
Chipotle Opens First Asian Restaurant in Seoul with Singapore Next
Partnering with Sangmidang Holdings, the US fast-casual chain will add more Korean outlets this year before entering Singapore.
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Partnering with Sangmidang Holdings, the US fast-casual chain will add more Korean outlets this year before entering Singapore.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is set to make its Asian debut in 2026, launching new locations in South Korea and Singapore as the fast-casual chain seeks to broaden its international reach amid changing consumer habits in the United States. The California-based…

Chipotle, a popular American fast-casual restaurant chain, has announced plans to penetrate the Asian market in the coming year. The expansion will begin in South Korea and Singapore, through a strategic collaboration with SPC Group. Chipotle’s Asian Debut…

Next year, Chipotle is set to expand its international footprint into Asia, launching its first establishments in South Korea and Singapore. This expansion is facilitated by a partnership with SPC Group. Chipotle Finds Its Ideal Entry Points in Asia Executive…

Yum China is set to exploit “huge potential” after its spin-off from its US parent, says Neil Saunders, CEO of Conlumino. Commenting on the parent company’s latest results, the US-based retail commentator said while the China division once again delivered “an…
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