Fast casual

Paris Baguette Singapore opens first “café-retail” concept

The concept may be rolled out regionally if proven successful.

Japanese sushi chain Sushiro to take on McDonald's in U.S. – report

It is looking to increase the number of overseas outlets to 700.

Fast casual chain Paik’s Noodle makes Melbourne debut

Paik’s boasts nine dishes that intersect between fermented Korean flavours and more traditional Chinese-style stir fry.

The Habit Burger Grill is fired up and ready to start its race to 10,000 restaurants 

General manager Yang Ming Ong shares first details of the chargrilled burger brand’s strategy, and how Asia would play a critical role.

Long John Silver’s to open 54 restaurants in Indonesia

The American seafood chain has 21 locations in Singapore.

Black Sheep Coffee gets backing from NBA’s Kristaps Porzingis, eyes rapid UK growth

The chain’s rollout of outlets will see them reach nearly 100 UK sites by the end of summer 2022.

Green Common opens two-storey flagship in Hong Kong

The concept features a coffee & drinks bar, along with grab & go and grocery options.

Flash Coffee makes Hong Kong debut

Last month, it celebrated the launch of 100 stores regionally.

Jumbo Seafood opens outlet in Universal Studios' Beijing resort

The restaurant is the group’s Jumbo Seafood restaurant in China.

Paris Baguette’s newest Singapore flagship set to open this month

The South Korean bakery chain will also include a vegetarian menu and vegetarian options for main dishes.

Singapore’s Tenderbest to open third outlet

A cafe from cheesecake brand Cat & The Fiddle is also tucked within the fried chicken eatery.

Shake Shack Singapore to open site at Gardens by the Bay

Its menu will also showcase two exclusive concretes.

Chinese burger chain Bingz opens first North American restaurant

The concept, which is known for its signature “crispy burgers”, was founded by two Tencent software engineers in 2014.

Tenderfresh opens second Kedai Kopi outlet

The outlet features a 168-seater space with 9 food stalls. 

Deelish Brands raises S$1.5m in pre-Series A round

The company is also considering acquisitions, joint ventures and other partnerships as it expands regionally.

Shakey’s on track to open 30 new stores despite weaker sales

The company is looking to open ghost or delivery-only kitchens.