Everyone has that one brand they wish would open closer to home – whether it’s a cult-favorite fast food chain, a beloved grocery store, or a gym franchise they’ve only seen on TV.

MarketBeat carried out a survey of 3,011 respondents asking:

“Which brand do you most wish your state had – but currently doesn’t?”

In top spot, North Carolinians most want to see an In-N-Out Burger in the Tar Heel State. North Carolinians with friends out West often hear about the cult status of In-N-Out. The fresh, no-frills menu and “secret” items have become a foodie fantasy for locals who’d love to see the chain cross the Mississippi.

The second most desired brand is a La Colombe Coffee Roasters. La Colombe Coffee Roasters, the Philadelphia-based chain famous for its draft lattes and sleek cafés, has be

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