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Chipotle enters Qatar amidst Middle East expansion
Chipotle enters Qatar amidst Middle East expansion
More locations are expected to open in Kuwait and the UAE by year-end.
Korean BBQ restaurant Bullgogi expands to Manchester
The opening marks the brand’s second location.
Chatime reopens Bankstown following fresh refurbishment
It features a colourful and engaging new look.
Luckin Coffee lands at Hong Kong airport
The new airport branch covers over 1,000 sq. ft.
American fast-casual chain Fatburger returns to Japan
The chain has over 200 restaurants in the world.
The Sushi Co to open seven new sites by end-2025
Franchised live kitchens will open in Basildon, Sidcup, and Worthing, amongst others.
Bunsik expands in Bristol with its 8th restaurant
The launch includes weeklong deals.
Maki & Ramen to open at Metrocentre's Upper Yellow Mall
The new restaurant spans 7,065 sq. ft. with under 200 covers.
GDK to open 150th UK restaurant in Leeds
Leeds now has three GDK restaurants, adding to sites at Cardigan Fields and the White Rose Centre.
KFC to open Moreton restaurant
The opening will create 40 new jobs for the local community.
Japanese restaurant group Taro opens ninth site in Brighton
The 70-seat restaurant is located at 60 Ship Street.
Which Wich expands into Scotland
It has secured new franchise partners to launch in both Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Boba Bhai expands footprint with 70th outlet in Bengaluru
This also marks the chain’s 25th outlet in the city.
Kudu to launch Australian sushi chain in the Middle East
The brand plans to open 40 locations by 2035.
Zeus Street Greek opens first kiosk in Carindale
This brings the chain’s total number of outlets to 42 nationwide.
Miami’s Coyo Taco to enter UK with Kuvi Hospitality franchise deal
The chain is known for its tortillas, salsas, and Mexican street food.
Chipotle expands in UAE with third Abu Dhabi restaurant
The new branch spans over 237.7 sq. m. and is located at Yas Mall.
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