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Cupbop to enter UAE market in H1 2025

The brand plans to open 10 locations in the Emirates.

Cupbop, a Korean barbeque-in-a-cup concept, has signed a development deal with RMAL Hospitality, debuting in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

RMAL Hospitality, a restaurant and hotel development business, boasts a portfolio of international restaurant chains like Wagamama, Trader Vic's, Allo Beirut, and Marco Pierre White.

They plan to bring 10 Cupbop locations to the Emirates, with a goal to open in the first half of 2025.

Founded in 2013 by Junghun Song, the concept of Cupbop originally began as a food truck in Salt Lake City.

Serving up noodles, the brand also offers a unique take on Korean BBQ classics.

Cupbop has 57 locations in the US and over 200 locations in Indonesia.

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