2005, Tulvine Systems, Inc. formed a wholly owned subsidiary, Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. On May 2, 2005, Tulvine Systems, Inc. merged with and changed its name to Chanticleer Holdings, Inc.

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries, Chanticleer Advisors, LLC, (“Advisors”), Avenel Ventures, LLC ("Ventures"), Chanticleer Holdings Limited ("CHL"), Chanticleer Holdings Australia Pty, Ltd. (“CHA”), Chanticleer Investment Partners, LLC (“CIP”), DineOut SA Ltd. ("DineOut”), Chanticleer and Shaw Foods (Pty) Ltd. (“C&S”), Kiarabrite (Pty) Ltd (“KPL”), Dimaflo (Pty) Ltd (“DFLO”), Tundraspex (Pty) Ltd (“TPL”), Civisign (Pty) Ltd (“CPL”), Dimalogix (Pty) Ltd (“DLOG”), Pulse Time Trade (Pty) Ltd. (“PTT”), Crown Restaurants Kft. (“CRK”), American Roadside Burgers, Inc. (“ARB”), West End Wings Ltd. (“WEW”), JF Restaurants, L.L.C (“JFR”), JF Franchising Systems, L.L.C. (“JFFS”), Tacoma Wings, LLC, Jantzen Beach Wings, LLC, Oregon Owl’s Nest, LLC, Dallas Spoon, LLC, Dallas Spoon Beverage, LLC, Hoot Campbelltown Pty. Ltd., Hoot Surfers Paradise Pty. Ltd. and Hoot Townsville Pty. Ltd. (collectively referred to as the “Company”). On July 11, 2013, the names of DFLO, CPL and DLOG were changed in South Africa to Hooters Umhlanga (Pty.) Ltd., Hooters CapeTown (Pty.) Ltd., and Hooters Emperors Palace (Pty.) Ltd., respectively. On August 30, 2013, January 8, 2014, and June 4, 2014 the names of KPL, C&S and PTT were changed to Hooters SA (Pty) Ltd., Chanticleer South Africa (Pty) Ltd. and Hooters PE, respectively. On April 1, 2014, the Company increased its ownership in the Australian Hooters entities, Hoot Campbelltown Pty. Ltd., Hoot Surfers Paradise Pty. Ltd. and Hoot Townsville Pty. Ltd., from 49% to 60%. On July 1, 2014, we purchased 60% of Hoot Parramatta Pty Ltd, Hoot Australia Pty Ltd, Hoot Penrith Pty Ltd, and TMIX Management Australia Pty Ltd. All significant inter-company balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”).

The Company has a calendar year-end reporting date of December 31. The accounts of two of its subsidiaries, JFR and WEW, are consolidated based on either a 52- or 53-week period ending on the Sunday closest to each December 31. No events occurred related to the difference between the Company’s reporting calendar year-end and the Company’s two subsidiaries year-end of December 29, 2013 that materially affected the Company’s financial position, results of operations, or cash flows. For the quarter ended September 30, 2013, the Company and all of its consolidated subsidiaries reported on a calendar quarter-end. For the quarter ended September 30, 2014, the Company and all subsidiaries reported on a calendar quarter-end with the exception of two non-calendar year-end subsidiaries, whose fiscal quarter each consisted of operations commencing December 30, 2013 and ending September 28, 2014 and October 5, 2014, respectively. No events occurred between these periods and September 30, 2014 that materially affect the Company’s financial position, results of operations, or cash flows.

GENERAL

The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements included in this report have been prepared by the Company pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) for interim reporting and include all adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring adjustments) that are, in the opinion of management, necessary for a fair presentation. These condensed consolidated financial statements have not been audited. The results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 are not necessarily indicative of the operating results for the full year.

Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations for interim reporting. The Company believes that the disclosures contained herein are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. However, these financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013 filed with the SEC on March 31, 2014. Certain amounts for the prior year have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation.

LIQUIDITY, MANAGEMENT’S PLANS AND GOING CONCERN

The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. At September 30, 2014, the Company had current assets of $1,914,864, current liabilities of $10,693,098, and a working capital deficit of $8,778,234. The Company incurred a loss of $3,412,815 during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and had an unrealized loss from available-for-sale securities of $15,527 and foreign currency translation gains of $228,384, resulting in a comprehensive loss of $3,199,958. The Company has historically met its liquidity requirements through the sale of equity and debt securities, sale of certain investments, and has also obtained funding at the subsidiary level for certain locations and joint ventures. The Company anticipates raising additional capital from one or more such sources during the remainder of 2014, although there can be no assurance that it will be able to do so.

The Company's general and administrative expenses were $4,307,257 for the first nine months of 2014, including $506,942 non-cash expenses comprised of common stock issued for services and amortization of warrants. The Company expects costs to remain flat for the last quarter of 2014 as we continue to expand our footprint domestically and internationally for 2014 and beyond, however we expect costs to decrease as a percent of sales. Effective October 1, 2011, the Company acquired majority control of the initial three restaurants in South Africa and began consolidating these operations. In August 2012, the Company opened a restaurant in Budapest, Hungary, and earns 80% of the operating results with our operating partner earning 20%. Domestically in 2013 the Company purchased 100% of ARB on September 30, 2013 and also purchased a similar restaurant called The Burger Company in Charlotte, NC on September 9, 2014, and 56% of JFR and JFFS, owners of Just Fresh, a Charlotte, North Carolina-based casual dining concept, in December 2013. Effective November 7, 2013, the Company acquired 100% of an existing Hooters restaurant in Nottingham, England. On January 31, 2014, the Company closed the purchases of 100% of two Hooters restaurants in the states of Washington and Oregon and a gaming facility operated through the Oregon Lottery system, as well as Spoon Bar and Kitchen in Dallas, Texas. In March 2013, the Company closed its investment management business, which saved us approximately $50,000 per quarter starting fully in the third quarter of 2013. Historically, the Company also has earned 49% of the operating results with our operating partner earning 51% in our Hooters location opened in January 2012 in Campbelltown, Australia, a suburb of Sydney. During April 2014, the Company purchased an additional 11% of the Hooters location in Campbelltown from our Australian partner, increasing our ownership to 60%. Construction is also recently completed or underway on two additional Hooters Australia locations under the same terms (the Company will hold a 60% interest in each). The first site in Surfers Paradise opened to the public on July 14, 2014 and the second site in Townsville is expected to open late in the fourth quarter of 2014 or early in 2015. The Company also has a 5% interest in Beacher’s Madhouse, a variety show, which opened in Las Vegas, Nevada at the end of 2013.

The Company has a note with a balance at September 30, 2014 of $187,393 owed to its bank which is due on October 10, 2018 with monthly principal and interest payments of $4,406. In April 2013, the Company secured a $500,000 line of credit which is due on May 10, 2015 (original maturity date was August 10, 2014). As of September 30, 2014, the balance on the line of credit is $500,000. In February 2014 the Company secured a note with a bank for $500,000 which is due on June 10, 2019 (original maturity date of August 10, 2014). The Company also has $3,000,000 of convertible debt which the Company used for our purchase of the Hooters Nottingham (United Kingdom) location. On August 2, 2013, the Company entered into an agreement with seven individual accredited investors, whereby the Company issued separate 6% Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes for a total of $3,000,000 in a private offering. These investors received 3 year warrants to purchase 300,000 shares of the Company’s common stock at $3.00 per share. The conversion feature of the convertible debt and warrants was recorded as a derivative liability. The Company closed the purchase of Hooters Nottingham on November 6, 2013 and began operating the restaurant on November 7, 2013. In March 2014, the Company received proceeds of $500,000 from convertible debt which was used for continuing the Company’s growth and for working capital. The investor was issued 15% Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes and received five-year warrants to purchase up to 30% of the number of shares of common stock issued upon conversion of the 2014 note exercisable at $5.25 per share. The conversion feature of the convertible debt was recorded as a derivative liability. In addition the Company has notes with a balance at September 30, 2014 of $200,000 owed to two outside companies which have on February 23, 2014 and July 11, 2014. An extension for both notes is currently being negotiated and payment has not been demanded. The Company’s South African subsidiaries have bank overdraft and term facilities of $721,327, including a mortgage for a site we purchased in Port Elizabeth for our next Hooters location. ARB had a bank note payable of $10,249 due on August 5, 2014 which has been repaid in full. On July 1, 2014, pursuant to Purchase Agreements executed on June 30, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of a sixty percent (60%) ownership interest in Hoot Parramatta Pty Ltd, Hoot Australia Pty Ltd, Hoot Penrith Pty Ltd, and TMIX Management Australia Pty Ltd (collectively, the “Australian Entities”), which own, operate, and manage Hooters restaurant locations and gaming operations in Australia. The ownership interest in the Australian Entities was purchased from the respective entities in exchange for the Company agreeing to assume a five million dollar ($5,000,000) debt bearing interest at 12% annually and issuing two hundred fifty thousand (250,000) warrants to purchase shares of our common stock. Originally principal repayments were as follows: $2,000,000 on December 31, 2014, $2,000,000 on June 30, 2015, and $1,000,000 on December 31, 2015. On October 15, 2014, principal repayments were restructured whereby $650,000 is due by September 30, 2015, $3,350,000 by July 31, 2016, and the remaining $1,000,000 by January 31, 2017. The Company will issue $175,000 of the Company’s common stock (87,500 shares at $2.00 per share) and 87,500 common stock warrants at $3.50 per share exercise price in consideration for the debt restructuring, The Company plans to continue to use limited partnerships or other financing vehicles, if necessary, to fund its share of costs for additional Hooters and other restaurants.

On October 17, 2013, the Company raised $2,500,000 in a private placement, pursuant to which the Company sold to the investors an aggregate of 666,667 Units at a purchase price of $3.75 per unit. Each Unit consisted of one share of the Company’s common stock and one five-year warrant, exercisable after twelve months, to purchase one share of common stock at an initial exercise price of $5.00. The Company employed a placement agent for the purpose of the private placement, and paid to the placement agent commissions in the total amount of $150,000 and five-year warrants convertible into an aggregate of 40,000 shares of the Company’s common stock.

On November 7, 2013, the Company entered into a Subscription Agreement with three accredited investors, pursuant to which the Company sold to the investors an aggregate of 160,000 Units at a purchase price of $5.00 per Unit, closing a $800,000 private placement. Each Unit consisted of one share of the Company’s common stock, $0.001 par value per share and one five- year warrant to purchase one share of common stock. One half (80,000) of the available warrants had at an initial exercise price of $5.50, while the remaining half (80,000) of the warrants had an initial exercise price of $7.00. The Company employed a placement agent for the purpose of the private placement, and paid to the placement agent commissions in the total amount of $32,000 and five-year warrants subject to the same terms as those issued under the above transaction, convertible into an aggregate of 6,400 shares of the Company’s common stock.

On January 31, 2013, the Company settled outstanding liabilities of approximately $170,000 from a South African bank, previously presented in our consolidated balance sheets in “other liabilities”. Upon making a payment of approximately $99,000, the Company received a release from all other bank liabilities, resulting in a total gain on extinguishment of debt of approximately $71,000, which is presented in our financial statements as other income.

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company raised from private investors $641,000 and $841,000 for the sale of 320,500 and 458,000 shares of common stock, respectively, and accompanying sales of 96,150 and 111,150 five-year common stock warrants exercisable at $3.50 per share, respectively.

In order to execute the Company’s long-term growth strategy, which includes continued expansion of the Company’s business by acquisition development or construction, the Company will need to raise additional funds through public or private equity offerings, debt financings, or other means.

The current constraints of cash flow from operations and the requirements to raise funds raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. These condensed consolidated financial statements do not reflect any adjustments that might result from the outcome of these uncertainties.

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SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (Details Textual) (USD $)	0 Months Ended	1 Months Ended				3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		1 Months Ended			0 Months Ended
	Nov. 07, 2013	Oct. 17, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Aug. 31, 2013	Aug. 02, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014 Common Stock [Member]		Sep. 30, 2014 Common Stock [Member]		Oct. 31, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member]	Nov. 14, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] Hooters Australia [Member]	Oct. 15, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] Hooters Australia [Member]	Nov. 14, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] Common Stock [Member] Hooters Australia [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] Minimum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] Maximum [Member]	Oct. 15, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] Septmeber 30,2015 [Member] Hooters Australia [Member]	Oct. 15, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] July 31, 2016 [Member] Hooters Australia [Member]	Oct. 15, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] January 31, 2017 [Member] Hooters Australia [Member]	Oct. 31, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] Term Loan [Member]	Oct. 31, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] Overdraft Facilities [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Class of Warrant or Right, Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights		$ 5.00	$ 3.50	$ 3.00	$ 3.00	$ 1.66	[1]	$ 1.66	[1]	$ 2.00	$ 3.50			$ 5.50	$ 7.00
Proceeds from Issuance of Warrants										$ 349,544
Long-term Debt, Gross												5,000,000				650,000	3,350,000	1,000,000	182,000	45,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues		$ 2,500,000											$ 175,000
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues	160,000	666,667				320,500		458,000					87,500
Sale of Stock, Price Per Share													$ 2.00
Class of Warrant or Right, Number of Securities Called by Warrants or Rights					300,000	51,250	[1]	51,250	[1]		87,500

[1] Warrants valued using Black-Scholes

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ACQUISITIONS (Details Textual) (USD $)	9 Months Ended							9 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		9 Months Ended						9 Months Ended		9 Months Ended			9 Months Ended			9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013	Nov. 26, 2013	Oct. 17, 2013	Aug. 31, 2013	Aug. 02, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014 Maximum [Member]	Mar. 31, 2014 Maximum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Minimum [Member]	Mar. 31, 2014 Minimum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 ARB [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 ARB [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 JF [Member]	Dec. 11, 2013 JF [Member]	Dec. 10, 2013 JF [Member]	Nov. 05, 2013 JF [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 WEW [Member]	Nov. 06, 2013 WEW [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hooters Pacific NW [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hooters Pacific NW [Member] Maximum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hooters Pacific NW [Member] Minimum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Spoon [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Spoon [Member] Maximum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Spoon [Member] Minimum [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Hooters Australia [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business Acquisition, Percentage of Voting Interests Acquired			56.00%												56.00%	56.00%										60.00%
Noncash or Part Noncash Acquisition, Noncash Financial or Equity Instrument Consideration, Warrants Issued													740,000							680,272			195,000
Common Stock, Shares, Issued	6,978,061		5,387,897										740,000
Common Stock, Par Or Stated Value Per Share	$ 0.0001		$ 0.0001										$ 5.00
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	60.00%			25.00%					60.00%		49.00%	100.00%	100.00%		5.00%		51.00%
Business Acquisition, Acquired Entity Costs Purchase Price															$ 30,000		$ 560,000		$ 3,150,000
Business Combination, Step Acquisition, Equity Interest in Acquiree, Percentage	49.00%																									60.00%
Class of Warrant or Right, Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights	$ 3.50				$ 5.00	$ 3.00	$ 3.00														$ 7.00	$ 5.50		$ 7.00	$ 5.50
Share Price	$ 2.65												$ 4.88
Fair Value Assumptions, Exercise Price													$ 5.00
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate													55.00%
Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate								0.79%		0.15%			1.39%
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term								5 years		1 year		5 years
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred	11,267,239	9,061,203										550,000		590,000				3,150,000		3,869,156			1,109,150
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Gross	350,000	3,740,000										250,000		590,000				3,150,000		0			0
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred, Equity Interests Issued and Issuable	10,917,239	5,321,203										300,000		0				0		3,869,156			1,109,150
Debt Instrument, Face Amount																										$ 5,000,000
Business Combination, Control Obtained Description																										On July 1, 2014, the Company acquired 60% of the two other Hooters restaurants in Australia, in Penrith and Parramatta, suburbs of Sydney, as well as a 60% interest in the related Australian management company. These entities own, operate, and manage Australian Hooters restaurants and gaming operations.

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INVESTMENTS (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]

Schedule of Other Investments Not Readily Marketable [Table Text Block]

OTHER INVESTMENTS ARE SUMMARIZED AS FOLLOWS AT SEPTEMBER 30, 2014 AND DECEMBER 31, 2013.

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Investments accounted for under the equity method	$	-	$	941,963
Investments accounted for under the cost method		1,550,000		1,550,000
Total	$	1,550,000	$	2,491,963

Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Table Text Block]

Activity in investments accounted for using the equity method is summarized as follows:

	Nine Months Ended		Year Ended
	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Balance, beginning of year	$	941,963	$	1,066,915
Equity in losses		(40,694)		(125,017)
New investments		100,000		100,000
Step acquisition reclassification		(1,001,269)		-
Return of capital		-		(99,935)
Balance, end of period	$	-	$	941,963

Equity investments consist of the following at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013:

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Carrying value:
Hoot Campbelltown Pty. Ltd. (49%) - Australia	$	-	$	483,603
Second Hooters location (49%) - Australia		-		384,605
Third Hooters location (49%) - Australia		-		73,755
	$	-	$	941,963

Schedule Of Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Balance Sheet [Table Text Block]

The summarized balance sheets for the three locations in Australia of which we owned 49% at December 31, 2013 follows:

	December 31,
	2013
ASSETS
Current assets	$	362,085
Non-current assets		3,089,230
TOTAL ASSETS	$	3,451,315
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities	$	972,885
PARTNER'S EQUITY		2,478,430
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS' EQUITY	$	3,451,315

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INVESTMENTS (Details) (USD $)	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Investments accounted for under the equity method	$ 0	$ 941,963	$ 1,066,915
Investments accounted for under the cost method	1,550,000	1,550,000
Total	$ 1,550,000	$ 2,491,963

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LONG-TERM DEBT AND NOTES PAYABLE (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table Text Block]

Long-term debt and notes payable are summarized as follows.

		September 30,		December 31,
		2014		2013
Note payable to a bank due in monthly installments of $4,406 including interest at Wall Street Journal Prime plus 1% (minimum of 5.5%); remaining balance due October 10, 2018; collateralized by substantially all of the Company's assets and guaranteed by an officer of the Company	(a)	$	187,393	$	218,119
Line of credit to a bank, expires May 10, 2015, interest rate of Wall Street Journal Prime (3.25% as of September 30, 2014) plus 1%, floor rate of 5%	(b)		500,000		472,000
Note payable to a bank due interest only at a 5% rate; balloon principal payment due June 10, 2019; collateralized by substantially all of the Company's assets and guaranteed by an officer of the Company	(c)		500,000		-
Note payable to a bank, matured and paid in full August 5, 2014, interest rate of Wall St. Journal Prime plus 1%	(d)		-		38,614
Loan agreement with an outside company on December 23, 2013, interest at 1% per month, accrued interest and principal due February 23, 2014, unsecured	(e)		100,000		150,000
Loan agreement with an outside company on June 20, 2014, interest at 8% annual rate, accrued interest and principal due July 11, 2014, unsecured	(f)		100,000		-
Bank overdraft facility; unsecured; maximum facilities $260,000; interest rate 11% at September 30, 2014, subject to annual renewal in December 2014	(g)		167,502		79,372
Term facility with monthly payments of $5,000, including interest at 10.3% at September 30, 2014; due June 14, 2016	(h)		99,906		133,448
Term facility dated April 2014, interest at 2.6 % over South African prime rate (prime currently 9.25%); due July 31, 2024; secured by a bond on all assets at our Port Elizabeth, South Africa location and partially guaranteed by our CEO and South African COO	(i)		327,218		-
Term facility dated December 1, 2013; monthly payments of $3,172 including interest at 12.5%; due December 1, 2018; secured by a bond on all moveable assets at our Pretoria, South Africa location and partially guaranteed by our CEO	(j)		126,701		142,807
Loan agreement with an outside company on July 1, 2014, interest at 12% annual rate, principal payments due per below, secured by certain secured assets and gaming revenue of the Australian entities	(k)		5,000,000		-
			7,108,720		1,234,360
Current portion of long-term debt			2,092,005		835,454
Long-term debt, less current portion		$	5,016,715	$	398,906

(a) and (b) On April 11, 2013, the Company and Paragon Commercial Bank (“Paragon”) entered into a credit agreement (the “Credit Agreement”). (b) The Credit Agreement provides for an additional $500,000 revolving credit facility with a one-year term from the closing date. The Credit Agreement is available to be drawn at the Company’s discretion to finance investments in new business ventures and for the Company’s general corporate working capital requirements in the ordinary course of business. The note payable originally matured on August 10, 2013 and on November 4, 2013 the note was extended to October 10, 2018 with monthly principal and interest payments of $4,406, whereas the new credit facility (b) expires on May 10, 2015. Borrowings under the Credit Agreement bear monthly interest at the greater of: (i) floor rate of 5.00% or (ii) the Wall Street Journal’s prime plus rate (3.25% as of September 30, 2014) plus 1.00%. All unpaid principal and interest is due one (1) year after the closing date. Any borrowings are secured by a lien on all of the Company’s assets. The obligations under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by Mike Pruitt, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer.

(c) In addition, in February 2014 the Company secured a note with Paragon for $500,000 due on June 10, 2019. The note bears interest at a 5% annual rate, payments of interest only are due monthly until the due date. This increased the Company’s aggregate obligation to Paragon to approximately $1.2 million at September 30, 2014.

(d) ARB entered into a term note with TD Bank in 2008 for $300,000, which has a balance of $10,249 at September 30, 2014 and had a maturity date of August 4, 2014. The interest rate is 1.75% above the Wall Street Journal prime rate (3.25%), and the monthly principal and interest payment is $4,836, subject to adjustment by TD Bank, except for the last payment which shall be the unpaid balance at maturity. The term note is personally guaranteed by two former shareholders of ARB, and TD Bank has a first lien on all ARB’s assets. The note has been paid in full.

(e) On December 23, 2013, the Company entered into a loan agreement with an outside company for $150,000, due on February 23, 2014. Interest is compounded monthly at a rate of 1%. As of February 23, 2014, the Company was not in compliance with the terms of this note due to non-payment of principal and interest. On March 21 and August 20, 2014, the Company paid the note holder $25,000 each of principal and accrued interest. The note holder has not issued a formal notice of default to the Company.

(f) On June 20, 2014, the Company entered into a loan agreement with an outside company for $100,000, due on July 11, 2014. Interest is at an 8% annual rate. The Company is currently negotiating with the lender to extend this debt. The note holder has not issued a formal notice of default to the Company.

(i) In April 2014, our South African subsidiary entered into a mortgage note with a South African bank for the purchase of the building in Port Elizabeth for our Hooters location. The 10-year note is for $330,220 with an annual interest rate of 2.6% above the South African prime rate (prime currently 9.25%). Monthly principal and interest payments of approximately $4,600 commenced in August, 2014. The mortgage note is personally guaranteed by our CEO and South African COO and secured by the assets of the Port Elizabeth building.

(k) On July 1, 2014, pursuant to Purchase Agreements executed on June 30, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of a sixty percent (60%) ownership interest in Hoot Parramatta Pty Ltd, Hoot Australia Pty Ltd, Hoot Penrith Pty Ltd, and TMIX Management Australia Pty Ltd (collectively, the “Australian Entities”), which own, operate, and manage Hooters restaurant locations and gaming operations in Australia. The ownership interest in the Australian Entities was purchased from the respective entities in exchange for the Company agreeing to assume a five million dollar ($5,000,000) debt bearing interest at 12% annually and issuing two hundred fifty thousand (250,000) warrants to purchase shares of our common stock. Originally principal repayments were as follows: $2,000,000 on December 31, 2014, $2,000,000 on June 30, 2015, and $1,000,000 on December 31, 2015. On October 15, 2014, principal repayments were restructured whereby $650,000 is due by September 30, 2015, $3,350,000 is due by July 31, 2016, and the remaining $1,000,000 is due by January 31, 2017. The Company will issue $175,000 of the Company’s common stock (87,500 shares at $2.00 per share) and 87,500 common stock warrants at $3.50 per share exercise price in consideration for the debt restructuring before the end of November 2014.

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SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]

2. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Revenue Recognition—In accordance with gaming industry practice, we recognize gaming revenues as the net win from gaming activities, net of taxes.

Business combination - For a business combination with an acquisition date on or after the beginning of the first annual reporting period beginning on or after December 15, 2008, the assets acquired, the liabilities assumed, and any non-controlling interest in the acquire are recognized at the acquisition date, measured at their fair values as of that date. In a business combination achieved in stages, the identifiable assets and liabilities, as well as the non-controlling interest in the acquiree, are recognized at the full amounts of their fair values. In a bargain purchase in which the total acquisition-date fair value of the identifiable net assets acquired exceeds the fair value of the consideration transferred plus any non-controlling interest in the acquire, that excess in earnings was recognized as a gain attributable to the Company.

Long-lived Assets

The Company accounts for our long-lived assets in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (“ ASC ”) 360, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets” (“ ASC 360 ”), which requires that long-lived assets be evaluated whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable or the useful life has changed. Some of the events or changes in circumstances that would trigger an impairment test include, but are not limited to;

· significant under-performance relative to expected and/or historical results (negative comparable sales growth or operating cash flows for two consecutive years);

· significant negative industry or economic trends;

· knowledge of transactions involving the sale of similar property at amounts below the Company’s carrying value; or

· the Company’s expectation to dispose of long-lived assets before the end of their estimated useful lives, even though the assets do not meet the criteria to be classified as “held for sale.”

Long-lived assets are grouped for recognition and measurement of impairment at the lowest level for which identifiable cash flows are largely independent of the cash flows of other assets. The impairment test for long-lived assets requires us to assess the recoverability of our long-lived assets by comparing their net carrying value to the sum of undiscounted estimated future cash flows directly associated with and arising from the Company’s use and eventual disposition of the assets. If the net carrying value of a group of long-lived assets exceeds the sum of related undiscounted estimated future cash flows, the Company would be required to record an impairment charge equal to the excess, if any, of net carrying value over fair value.

When assessing the recoverability of our long-lived assets, which include property and equipment and finite-lived intangible assets, the Company make assumptions regarding estimated future cash flows and other factors. Some of these assumptions involve a high degree of judgment and also bear a significant impact on the assessment conclusions. Included among these assumptions are estimating undiscounted future cash flows, including the projection of comparable sales, operating expenses, capital requirements for maintaining property and equipment and residual value of asset groups. The Company formulate estimates from historical experience and assumptions of future performance, based on business plans and forecasts, recent economic and business trends, and competitive conditions. In the event that our estimates or related assumptions change in the future, the Company may be required to record an impairment charge.

The Company evaluates the remaining useful lives of long-lived assets and identifiable intangible assets whenever events or circumstances indicate that a revision to the remaining period of amortization is warranted. Such events or circumstances may include (but are not limited to): the effects of obsolescence, demand, competition, and/or other economic factors including the stability of the industry in which the Company operates, known technological advances, legislative actions, or changes in the regulatory environment. If the estimated remaining useful lives change, the remaining carrying amount of the long-lived assets and identifiable intangible assets would be amortized prospectively over that revised remaining useful life.

Goodwill

The Company reviews our goodwill for impairment annually, or more frequently if indicators of impairment exist. Goodwill is not subject to amortization and have been assigned to reporting units for purposes of impairment testing. The reporting units are our restaurant brands. 

A significant amount of judgment is involved in determining if an indicator of impairment has occurred. Such indicators may include, among others: a significant decline in the Company’s expected future cash flows; a sustained, significant decline in our stock price and market capitalization; a significant adverse change in legal factors or in the business climate; unanticipated competition; the testing for recoverability of a significant asset group within a reporting unit; and slower growth rates. Any adverse change in these factors could have a significant impact on the recoverability of these assets and could have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements

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The goodwill impairment test involves a two-step process. The first step is a comparison of each reporting unit’s fair value to its carrying value. The Company estimates fair value using the best information available, including market information and discounted cash flow projections (also referred to as the income approach). The income approach uses a reporting unit’s projection of estimated operating results and cash flows that is discounted using a weighted-average cost of capital that reflects current market conditions. The projection uses management’s best estimates of economic and market conditions over the projected period including growth rates in sales, costs and number of units, estimates of future expected changes in operating margins and cash expenditures. Other significant estimates and assumptions include terminal value growth rates, future estimates of capital expenditures and changes in future working capital requirements. The Company validate our estimates of fair value under the income approach by comparing the values to fair value estimates using a market approach. A market approach estimates fair value by applying cash flow and sales multiples to the reporting unit’s operating performance. The multiples are derived from comparable publicly traded companies with similar operating and investment characteristics of the reporting units.

If the fair value of the reporting unit is higher than its carrying value, goodwill is deemed not to be impaired, and no further testing is required. If the carrying value of the reporting unit is higher than its fair value, there is an indication that impairment may exist and the second step must be performed to measure the amount of impairment loss. The amount of impairment is determined by comparing the implied fair value of reporting unit goodwill to the carrying value of the goodwill in the same manner as if the reporting unit was being acquired in a business combination. Specifically, fair value is allocated to all of the assets and liabilities of the reporting unit, including any unrecognized intangible assets, in a hypothetical analysis that would calculate the implied fair value of goodwill. If the implied fair value of goodwill is less than the recorded goodwill, the Company would record an impairment loss for the difference.

Except for the above changes, there have been no material changes to our significant accounting policies previously disclosed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013.

LOSS PER COMMON SHARE

The Company is required to report both basic earnings per share, which is based on the weighted-average number of shares outstanding and diluted earnings per share, which is based on the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding plus all diluted shares outstanding.

The following table summarizes the number of common shares potentially issuable upon the exercise of certain warrants, convertible notes payable and convertible interest as of September 30, 2014 and 2013, that have been excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per common share since the effect would be antidilutive.

	As of September 30,
	2014		2013
Warrants		8,695,048		6,241,458
Convertible notes payable		1,916,559		-
Convertible interest		88,649		-
Totals		10,700,256		6,241,458

RECLASSIFICATIONS

Certain amounts in the prior period have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation. These reclassifications have no effect on previously reported results of operations or loss per share.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

In March 2013, the FASB issued ASU 2013-05, "Foreign Currency Matters" ("ASU 2013-05"). The amendments in ASU 2013-05 resolve the diversity in practice about whether current literature applies to the release of the cumulative translation adjustment into net income when a parent either sells a part or all of its investment in a foreign entity or no longer holds a controlling financial interest in a subsidiary or group of assets that is a nonprofit activity or a business within a foreign entity. In addition, the amendments in ASU 2013-05 resolve the diversity in practice for the treatment of business combinations achieved in stages (sometimes also referred to as step acquisitions) involving a foreign entity. ASU 2013-05 is effective prospectively for fiscal years and interim reporting periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2013.

Deferred tax liability and asset were recognized for the deferred tax consequences of differences between the tax bases and the recognized values of assets acquired and liabilities assumed in a business combination in accordance with ASC Topic 740, “Income Taxes”.

The FASB has issued ASU 2014-08, Reporting Discontinued Operations and Disclosures of Disposals of Components of an Entity, which includes amendments that change the requirements for reporting discontinued operations and requires additional disclosures about discontinued operations. Under the new guidance, only disposals representing a strategic shift in operations should be presented as discontinued operations. The guidance is effective for annual periods beginning on or after December 15, 2014. The adoption of this standard is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position and results of operations.

In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-15, “Presentation of Financial Statements – Going Concern (Subtopic 205-40): Disclosure of Uncertainties about an Entity’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern” (“ASU 2014-15”). ASU 2014-15, which is effective for annual reporting periods ending after December 15, 2016, extends the responsibility for performing the going-concern assessment to management and contains guidance on how to perform a going-concern assessment and when going-concern disclosures would be required under U.S. GAAP. The adoption of this pronouncement is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements.

There are several other new accounting pronouncements issued by FASB which are not yet effective. Each of these pronouncements has been or will be adopted, as applicable, by the Company. At September 30, 2014, none of these pronouncements are expected to have a material effect on the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of the Company.

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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets [Parenthetical] (USD $)	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Debt Instrument Unamortized Discount, Current	$ 136,908
Debt Instrument Unamortized Discount, Noncurrent	$ 1,833,333	$ 2,583,333
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.0001	$ 0.0001
Common stock, shares authorized	45,000,000	45,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	6,978,061	5,387,897
Common stock, shares outstanding	6,978,061	5,387,897

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DISCLOSURES ABOUT FAIR VALUE

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]

Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]

12. DISCLOSURES ABOUT FAIR VALUE

Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized in the following tables according to FASB ASC 820 pricing levels.

	Fair Value Measurement Using
			Quoted prices
			in active		Significant
			markets of		other		Significant
			identical		observable		Unobservable
	Recorded		assets		inputs		Inputs
	value		(Level 1)		(Level 2)		(Level 3)
September 30, 2014
Assets:
Available-for-sale securities	$	35,362	$	35,362	$	-	$	-
Liabilities:
Embedded conversion feature	$	1,436,700	$	-	$	-	$	1,436,700
Warrant liability		76,800		-		-		76,800
	$	1,513,500	$	-	$	-	$	1,513,500
December 31, 2013
Assets:
Available-for-sale securities	$	55,112	$	55,112	$	-	$	-
Liabilities:
Embedded conversion feature	$	2,146,000	$	-	$	-	$	2,146,000

At September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the Company's available-for-sale equity securities were valued using Level 1 inputs as summarized above. Level 1 inputs are based on unadjusted prices for identical assets in active markets that the Company can access.

The derivative liabilities are measured at fair value using quoted market prices and estimated volatility factors based on historical quoted market prices for the Company’s common stock, and are classified within Level 3 of the valuation hierarchy.

Certain assets are not carried at fair value on a recurring basis, including investments accounted for under the equity and cost methods. Accordingly, such investments are only included in the fair value hierarchy disclosure when the investment is subject to re-measurement at fair value after initial recognition and the resulting re-measurement is reflected in the consolidated financial statements.

 The following table provides a summary of the changes in fair value, including net transfers in and/or out, of all financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014. The Company did not have any warrants or conversion feature financial assets for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013.

			Conversion
	Warrants		Feature		Total
Balance at January 1, 2014	$	-	$	2,146,000	$	2,146,000
Change in fair value of derivative liability		(34,500)		(814,800)		(849,300)
Amount included in debt discounts		111,300		105,500		216,800
Balance at September 30, 2014	$	76,800	$	1,436,700	$	1,513,500

The following are revenues and operating income (loss) by geographic area as of and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:

	Three Months Ended September 30,				Nine Months Ended September 30,
Revenue:	2014		2013		2014		2013
United States	$	3,957,161	$	25,000	$	10,445,982	$	75,000
South Africa		1,601,493		1,302,709		4,905,249		4,165,886
Australia		2,641,909		-		3,153,589		-
Europe		1,426,179		278,536		3,669,177		698,524
	$	9,626,742	$	1,606,245	$	22,173,997	$	4,939,410
Operating income (loss):
United States	$	(729,351)	$	(767,524)	$	(3,408,663)	$	(1,850,054)
South Africa		(70,571)		(98,973)		(220,186)		(320,212)
Australia		192,566		-		(88,002)		-
Europe		19,007		(109,685)		44,816		(268,541)
	$	(588,349)	$	(976,182)	$	(3,672,035)	$	(2,438,807)

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Document And Entity Information	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Nov. 07, 2014
Document Information [Line Items]
Entity Registrant Name	Chanticleer Holdings, Inc.
Entity Central Index Key	0001106838
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Entity Filer Category	Smaller Reporting Company
Trading Symbol	HOTR
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		7,240,333
Document Type	10-Q
Amendment Flag	false
Document Period End Date	Sep. 30, 2014
Document Fiscal Period Focus	Q3
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2014

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SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Subsequent Events [Abstract]

Subsequent Events [Text Block]

13. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

During October 2014, the Company re-priced certain warrants with an original exercise price of $5.50 and $7.00 to $2.00, subject to immediate cash exercise. The Company received $349,544 of funds related to this transaction.

On October 15, 2014, the Company’s $5,000,000 debt related to our Hooters Australia purchase was restructured whereby $650,000 is due by September 30, 2015, $3,350,000 is due by July 31, 2016, and the remaining $1,000,000 is due by January 31, 2017. The Company will issue prior to the end of November 2014 $175,000 of the Company’s common stock (87,500 shares at $2.00 per share) and 87,500 common stock warrants at $3.50 per share exercise price in consideration for the debt restructuring.

During October 2014, the Company’s South African subsidiary secured additional local bank financing in the form of term and overdraft facilities of approximately $182,000 and $45,000, respectively.

On October 30, 2014, the Company announced the opening of a new South Africa Hooters location on December 13, 2014 in Ruimsig, a suburb of Johannesburg. It is Chanticleer's third location in the Johannesburg area and fourth in the province of Gauteng. The Company believes the location will generate significantly higher revenues than at its prior CapeTown location, and plans to re-enter the CapeTown market in mid-2015. The Company, through our subsidiary, has entered in a lease for this location and will begin paying rent upon opening.

On November 11, 2014, the Company announced Just Fresh will to have the grand opening of its seventh location in the Ballantyne Corporate Park in Charlotte, NC on November 19, 2014. The Company, through our subsidiary, has entered in a lease for this location and will begin paying rent upon opening.

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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (USD $)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013
Revenue:
Restaurant sales, net	$ 9,067,744	$ 1,581,245	$ 21,433,613	$ 4,864,410
Gaming sales income, net	141,156	0	272,391	0
Management fee income - non-affiliates	417,842	25,000	467,993	75,000
Total revenue	9,626,742	1,606,245	22,173,997	4,939,410
Expenses:
Restaurant cost of sales	3,062,628	577,299	7,500,535	1,840,535
Restaurant operating expenses	5,197,890	920,630	12,471,771	2,833,035
Restaurant pre-opening expenses	62,293	7,337	323,274	17,538
General and administrative expenses	1,426,461	948,035	4,307,257	2,313,883
Depreciation and amortization	465,819	129,126	1,243,195	373,226
Total expenses	10,215,091	2,582,427	25,846,032	7,378,217
Loss from operations	(588,349)	(976,182)	(3,672,035)	(2,438,807)
Other income (expense)
Equity in losses of investments	0	(13,131)	(40,694)	(46,184)
Gain on extinguishment of debt			0	70,900
Dividend income	438,607	0	446,445	3,785
Realized gains			101,472	0
Change in fair value of derivative liabilities	221,000	(75,900)	925,200	(75,900)
Interest expense	(581,215)	(383,595)	(1,268,756)	(438,941)
Total other income (expense)	78,392	(472,626)	163,667	(486,340)
Loss from operations before income taxes	(509,957)	(1,448,808)	(3,508,368)	(2,925,147)
(Benefit) expense for income taxes	(19,726)	6,019	(27,235)	27,216
Consolidated net loss	(490,231)	(1,454,827)	(3,481,133)	(2,952,363)
Less: Net (income) loss attributable to non-controlling interest	(61,209)	31,355	68,318	84,114
Net loss attributable to Chanticleer Holdings, Inc.	(551,440)	(1,423,472)	(3,412,815)	(2,868,249)
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities (none applies to non-controlling interest)	0	(7,922)	(15,527)	(44,887)
Foreign translation income	177,219	15,841	228,384	70,756
Other comprehensive loss	$ (374,221)	$ (1,415,553)	$ (3,199,958)	$ (2,842,380)
Net loss per attributable to Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. per common share, basic and diluted: (in dollars per share)	$ (0.08)	$ (0.38)	$ (0.54)	$ (0.77)
Weighted average shares outstanding, basic and diluted (in shares)	6,628,011	3,704,526	6,279,688	3,701,804

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CONVERTIBLE NOTES PAYABLE

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Convertible Notes Payable [Abstract]

Convertible Notes Payable Disclosure Text block [Text Block]

7. cONVERTIBLE NOTEs PAYABLE

Convertible notes payable at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 are as follows:

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
6% Convertible notes payable issued in August 2013	$	3,000,000	$	3,000,000
Discounts on above convertible note		(1,833,333)		(2,583,333)
15% Convertible notes payable issued in March 2014		500,000		-
Discounts on above convertible note		(136,908)		-
		1,529,759		416,667
Current portion of convertible notes payable		(363,092)		-
Convertible notes payable, less current portion	$	1,166,667	$	416,667

On August 2, 2013, the Company entered into an agreement with seven individual accredited investors, whereby the Company issued separate 6% Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes (“Notes”) for a total of $3,000,000 in a private offering collateralized by the assets of the Hooters Nottingham restaurant. The funding from the private offering was used exclusively for the acquisition of the Hooters Nottingham restaurant location (acquisition described in Note 3). The Notes have the following principal terms:

· the principal amount of each Note shall be repaid within 36 months of the issuance date at a non-compounded 6% interest rate per annum payable quarterly beginning on the original issue date and continuing thereafter until the maturity date;

· the Note holders shall receive 10%, pro rata, of the net profit of the Hooters Nottingham restaurant, paid quarterly for the life of the location, and 10% of the net proceeds should the location be sold;

· the investors received a total of 300,000 three-year warrants, exercisable at $3.00 per share;

· beginning six months after the original issue date and until this debenture is no longer outstanding, each Note holder may convert his or her Note into shares of the Company’s common stock (at 90% of the average closing price ten days prior to conversion, unless a public offering is pending at the time of the conversion notice, which would result in the conversion price being the same price as the offering).The conversion price is subject to a floor of $1.00 per share;

· each Note holder has the right to redeem the Note for a period of sixty days following the eighteen month anniversary of the issuance of the Note, unless a capital raise is conducted within eighteen months after the issuance of the Note. In connection with the issuance of the Note, the Company also issued warrants for the purchase of 300,000 shares of the Company’s common stock at an exercise price of $3.00 per share through August 2, 2016.

The Company completed the purchase of Hooters Nottingham on November 6, 2013 and began operating the restaurant on November 7, 2013.

The fair value of the embedded conversion feature and the warrants is $2,265,600 and $884,600, respectively, and the aggregated total equals $3,150,200. Consequently, upon issuance of the Note, a debt discount of $3,000,000 was recorded and the original difference of $150,200, representing the fair value of the conversion feature and the warrants in excess of the debt discount, was immediately charged to interest expense. The debt discount will be amortized over the earlier of (i) the term of the debt or (ii) conversion of the debt, using the straight-line method which approximates the interest method. The amortization of debt discount is included as a component of interest expense in the condensed consolidated statements of operations.

The fair value of the embedded conversion feature and the warrants each was estimated using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model which approximated the Binomial Lattice model. Key assumptions used to apply this pricing model during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 were as follows:

Risk-free interest rate	0.15%-0.79%
Expected life	1-5 years
Expected volatility	62%-89%

The expected stock price volatility for the Company’s stock options was determined by the historical volatilities of comparable companies. Risk free interest rates were obtained from U.S. Treasury rates for the applicable periods.

The conversion price of the note is the 90% average price for the last 10 days of trading activity. As of the inception date of the note the shares issuable under the terms of the note were 804,764 shares or an effective conversion price of approximately $3.73 per share. The fair value of the shares as of August 2, 2013 using the Black-Scholes option pricing model was approximately $2.82 per share. On December 31, 2013 the stock price increased to $5.37 per share and the 90% average price for the last 10 days of trading activity was $4.71. The increase in the conversion price effectively decreased the number of shares that would be required to settle the contract by 161,172 shares to 637,592 shares as of December 31, 2013. The fair value of the Black-Scholes option pricing model was approximately $3.37 as of December 31, 2013. Had the conversion price been fixed we would have recognized a loss, however due to the variable conversion feature of the note the number of shares issuable offset any loss and we recognized a nominal gain for the period. The table below shows the assumptions as of the date of issuance and September 30, 2014.

	August 2, 2013			September 30, 2014
Common stock closing price	$	4.15		$	2.07
Conversion per share price	$	3.73		$	1.84
Conversion shares		804,764			1,632,387
Expected life (in years)		3.0			1.8
Expected volatility		109.55	%		64.60	%
Call option value	$	2.82		$	0.79
Risk-free interest rate		0.59	%		0.58	%
Dividends		0.00	%		0.00	%

In March 2014, the Company entered into an agreement whereby the Company issued a convertible promissory note for a total of $500,000. The note accrues monthly interest of 1.25% until the date the note is converted. The note is convertible into the Company’s common stock (at 85% if the offering price in future offering or 85% of the Volume Weighted Average Price (“VWAP”)). The conversion price is subject to a floor of $3.00 per share. If not converted, the note matures one year from the issuance date.

In connection with the issuance of the March 2014 convertible promissory note, the Company also issued to the investors warrants to purchase up to 30% of the number of shares of common stock issued upon conversion of the 2014 note, exercisable at $5.25 per share for a period of up to 5 years from the note's original issuance date.

The Company accounted for the issuance of the convertible promissory note and the warrants attached to the note in accordance with ASC 815 “Derivatives and Hedging.” Accordingly, the warrants and the embedded conversion option of the convertible notes are recorded as derivative liabilities at their fair market value and are marked to market through earnings at the end of each reporting period. The gross proceeds from the sale of the note are recorded net of a discount of $9,442. The debt discount relates to the beneficial conversion feature embedded in the conversion option and the fair value of the warrants attached to the notes. The debt discount is charged back to interest expense ratably over the term of the convertible note.

The Black-Scholes option valuation model is used to estimate the fair value of the warrants or options granted. The model includes subjective input assumptions that can materially affect the fair value estimates. The Company determined the fair value of the Binomial Lattice Model and the Black-Scholes Valuation Model to be materially the same. The expected stock price volatility for the Company’s warrants was determined by the historical volatilities for industry peers and used an average of those volatilities.  The risk free interest rate was obtained from U.S. Treasury rates for the applicable periods. The contractual terms of the agreement does not provide for and the Company does not expect to declare dividends in the near future.

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LONG-TERM DEBT AND NOTES PAYABLE

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Debt Disclosure [Text Block]

6. LONG-TERM DEBT AND NOTES PAYABLE

Long-term debt and notes payable are summarized as follows.

		September 30,		December 31,
		2014		2013
Note payable to a bank due in monthly installments of $4,406 including interest at Wall Street Journal Prime plus 1% (minimum of 5.5%); remaining balance due October 10, 2018; collateralized by substantially all of the Company's assets and guaranteed by an officer of the Company	(a)	$	187,393	$	218,119
Line of credit to a bank, expires May 10, 2015, interest rate of Wall Street Journal Prime (3.25% as of September 30, 2014) plus 1%, floor rate of 5%	(b)		500,000		472,000
Note payable to a bank due interest only at a 5% rate; balloon principal payment due June 10, 2019; collateralized by substantially all of the Company's assets and guaranteed by an officer of the Company	(c)		500,000		-
Note payable to a bank, matured and paid in full August 5, 2014, interest rate of Wall St. Journal Prime plus 1%	(d)		-		38,614
Loan agreement with an outside company on December 23, 2013, interest at 1% per month, accrued interest and principal due February 23, 2014, unsecured	(e)		100,000		150,000
Loan agreement with an outside company on June 20, 2014, interest at 8% annual rate, accrued interest and principal due July 11, 2014, unsecured	(f)		100,000		-
Bank overdraft facility; unsecured; maximum facilities $260,000; interest rate 11% at September 30, 2014, subject to annual renewal in December 2014	(g)		167,502		79,372
Term facility with monthly payments of $5,000, including interest at 10.3% at September 30, 2014; due June 14, 2016	(h)		99,906		133,448
Term facility dated April 2014, interest at 2.6 % over South African prime rate (prime currently 9.25%); due July 31, 2024; secured by a bond on all assets at our Port Elizabeth, South Africa location and partially guaranteed by our CEO and South African COO	(i)		327,218		-
Term facility dated December 1, 2013; monthly payments of $3,172 including interest at 12.5%; due December 1, 2018; secured by a bond on all moveable assets at our Pretoria, South Africa location and partially guaranteed by our CEO	(j)		126,701		142,807
Loan agreement with an outside company on July 1, 2014, interest at 12% annual rate, principal payments due per below, secured by certain secured assets and gaming revenue of the Australian entities	(k)		5,000,000		-
			7,108,720		1,234,360
Current portion of long-term debt			2,092,005		835,454
Long-term debt, less current portion		$	5,016,715	$	398,906

(a) and (b) On April 11, 2013, the Company and Paragon Commercial Bank (“Paragon”) entered into a credit agreement (the “Credit Agreement”). (b) The Credit Agreement provides for an additional $500,000 revolving credit facility with a one-year term from the closing date. The Credit Agreement is available to be drawn at the Company’s discretion to finance investments in new business ventures and for the Company’s general corporate working capital requirements in the ordinary course of business. The note payable originally matured on August 10, 2013 and on November 4, 2013 the note was extended to October 10, 2018 with monthly principal and interest payments of $4,406, whereas the new credit facility (b) expires on May 10, 2015. Borrowings under the Credit Agreement bear monthly interest at the greater of: (i) floor rate of 5.00% or (ii) the Wall Street Journal’s prime plus rate (3.25% as of September 30, 2014) plus 1.00%. All unpaid principal and interest is due one (1) year after the closing date. Any borrowings are secured by a lien on all of the Company’s assets. The obligations under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by Mike Pruitt, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer.

(c) In addition, in February 2014 the Company secured a note with Paragon for $500,000 due on June 10, 2019. The note bears interest at a 5% annual rate, payments of interest only are due monthly until the due date. This increased the Company’s aggregate obligation to Paragon to approximately $1.2 million at September 30, 2014.

(d) ARB entered into a term note with TD Bank in 2008 for $300,000, which has a balance of $10,249 at September 30, 2014 and had a maturity date of August 4, 2014. The interest rate is 1.75% above the Wall Street Journal prime rate (3.25%), and the monthly principal and interest payment is $4,836, subject to adjustment by TD Bank, except for the last payment which shall be the unpaid balance at maturity. The term note is personally guaranteed by two former shareholders of ARB, and TD Bank has a first lien on all ARB’s assets. The note has been paid in full.

(e) On December 23, 2013, the Company entered into a loan agreement with an outside company for $150,000, due on February 23, 2014. Interest is compounded monthly at a rate of 1%. As of February 23, 2014, the Company was not in compliance with the terms of this note due to non-payment of principal and interest. On March 21 and August 20, 2014, the Company paid the note holder $25,000 each of principal and accrued interest. The note holder has not issued a formal notice of default to the Company.

(f) On June 20, 2014, the Company entered into a loan agreement with an outside company for $100,000, due on July 11, 2014. Interest is at an 8% annual rate. The Company is currently negotiating with the lender to extend this debt. The note holder has not issued a formal notice of default to the Company.

(i) In April 2014, our South African subsidiary entered into a mortgage note with a South African bank for the purchase of the building in Port Elizabeth for our Hooters location. The 10-year note is for $330,220 with an annual interest rate of 2.6% above the South African prime rate (prime currently 9.25%). Monthly principal and interest payments of approximately $4,600 commenced in August, 2014. The mortgage note is personally guaranteed by our CEO and South African COO and secured by the assets of the Port Elizabeth building.

(k) On July 1, 2014, pursuant to Purchase Agreements executed on June 30, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of a sixty percent (60%) ownership interest in Hoot Parramatta Pty Ltd, Hoot Australia Pty Ltd, Hoot Penrith Pty Ltd, and TMIX Management Australia Pty Ltd (collectively, the “Australian Entities”), which own, operate, and manage Hooters restaurant locations and gaming operations in Australia. The ownership interest in the Australian Entities was purchased from the respective entities in exchange for the Company agreeing to assume a five million dollar ($5,000,000) debt bearing interest at 12% annually and issuing two hundred fifty thousand (250,000) warrants to purchase shares of our common stock. Originally principal repayments were as follows: $2,000,000 on December 31, 2014, $2,000,000 on June 30, 2015, and $1,000,000 on December 31, 2015. On October 15, 2014, principal repayments were restructured whereby $650,000 is due by September 30, 2015, $3,350,000 is due by July 31, 2016, and the remaining $1,000,000 is due by January 31, 2017. The Company will issue $175,000 of the Company’s common stock (87,500 shares at $2.00 per share) and 87,500 common stock warrants at $3.50 per share exercise price in consideration for the debt restructuring before the end of November 2014.

During October 2014, our South African subsidiary secured additional local bank financing in the form of term and overdraft facilities of approximately $182,000 and $45,000, respectively. The five-year term facility has an annual interest rate of 3.5% above the South African prime rate (currently 9.25%). Monthly principal and interest payments of approximately $4,250 commence in December 2014.

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INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Goodwill [Table Text Block]

Goodwill is summarized by location as follows:

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
South Africa	$	396,487	$	396,487
ARB		2,806,990		2,550,611
WEW (Nottingham)		2,955,507		3,124,507
JF		425,151		425,151
Australia		9,002,738		-
Hooters Pacific NW		1,951,909		-
Spoon		653,185		-
	$	18,191,967	$	6,496,756

Schedule of Intangible Assets and Goodwill [Table Text Block]

Franchise cost for the Company’s Hooters restaurants and trademark/trade name for the Company’s Just Fresh and ARB entities consists of the following at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013. The Company is amortizing these franchise costs from the opening of each restaurant for the 20-year term of the franchise agreement with HOA and the trademark/trade name over its estimated 10-year useful lives.

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Franchise cost:
South Africa	$	448,888	$	448,888
Brazil *		135,000		135,000
Australia *		498,318		-
Hungary		106,506		106,506
Hooters Pacific NW		56,936		-
		1,245,648		690,394
Trade name/trademark:
Just Fresh		1,010,000		1,010,000
ARB		1,784,096		1,784,327
		2,794,096		2,794,327
Total intangible cost		4,039,744		3,484,721
Accumulated amortization		(288,091)		(60,089)
Intangible assets, net	$	3,751,653	$	3,424,632
Three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:
Amortization expense	$	82,818	$	5,372
Nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:
Amortization expense	$	228,002	$	15,903

* The Brazil franchise cost and the Australian franchise costs related to future restaurants are not being amortized until they are opened.

Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense [Table Text Block]

Future amortization for franchise costs and trade name/trademarks are as follows:

September 30,	Franchise fee		Trade name		Total
2015	$	61,590	$	279,427	$	341,017
2016		61,590		279,427		341,017
2017		61,590		279,427		341,017
2018		61,590		279,427		341,017
2019		61,590		279,427		341,017
Thereafter		858,860		1,187,708		2,046,568
Totals	$	1,166,810	$	2,584,843	$	3,751,653

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SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Policies)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Revenue Recognition—In accordance with gaming industry practice, we recognize gaming revenues as the net win from gaming activities, net of taxes.

Business Combinations Policy [Policy Text Block]

Business combination - For a business combination with an acquisition date on or after the beginning of the first annual reporting period beginning on or after December 15, 2008, the assets acquired, the liabilities assumed, and any non-controlling interest in the acquire are recognized at the acquisition date, measured at their fair values as of that date. In a business combination achieved in stages, the identifiable assets and liabilities, as well as the non-controlling interest in the acquiree, are recognized at the full amounts of their fair values. In a bargain purchase in which the total acquisition-date fair value of the identifiable net assets acquired exceeds the fair value of the consideration transferred plus any non-controlling interest in the acquire, that excess in earnings was recognized as a gain attributable to the Company.

Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Long-lived Assets

The Company accounts for our long-lived assets in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (“ ASC ”) 360, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets” (“ ASC 360 ”), which requires that long-lived assets be evaluated whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable or the useful life has changed. Some of the events or changes in circumstances that would trigger an impairment test include, but are not limited to;

· significant under-performance relative to expected and/or historical results (negative comparable sales growth or operating cash flows for two consecutive years);

· significant negative industry or economic trends;

· knowledge of transactions involving the sale of similar property at amounts below the Company’s carrying value; or

· the Company’s expectation to dispose of long-lived assets before the end of their estimated useful lives, even though the assets do not meet the criteria to be classified as “held for sale.”

Long-lived assets are grouped for recognition and measurement of impairment at the lowest level for which identifiable cash flows are largely independent of the cash flows of other assets. The impairment test for long-lived assets requires us to assess the recoverability of our long-lived assets by comparing their net carrying value to the sum of undiscounted estimated future cash flows directly associated with and arising from the Company’s use and eventual disposition of the assets. If the net carrying value of a group of long-lived assets exceeds the sum of related undiscounted estimated future cash flows, the Company would be required to record an impairment charge equal to the excess, if any, of net carrying value over fair value.

When assessing the recoverability of our long-lived assets, which include property and equipment and finite-lived intangible assets, the Company make assumptions regarding estimated future cash flows and other factors. Some of these assumptions involve a high degree of judgment and also bear a significant impact on the assessment conclusions. Included among these assumptions are estimating undiscounted future cash flows, including the projection of comparable sales, operating expenses, capital requirements for maintaining property and equipment and residual value of asset groups. The Company formulate estimates from historical experience and assumptions of future performance, based on business plans and forecasts, recent economic and business trends, and competitive conditions. In the event that our estimates or related assumptions change in the future, the Company may be required to record an impairment charge.

The Company evaluates the remaining useful lives of long-lived assets and identifiable intangible assets whenever events or circumstances indicate that a revision to the remaining period of amortization is warranted. Such events or circumstances may include (but are not limited to): the effects of obsolescence, demand, competition, and/or other economic factors including the stability of the industry in which the Company operates, known technological advances, legislative actions, or changes in the regulatory environment. If the estimated remaining useful lives change, the remaining carrying amount of the long-lived assets and identifiable intangible assets would be amortized prospectively over that revised remaining useful life.

Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Goodwill, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Goodwill

The Company reviews our goodwill for impairment annually, or more frequently if indicators of impairment exist. Goodwill is not subject to amortization and have been assigned to reporting units for purposes of impairment testing. The reporting units are our restaurant brands. 

A significant amount of judgment is involved in determining if an indicator of impairment has occurred. Such indicators may include, among others: a significant decline in the Company’s expected future cash flows; a sustained, significant decline in our stock price and market capitalization; a significant adverse change in legal factors or in the business climate; unanticipated competition; the testing for recoverability of a significant asset group within a reporting unit; and slower growth rates. Any adverse change in these factors could have a significant impact on the recoverability of these assets and could have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements

.

The goodwill impairment test involves a two-step process. The first step is a comparison of each reporting unit’s fair value to its carrying value. The Company estimates fair value using the best information available, including market information and discounted cash flow projections (also referred to as the income approach). The income approach uses a reporting unit’s projection of estimated operating results and cash flows that is discounted using a weighted-average cost of capital that reflects current market conditions. The projection uses management’s best estimates of economic and market conditions over the projected period including growth rates in sales, costs and number of units, estimates of future expected changes in operating margins and cash expenditures. Other significant estimates and assumptions include terminal value growth rates, future estimates of capital expenditures and changes in future working capital requirements. The Company validate our estimates of fair value under the income approach by comparing the values to fair value estimates using a market approach. A market approach estimates fair value by applying cash flow and sales multiples to the reporting unit’s operating performance. The multiples are derived from comparable publicly traded companies with similar operating and investment characteristics of the reporting units.

If the fair value of the reporting unit is higher than its carrying value, goodwill is deemed not to be impaired, and no further testing is required. If the carrying value of the reporting unit is higher than its fair value, there is an indication that impairment may exist and the second step must be performed to measure the amount of impairment loss. The amount of impairment is determined by comparing the implied fair value of reporting unit goodwill to the carrying value of the goodwill in the same manner as if the reporting unit was being acquired in a business combination. Specifically, fair value is allocated to all of the assets and liabilities of the reporting unit, including any unrecognized intangible assets, in a hypothetical analysis that would calculate the implied fair value of goodwill. If the implied fair value of goodwill is less than the recorded goodwill, the Company would record an impairment loss for the difference.

Except for the above changes, there have been no material changes to our significant accounting policies previously disclosed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013.

Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block]

LOSS PER COMMON SHARE

The Company is required to report both basic earnings per share, which is based on the weighted-average number of shares outstanding and diluted earnings per share, which is based on the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding plus all diluted shares outstanding.

The following table summarizes the number of common shares potentially issuable upon the exercise of certain warrants, convertible notes payable and convertible interest as of September 30, 2014 and 2013, that have been excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per common share since the effect would be antidilutive.

	As of September 30,
	2014		2013
Warrants		8,695,048		6,241,458
Convertible notes payable		1,916,559		-
Convertible interest		88,649		-
Totals		10,700,256		6,241,458

Reclassification, Policy [Policy Text Block]

RECLASSIFICATIONS

Certain amounts in the prior period have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation. These reclassifications have no effect on previously reported results of operations or loss per share.

New Accounting Pronouncements Policy [Policy Text Block]

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

In March 2013, the FASB issued ASU 2013-05, "Foreign Currency Matters" ("ASU 2013-05"). The amendments in ASU 2013-05 resolve the diversity in practice about whether current literature applies to the release of the cumulative translation adjustment into net income when a parent either sells a part or all of its investment in a foreign entity or no longer holds a controlling financial interest in a subsidiary or group of assets that is a nonprofit activity or a business within a foreign entity. In addition, the amendments in ASU 2013-05 resolve the diversity in practice for the treatment of business combinations achieved in stages (sometimes also referred to as step acquisitions) involving a foreign entity. ASU 2013-05 is effective prospectively for fiscal years and interim reporting periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2013.

Deferred tax liability and asset were recognized for the deferred tax consequences of differences between the tax bases and the recognized values of assets acquired and liabilities assumed in a business combination in accordance with ASC Topic 740, “Income Taxes”.

The FASB has issued ASU 2014-08, Reporting Discontinued Operations and Disclosures of Disposals of Components of an Entity, which includes amendments that change the requirements for reporting discontinued operations and requires additional disclosures about discontinued operations. Under the new guidance, only disposals representing a strategic shift in operations should be presented as discontinued operations. The guidance is effective for annual periods beginning on or after December 15, 2014. The adoption of this standard is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position and results of operations.

In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-15, “Presentation of Financial Statements – Going Concern (Subtopic 205-40): Disclosure of Uncertainties about an Entity’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern” (“ASU 2014-15”). ASU 2014-15, which is effective for annual reporting periods ending after December 15, 2016, extends the responsibility for performing the going-concern assessment to management and contains guidance on how to perform a going-concern assessment and when going-concern disclosures would be required under U.S. GAAP. The adoption of this pronouncement is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements.

There are several other new accounting pronouncements issued by FASB which are not yet effective. Each of these pronouncements has been or will be adopted, as applicable, by the Company. At September 30, 2014, none of these pronouncements are expected to have a material effect on the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of the Company.

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STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]

Stockholders' Equity Note Disclosure [Text Block]

10. Stockholders’ Equity

The Company has 45,000,000 shares of its $0.0001 par value common stock authorized at both September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, and 6,978,061 shares issued and 5,387,897 shares outstanding at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively.

On September 26, 2014, the Company held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”).  At the Annual Meeting, the Company’s stockholders approved an amendment to our Certificate of Incorporation to provide authority to issue up to 5,000,000 shares of preferred stock (the “Amendment”). 

Prior to the adoption of the Amendment, the Company was not authorized to issue any shares of preferred stock.  The Board recommended the Amendment to stockholders for approval in order to provide the Company with capital raising and financing flexibility.  The Amendment gives the Board the authority to establish, from time to time, classes or series of preferred stock and to fix the rights, preferences, privileges and restrictions granted to or imposed upon any series of preferred stock, including dividend rates and preferences, conversion provisions, voting rights, redemption provisions, liquidation rights and preferences, preemption rights, maturity dates and other matters. 

The Amendment became effective upon the Company’s filing of a Certificate of Amendment to our Certificate of Incorporation with the Delaware Secretary of State on October 2, 2014.

Common Stock and Warrants Issued for Services

The fair value of any common stock issuances are valued at the closing price on the given day of an issuance, unless the agreement states some other valuation methodology, i.e. VWAP. Fair value of any warrant issuances are valued utilizing the Black-Scholes mode. The model includes subjective input assumptions that can materially affect the fair value estimates. The Company determined the fair value of the Binomial Lattice Model and the Black-Scholes Valuation Model to be materially the same. The expected stock price volatility for the Company’s warrants was determined by the historical volatilities for industry peers and used an average of those volatilities.  The risk free interest rate was obtained from U.S. Treasury rates for the applicable periods. The contractual terms of the agreement does not provide for and the Company does not expect to declare dividends in the near future. The table below sets forth the information for 2014 common stock and warrant issuances.

Nine months ended September 30, 2014
	# of shares/warrants		Per share/warrant Value		Total Value
1 - warrants		51,250	$	1.66	$	85,200
2 - shares		110,264	$	3.22	$	354,617

1 Warrants valued using Black-Scholes

2 Shares valued using Market value approach

The warrants issued for services in 2014 had the following assumptions:

	September 30, 2014
Common stock closing price	$	2.65
Expected life (in years)		5.5
Expected volatility		81.20	%
Call option value	$	1.66
Risk-free interest rate		1.78	%
Dividends		0.00	%

2014 Transactions

On January 31, 2014, pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger executed on December 31, 2013, the Company completed the acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of Tacoma Wings, LLC, Jantzen Beach Wings, LLC and Oregon Owl’s Nest, LLC, which owned and operated the Hooters restaurant locations in Tacoma, Washington and Portland, Oregon and a gaming facility operated through the Oregon Lottery system (collectively “Hooters Pacific NW”) for a total purchase price of 680,272 Company units, valued at approximately $3.9 million, with each unit consisting of one share of the Company’s common stock and one five-year warrant to purchase a share of the Company’s common stock. Half of the warrants are exercisable at $5.50 and half of the warrants are exercisable at $7.00. As a part of this transaction, the sellers were granted registration rights with respect to the Company’s common stock issued and underlying the warrants.

Also on January 31, 2014, pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger executed on January 14, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of Dallas Spoon, LLC and Dallas Spoon Beverage, LLC from Express Restaurant Holdings, LLC and Express Restaurant Holdings Beverage, LLC. The purchase price of 195,000 Company units, valued at approximately $1.1 million, was paid to Express Working Capital, LLC (“EWC”); the units consist of one share of the Company’s common stock and one five-year warrant to purchase a share of the Company’s common stock. Half of the warrants are exercisable at $5.50 and half of the warrants are exercisable at $7.00. As part of this transaction, EWC was granted registration rights with respect to the Company’s common stock issued and underlying the warrants.

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 the Company issued 11,500 and 110,264 shares valued at $23,860 and $354,617, respectively, for investor relations services. The shares were valued based on the Company’s closing stock market price on the dates of issuance.

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company raised from private investors $641,000 and $841,000 for 320,500 and 458,000 shares of common stock, respectively and 96,150 and 111,150 five-year common stock warrants exercisable at $3.50 per share, respectively.

On September 9, 2014, the Company issued 146,628 shares of our common stock for the stock portion of the acquisition of The Burger Company. The stock was valued at $300,000 based on the closing price of our common stock on such day.

2013 Transactions

On April 22, 2013, the Company issued 4,000 shares of the Company’s common stock in exchange for investor relations services to be performed over a 12 month period, valued at $7,720.

In September 2013, the Company issued 25,000 shares of common stock valued at $117,000 for services for a five month agreement. The Company has expensed $93,600, representing four of five months in 2013 and will expense the final month in 2014.

On September 30, 2013, the Company closed the purchase of ARB and issued 740,000 units which consisted of one share of common stock and one common stock warrant valued at $3,611,126 and $1,710,077, respectively.

On October 17, 2013, the Company raised $2,500,000 in a private placement, pursuant to which the Company sold to the Investors an aggregate of 666,667 Units at a purchase price of $3.75 per unit. Each unit consists of one share of the Company’s common stock, $0.001 par value per share and one five-year warrant, exercisable after twelve months, to purchase one share of common stock at an initial exercise price of $5.00.

The Company employed a placement agent for the purpose of the private placement, and has paid to the placement agent commissions in the total amount of $150,000 and five year warrants convertible into an aggregate of 80,000 shares valued at approximately $312,000 using the Black-Scholes model.

During October 2013, 15,000 common stock shares valued at $62,500 were issued for investor relations services.

On November 5, 2013, the Company entered into a Subscription Agreement with JFR and JFFS for the purchase of a 51% ownership interest in each entity, for a total purchase price of $560,000. The transaction closed on December 10, 2013 with the execution of an Assignment, Assumption, Joinder, and Amendment Agreement with both JFR and JFFS. On December 11, 2013, the Company purchased an additional 5% interest in both JFR and JFFS from an original interest holder for the total purchase price of $30,000, increasing the Company’s ownership interest in JFR and JFFS to a total of 56%.

On November 7, 2013, the Company entered into a Subscription Agreement with three accredited investors, pursuant to which the Company sold to the Investors an aggregate of 160,000 Units at a purchase price of $5.00 per Unit, closing an $800,000 private placement. Each unit consists of one share of the Company’s common stock, $0.001 par value per share and one five-year warrant to purchase one share of common stock. One half (80,000) of the available warrants are available at an initial exercise price of $5.50, while the remaining half (80,000) of the warrants are available at an initial exercise price of $7.00. The Company has paid a placement fee by issuing an aggregate of 80,000 five- year warrants valued at approximately $312,000 using the Black-Scholes model.

On November 26, 2013, the Company finalized a Subscription Agreement (the “Beacher’s Subscription Agreement”) with Beachers’ LV, LLC (“Beachers”), whereby the Company subscribed for five units, with each Unit consisting of a 1% membership interest in Beachers. The total capital contribution made by the Company to Beachers was $500,000. In connection with the Subscription Agreement, the Company executed a Right to Purchase Agreement with Madhouse Worldwide Investments, LLC (“MWI”) whereby the Company issued fifty three thousand three hundred and thirty four (53,334) shares of the Company’s common stock, valued at approximately $260,000, to MWI or its assigns, in exchange for a two-year option to purchase up to 25% of any ownership interest in any future Beacher’s nightclub to be offered to third party investors, and a three-year exclusive option to propose funding, participate in funding, and open future Beacher’s nightclubs in South Africa, Australia, and the United Kingdom. The Company also issued an aggregate of 50,000 five-year warrants valued at approximately $176,000 using the Black-Scholes model.

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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND ACCRUED EXPENSES

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]

Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities Disclosure [Text Block]

8. accounts payable and accrued expenses

Accounts payable and accrued expenses are summarized as follows:

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Accounts payable	$	3,321,355	$	1,676,145
Accrued taxes (VAT, GST, Sales)		1,722,354		636,568
Accrued income taxes		38,027		15,776
Accrued interest		286,870		97,384
	$	5,368,606	$	2,425,873

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LOAN PAYABLE

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Loans Payable [Text Block]

9. loan payable

At September 30, 2014 the Company has an outstanding loan payable to its Australian partner of $951,360 in connection with Surfers Paradise and Townsville construction costs. The Company has agreed to repay the unsecured obligation no later than the middle of 2015.

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COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]

11. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

On October 12, 2012, Francis Howard (“Howard”), individually and on behalf of all others similarly situated, filed a lawsuit against the Company, Michael D. Pruitt, Eric S. Lederer, Michael Carroll, Paul I. Moskowitz, Keith Johnson (the “Individual Defendants”), Merriman Capital, Inc., Dawson James Securities, Inc. (the “Underwriter Defendants”), and Creason & Associates P.L.L.C. (“Creason”), in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.  The class action lawsuit alleges violations of Section 11 of the Securities Act against all Defendants, violations of Section 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act against only the Underwriter Defendants, and violations of Section 15 against the Individual Defendants.  On February 19, 2013, Plaintiff filed an Amended Complaint alleging similar claims to those previously asserted.  On March 17, 2014, the parties signed a settlement agreement for a total of $850,000, with $837,500 to be paid on behalf of the Company by its insurance carrier, and $12,500 to be paid by Creason.  On August 14, 2014, the Court approved the settlement, which is now final.  As a result, all claims against the Company have been dismissed with prejudice.

On March 26, 2013, our South African operations received Notice of Motion filed in the Kwazulu-Natal High Court, Durban, Republic of South Africa, filed against Rolalor (PTY) LTD (“Rolalor”) and Labyrinth Trading 18 (PTY) LTD (“Labyrinth”) by Jennifer Catherine Mary Shaw (“Shaw”). Rolalor and Labyrinth were the original entities formed to operate the Johannesburg and Durban locations, respectively. On September 9, 2011, the assets and the then-disclosed liabilities of these entities were transferred to Tundraspex (PTY) LTD (“Tundraspex”) and Dimaflo (PTY) LTD (“Dimaflo”), respectively. The current entities, Tundraspex and Dimaflo are not parties in the lawsuit. Shaw is requesting that the Respondents, Rolalor and Labyrinth, be wound up in satisfaction of an alleged debt owed in the total amount of R4,082,636 (approximately $480,000). The two Notices were defended and argued in the High Court of South Africa (Durban) on January 31, 2014. Madam Justice Steryi dismissed the action with costs on May 5, 2014. Ms. Shaw has appealed this decision.

On April 1, 2013, the Company received a subpoena from the SEC, requesting various corporate documents relating to operations.  The Company intends to fully cooperate with the subpoena.

In connection with our 2011 acquisitions of the South African entities (whereby, on October 1, 2011, Rolalor, Alimenta 177(Pty.) Ltd. and Labyrinth transferred their respective net assets to the newly formed entities controlled by the Company), the Company believes the purchase and sale with the seller was accomplished in accordance with the laws and regulations of the taxing authorities in South Africa. However, there can be no absolute assurance as to whether the business acquired continues to have any outstanding tax and regulatory filing requirements, (i.e. not filed certain corporate tax returns for previous years) as well as whether the local authorities could seek to recover any unpaid taxes, interest, penalties, or other amounts due from the Company, its shareholders or others.  The Company is not aware of any existing obligations that remain outstanding for which the Company may be required to settle. In connection with acquiring the net assets of the business, the Company may be entitled to be reimbursed by the seller for any pre-acquisition obligations of the business that may arise post-acquisition.

In addition to the matters disclosed above, the Company may be involved in legal proceedings and claims which have arisen in the ordinary course of business. These actions, when ultimately concluded and settled, will not, in the opinion of management, have a material adverse effect upon the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of the company.

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ACQUISITIONS (Details 3) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Revenues	$ 9,626,742	$ 1,606,245	$ 22,173,997	$ 4,939,410
Cost of sales			2,219,293
Other expenses			5,478,059
Operating Income (Loss)	(588,349)	(976,182)	(3,672,035)	(2,438,807)
Hooters Pacific NW [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Revenues			3,168,058
Cost of sales			885,720
Other expenses			2,380,300
Operating Income (Loss)			(97,962)
Spoon [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Revenues			968,103
Cost of sales			403,235
Other expenses			722,354
Operating Income (Loss)			(157,486)
The Burger Company [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Revenues			81,539
Cost of sales			33,305
Other expenses			30,847
Operating Income (Loss)			17,387
Hooters Australia [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Revenues			3,153,589
Cost of sales			897,033
Other expenses			2,344,558
Operating Income (Loss)			$ (88,002)

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LOAN PAYABLE (Details Textual) (USD $)	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Loans Payable, Current	$ 951,360	$ 0

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ACQUISITIONS (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed [Table Text Block]

The assets acquired and the liabilities assumed were recorded at estimated fair values based on information currently available and based on certain assumptions as to future operations as follows:

	2014 Acquisitions
	Hooters				Hooters Australia				The
	Pacific NW		Spoon		April 1, 2014		July 1, 2014		Burger Co.		Total
Consideration paid:
Common stock	$	2,891,156	$	828,750	$	-	$	-	$	300,000	$	4,019,906
Warrants		978,000		280,400		-		515,600		-		1,774,000
Assumption of debt		-		-		-		5,123,333		-		5,123,333
Cash		-		-		100,000		-		250,000		350,000
Total consideration paid		3,869,156		1,109,150		100,000		5,638,933		550,000		11,267,239
Current assets, excluding cash		112,078		89,817		377,296		47,777		9,926		636,894
Property and equipment		2,731,031		391,462		2,934,307		1,603,557		284,795		7,945,152
Goodwill		1,951,909		698,583		-		9,002,738		256,379		11,909,609
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee		60,937		-		277,867		220,500		-		559,304
Deposits and other assets		20,275		5,193		90,371		20,186		-		136,025
Total assets acquired, less cash		4,876,230		1,185,055		3,679,841		10,894,758		551,100		21,186,984
Liabilities assumed		(1,009,348)		(97,541)		(1,560,710)		(1,496,536)		(1,100)		(4,165,235)
Deferred tax liabilities		-		-						-		-
Non-controlling interest		-		-		(993,999)		(3,759,289)		-		(4,753,288)
Chanticleer equity		-		-		(1,028,749)		-		-		(1,028,749)
Common stock and warrants issued		(3,869,156)		(1,109,150)		-		(5,638,933)		(300,000)		(10,917,239)
Cash paid		-		-		(100,000)		-		(250,000)		(350,000)
Cash received in excess of cash paid	$	2,274	$	21,636	$	3,617	$	-	$	-	$	27,527

	2013 Acquisitions
	ARB		WEW		JF		Total
Consideration paid:
Common stock	$	3,611,126	$	-	$	-	$	3,611,126
Warrants		1,710,077		-		-		1,710,077
Cash		-		3,150,000		590,000		3,740,000
Total consideration paid		5,321,203		3,150,000		590,000		9,061,203
Current assets, excluding cash		281,574		151,546		42,206		475,326
Property and equipment		3,000,122		20,493		242,531		3,263,146
Goodwill		2,550,611		3,159,500		425,151		6,135,262
Trademark/trade name/franchise fee		1,784,443		-		1,010,000		2,794,443
Deposits and other assets		98,035		-		-		98,035
Total assets acquired, less cash		7,714,785		3,331,539		1,719,888		12,766,212
Liabilities assumed		(1,490,288)		(372,824)		(282,317)		(2,145,429)
Deferred tax liabilities		(956,000)		-		(384,000)		(1,340,000)
Non-controlling interest		-		-		(463,571)		(463,571)
Chanticleer equity		-		-		-		-
Common stock and warrants issued		(5,321,203)		-		-		(5,321,203)
Cash paid		-		(3,150,000)		(590,000)		(3,740,000)
Cash received in excess of cash paid	$	52,706	$	191,285	$	-	$	243,991

Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Information [Table Text Block]

The pro forma results include estimates and assumptions which management believes are reasonable. However, pro forma results are not necessarily indicative of the results that would have occurred if the business combination had been in effect on the dates indicated, or which may result in the future.

	Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	September 30,				September 30,
	2014		2013		2014		2013
Net revenues	$	11,437,149	$	10,241,985	$	27,100,251	$	25,911,456
Loss from continuing operations		(516,733)		(1,691,741)		(3,361,231)		(3,718,031)
Income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest		75,697		(8,232)		(39,342)		(39,842)
Net loss	$	(441,036)	$	(1,699,973)	$	(3,400,573)	$	(3,757,873)
Net loss per share, basic and diluted	$	(0.07)	$	(0.46)	$	(0.54)	$	(1.02)
Weighted average shares outstanding, basic and diluted		6,628,011		3,704,526		6,279,688		3,701,804

Business Combination Operating Income Loss [Table Text Block]

The following table includes information for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 Company’s 2014 acquisitions.

	Hooters				Hooters		The
	Pacific NW		Spoon		Australia		Burger Co.		Totals
Revenues	$	3,168,058	$	968,103	$	3,153,589	$	81,539	$	7,371,289
Cost of sales		885,720		403,235		897,033		33,305		2,219,293
Other expenses		2,380,300		722,354		2,344,558		30,847		5,478,059
Operating income (loss)	$	(97,962)	$	(157,486)	$	(88,002)	$	17,387	$	(326,063)

Hooters Pacific NW and Spoon [Member]

Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring, Valuation Techniques [Table Text Block]

The assumptions were as follows:

Acquisitions of Hooters Pacific NW and Spoon:
Assumptions:
Risk-free interest rate	1.49	%
Expected life	5 years
Expected volatility	50.0	%
Dividends	0	%

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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND ACCRUED EXPENSES (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]

Schedule of Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities [Table Text Block]

Accounts payable and accrued expenses are summarized as follows:

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Accounts payable	$	3,321,355	$	1,676,145
Accrued taxes (VAT, GST, Sales)		1,722,354		636,568
Accrued income taxes		38,027		15,776
Accrued interest		286,870		97,384
	$	5,368,606	$	2,425,873

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CONVERTIBLE NOTES PAYABLE (Details Textual) (USD $)	1 Months Ended				3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended			1 Months Ended			9 Months Ended	7 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Aug. 31, 2013	Apr. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2014	Oct. 17, 2013	Aug. 02, 2013	Aug. 31, 2013 Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes [Member]	Aug. 02, 2013 Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Convertible Promissory Note [Member]	Aug. 02, 2013 Convertible Notes Payable [Member]	Sep. 30, 2014 Convertible Notes Payable [Member]	Dec. 31, 2013 Convertible Notes Payable [Member]
Debt Instrument, Redemption [Line Items]
Number Of Common Stock Warrants Issued								300,000
Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes Conversion Description			beginning six months after the original issue date and until this debenture is no longer outstanding, each Note holder may convert his or her Note into shares of the Companys common stock (at 90% of the average closing price ten days prior to conversion, unless a public offering is pending at the time of the conversion notice, which would result in the conversion price being the same price as the offering).The conversion price is subject to a floor of $1.00 per share
Secured Subordinate Convertible Notes Redemption Description			each Note holder has the right to redeem the Note for a period of sixty days following the eighteen month anniversary of the issuance of the Note, unless a capital raise is conducted within eighteen months after the issuance of the Note
Debt Instrument, Face Amount											$ 3,000,000	$ 500,000
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage			6.00%							15.00%	6.00%	1.25%
Debt Instrument, Term									36 months
Debt Instrument, Description									the Note holders shall receive 10%, pro rata, of the net profit of the Hooters Nottingham restaurant, paid quarterly for the life of the location, and 10% of the net proceeds should the location be sold
Fair Value Of Conversion Features					2,265,600	2,265,600
Fair Value Of Warrants					884,600	884,600
Debt Instrument, Fair Value Disclosure					3,150,200	3,150,200
Debt Discount On Conversion Features And Warrants					3,000,000	3,000,000
Interest Expense, Short-term Borrowings, Total						150,200
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued For Services	15,000	25,000	300,000	4,000	11,500	110,264
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price												$ 5.25	$ 3.73	$ 1.84	$ 4.71
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount												$ 9,442
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Terms of Conversion Feature												The note is convertible into the Companys common stock (at 85% if the offering price in future offering or 85% of the Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP)). The conversion price is subject to a floor of $3.00 per share. If not converted, the note matures one year from the issuance date
Class of Warrant or Right, Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights			$ 3.00		$ 3.50	$ 3.50	$ 5.00	$ 3.00
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Threshold Percentage of Stock Price Trigger													90.00%
Conversion of Stock, Shares Converted													804,764	1,632,387
Share Price					$ 2.65	$ 2.65							$ 4.15	$ 2.07	$ 3.37
Sale of Stock, Price Per Share															$ 5.37
Debt Instrument Convertible Number Of Equity Instruments Period Decrease															161,172
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Number of Equity Instruments															637,592

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INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET (Details 1) (USD $)	3 Months Ended			9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014		Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014		Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total intangible cost	$ 4,039,744			$ 4,039,744			$ 3,484,721
Accumulated amortization	(288,091)			(288,091)			(60,089)
Intangible assets, net	3,751,653			3,751,653			3,424,632
Amortization expense	82,818		5,372	228,002		15,903
Franchise Rights [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total intangible cost	1,245,648			1,245,648			690,394
Trademarks and Trade Names [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total intangible cost	2,794,096			2,794,096			2,794,327
Trademarks and Trade Names [Member] | Just Fresh [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total intangible cost	1,010,000			1,010,000			1,010,000
Trademarks and Trade Names [Member] | ARB [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total intangible cost	1,784,096			1,784,096			1,784,327
South Africa [Member] | Franchise Rights [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total intangible cost	448,888			448,888			448,888
Brazil [Member] | Franchise Rights [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total intangible cost	135,000	[1]		135,000	[1]		135,000	[1]
Australia [Member] | Franchise Rights [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total intangible cost	498,318	[1]		498,318	[1]		0	[1]
Hungary [Member] | Franchise Rights [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total intangible cost	106,506			106,506			106,506
Hooters Pacific NW [Member] | Franchise Rights [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total intangible cost	$ 56,936			$ 56,936			$ 0

[1] The Brazil franchise cost and the Australian franchise costs related to future restaurants are not being amortized until they are opened.

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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (USD $)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss	$ (3,481,133)	$ (2,952,363)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	1,243,195	373,226
Equity in losses of investments	40,694	46,184
Common stock issued for services	354,617	124,720
Amortization of debt discount	930,392	316,867
Derivative liability adjustment	(925,200)	75,900
Decrease in deferred tax liability	(97,025)	0
Increase in deferred rent	3,431	14,670
Amortization of warrants	152,325	272,529
Gain on debt extinguishment	0	(70,900)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
(Increase) decrease in accounts and other receivables	(244,553)	46,427
Decrease in prepaid expenses and other assets	(107,161)	(108,942)
Decrease in inventory	33,845	86,496
Increase in accounts payable and accrued expenses	3,215,111	93,397
Advance from related parties for working capital	0	52
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities	1,118,538	(1,681,737)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Franchise costs	0	(75,000)
Cash acquired in acquisitions	27,527	53,684
Restricted cash	0	(3,000,000)
Repayments of investments	0	98,434
Purchase of property and equipment	(3,569,775)	(86,919)
Net cash used in investing activities	(3,542,248)	(3,009,801)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Loan proceeds	1,458,308	3,342,000
Advances from investors and partners	0	575,000
Decrease in other liabilities	0	(270,646)
Proceeds from common stock issuances	835,000	0
Subsidiary capital received	33,500	0
Capital lease and loan payments	(142,906)	(36,821)
Net cash provided by financing activities	2,183,902	3,609,533
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash	119,884	71,431
Net change in cash	(119,924)	(1,010,574)
Cash, beginning of period	442,694	1,223,803
Cash, end of period	322,770	213,229
Supplemental cash flow information:
Interest	63,503	43,920
Income taxes	1,776	0
Non-cash investing and financing activities:
Purchase of equipment using capital leases	0	53,943
Purchases of businesses:
Current assets excluding cash and cash equivalents	636,894	274,211
Property and equipment	7,945,152	2,948,102
Goodwill	11,930,766	1,653,016
Trade name/trademarks/franchise fees	559,304	1,784,443
Deposits and other assets	136,025	98,035
Liabilities assumed	(4,286,392)	(1,490,288)
Non-controlling interest	(4,753,288)	0
Chanticleer equity	(6,917,682)	0
Common stock and warrants issued	(5,278,306)	(5,321,203)
Cash received in excess of cash paid in acquisition	$ 27,527	$ 53,684

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INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]

Intangible Assets Disclosure [Text Block]

5. INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET

GOODWILL

Goodwill is summarized by location as follows:

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
South Africa	$	396,487	$	396,487
ARB		2,806,990		2,550,611
WEW (Nottingham)		2,955,507		3,124,507
JF		425,151		425,151
Australia		9,002,738		-
Hooters Pacific NW		1,951,909		-
Spoon		653,185		-
	$	18,191,967	$	6,496,756

Goodwill resulted from the excess paid over the fair value of the net assets acquired for the three operating restaurants in South Africa effective October 1, 2011, our ARB, Just Fresh and WEW acquisitions as of September 30, 2013, November 6, 2013 and December 10, 2013 respectively, our acquisitions of Hooters Pacific NW and Spoon as of January 31, 2014, Hooters Australia as of July 1, 2014 and our acquisition of The Burger Company as of September 9, 2014 (included in ARB amount above).

OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS

Franchise cost for the Company’s Hooters restaurants and trademark/trade name for the Company’s Just Fresh and ARB entities consists of the following at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013. The Company is amortizing these franchise costs from the opening of each restaurant for the 20-year term of the franchise agreement with HOA and the trademark/trade name over its estimated 10-year useful lives.

	September 30,		December 31,
	2014		2013
Franchise cost:
South Africa	$	448,888	$	448,888
Brazil *		135,000		135,000
Australia *		498,318		-
Hungary		106,506		106,506
Hooters Pacific NW		56,936		-
		1,245,648		690,394
Trade name/trademark:
Just Fresh		1,010,000		1,010,000
ARB		1,784,096		1,784,327
		2,794,096		2,794,327
Total intangible cost		4,039,744		3,484,721
Accumulated amortization		(288,091)		(60,089)
Intangible assets, net	$	3,751,653	$	3,424,632
Three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:
Amortization expense	$	82,818	$	5,372
Nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:
Amortization expense	$	228,002	$	15,903

Future amortization for franchise costs and trade name/trademarks are as follows:

September 30,	Franchise fee		Trade name		Total
2015	$	61,590	$	279,427	$	341,017
2016		61,590		279,427		341,017
2017		61,590		279,427		341,017
2018		61,590		279,427		341,017
2019		61,590		279,427		341,017
Thereafter		858,860		1,187,708		2,046,568
Totals	$	1,166,810	$	2,584,843	$	3,751,653

* The Brazil franchise cost and the Australian franchise costs related to future restaurants are not being amortized until they are opened.

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DISCLOSURES ABOUT FAIR VALUE (Details 2) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues	$ 9,626,742	$ 1,606,245	$ 22,173,997	$ 4,939,410
Operating Income (Loss)	(588,349)	(976,182)	(3,672,035)	(2,438,807)
United States [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues	3,957,161	25,000	10,445,982	75,000
Operating Income (Loss)	(729,351)	(767,524)	(3,408,663)	(1,850,054)
South Africa [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues	1,601,493	1,302,709	4,905,249	4,165,886
Operating Income (Loss)	(70,571)	(98,973)	(220,186)	(320,212)
Australia [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues	2,641,909	0	3,153,589	0
Operating Income (Loss)	192,566	0	(88,002)	0
Europe [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues	1,426,179	278,536	3,669,177	698,524
Operating Income (Loss)	$ 19,007	$ (109,685)	$ 44,816	$ (268,541)

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STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]

Schedule Of Common Stock And Warrants Issued For Services [Table Text Block]

Nine months ended September 30, 2014
	# of shares/warrants		Per share/warrant Value		Total Value
1 - warrants		51,250	$	1.66	$	85,200
2 - shares		110,264	$	3.22	$	354,617

1 Warrants valued using Black-Scholes

2 Shares valued using Market value approach

Schedule of Share Based Payment Award, Warrants, Valuation Assumptions [Table Text Block]

The warrants issued for services in 2014 had the following assumptions:

	September 30, 2014
Common stock closing price	$	2.65
Expected life (in years)		5.5
Expected volatility		81.20	%
Call option value	$	1.66
Risk-free interest rate		1.78	%
Dividends		0.00	%

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INVESTMENTS (Details 2) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013
ASSETS
Current assets	$ 362,085
Non-current assets	3,089,230
TOTAL ASSETS	3,451,315
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities	972,885
PARTNER'S EQUITY	2,478,430
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS' EQUITY	$ 3,451,315

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SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2014

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table Text Block]

The following table summarizes the number of common shares potentially issuable upon the exercise of certain warrants, convertible notes payable and convertible interest as of September 30, 2014 and 2013, that have been excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per common share since the effect would be antidilutive.

	As of September 30,
	2014		2013
Warrants		8,695,048		6,241,458
Convertible notes payable		1,916,559		-
Convertible interest		88,649		-
Totals		10,700,256		6,241,458