Applebee’s to enter India
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American grill bar & pancake chain Applebee’s will launch its first Indian location in Bengaluru this year.
The brand will be established in the territory via a partnership with local operator Dine Brands International.
“India is an important growth market for us,” said Dine Brands president – international Steve Joyce. “As one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, India represents an opportunity for Applebee’s and we think Indian guests will love our local as well as Western tastes, hand-made to order menu items and signature cocktail bar.”
“We are the newest Applebee’s international franchisee and will introduce their food and beverage to India,” said Dine Brands international franchisees CEO Rohit Malhotra.
The firm is expected to open another nine Applebee’s restaurants over a seven-year period.
Questions & Answers
Q.When is the first Applebee's restaurant expected to open in India?
When is the first Applebee's restaurant expected to open in India?
The first Indian Applebee's location is expected to open this year. It will be established in Bengaluru, marking the brand's entry into the country through a local partnership.
Q.Which company is partnering with Applebee's to launch the brand in India?
Which company is partnering with Applebee's to launch the brand in India?
Applebee's will partner with local operator Dine Brands International to establish the brand in India. Rohit Malhotra, CEO of Dine Brands international franchisees, stated they are the newest international franchisee.
Q.Where will the initial Applebee's restaurant be located in India?
Where will the initial Applebee's restaurant be located in India?
The first Applebee's restaurant in India will be located in Bengaluru. This city will host the initial launch as the American grill bar and pancake chain enters the Indian market.
Q.How many Applebee's restaurants are planned for India over the next few years?
How many Applebee's restaurants are planned for India over the next few years?
The firm is expected to open another nine Applebee's restaurants over a seven-year period. This expansion will follow the initial launch in Bengaluru, bringing the total to at least ten locations.
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