Franchising
Japanese casual pub operator Watami acquires Subway Japan
Japanese casual pub operator Watami acquires Subway Japan
They have also signed a 10-year franchise contract with Subway International BV.
Katrina Group partners with Lotte GRS to bring LOTTERIA in Singapore
The first store is expected to open by the second quarter of 2025.
London cafe brand EL&N makes India debut
The cafe is located in Jio World Plaza.
HEYTEA opens first concept store in Myeongdong, Seoul
The concept was inspired by the Chinese literature "Lofty Mountains and Flowing Streams.”
Rebel Foods launch 160th Wendy's restaurant in Bengaluru
This marks Rebel's 160th Wendy's restaurant across more than 25 cities in India in just 36 months.
Domino’s Pizza China eyes 1000th restaurant milestone by Q4
They also plan to open approximately 300 to 350 stores in 2025 and 2026.
Tealive announces Middle East expansion
The brand’s parent plans to open 5 outlets during its first year.
Chipotle opens first restaurant in Dubai
It is located at ‘The Beach’ at Jumeirah Beach Residence.
Magnolia Bakery opens second location in Mumbai
The brand is operated by Spago Foods.
Baskin-Robbins reaches 1,000 outlet milestone in India
Baskin-Robbins first opened in India in 1993.
Restaurant brand operator Tam Jai International expands to Malaysia
The group operates three fast-casual restaurant brands.
Taco Bell expands into tourist hubs starting with Chiang Mai
This restaurant has an in-line model that features both indoor and outdoor areas.
Luckin Coffee opens 20,000th location
Luckin is considered the largest coffee chain in China by store count.
Jollibee says no plan yet to expand Compose Coffee internationally
The group has a 70% stake in the coffee brand.
KFC China’s coffee brand reaches 200 outlets
The unique concept features a cafe area adjacent to KFC outlets.
China’s Luckin Coffee reportedly mulling Malaysia debut
Its only international market is Singapore.
Malaysia’s Marrybrown enters Cambodia and Uzbekistan
The brand is set to launch its first restaurant in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
