The newly inaugurated outlet features Subway’s modernised store design and introduces innovative menu offerings tailored to Indian tastes, including the Hot and Cheesy Signature Subs
Subway Global achieved a significant milestone with the opening of its 850th store in India. The event, held in Gurugram, marked the first visit of John Chidsey, Global CEO of Subway, to India since the brand partnered with Culinary Brands.
India has become one of Subway’s fastest-growing international markets, with the QSR giant planning to dominate the country’s Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) sector within the next decade. The newly inaugurated outlet features Subway’s modernised store design and introduces innovative menu offerings tailored to Indian tastes, including the Hot and Cheesy Signature Subs with 1.5x filling and a Breakfast Special sandwich menu with coffee, available at select locations.
“Today’s restaurant opening marks a major moment for the brand’s growth in India, where we continue to see huge demand,” said Chidsey. “Everstone has demonstrated exceptional leadership in implementing our latest culinary and digital initiatives, elevating the overall customer experience.”
Subway has seen a surge in new restaurant openings globally, with India standing out as a key growth market. The brand is on track to double its new openings in 2024, underscoring its international expansion efforts.
Tarun Bhasin, CEO of Culinary Brands, expressed his gratitude to Subway’s loyal customers, stating, “Reaching 850 stores is a testament to the trust our customers place in us. We’re committed to offering fresh, customizable meals that resonate with evolving Indian palates. Our new innovations, including the Hot and Cheesy Signature Subs and Breakfast Specials, are designed to further delight our consumers.”
Subway is a global leader in quick-service dining, offering fresh, made-to-order sandwiches, wraps, and salads across nearly 37,000 locations in over 100 countries.
Culinary Brands, a subsidiary of the Everstone Group, is a prominent food and beverage platform focused on scaling global brands in India and the sub-continent. As the exclusive master franchisee for Subway in India, Culinary Brands also manages the Lavazza and Fresh & Honest coffee brands in the region.
This milestone solidifies Subway’s position as a key player in India’s thriving QSR market and highlights its commitment to meeting the evolving needs of Indian consumers.
