Zambrero aims to open 100 UK restaurants by 2030

Australian quick-service restaurant brand Zambrero has launched a franchise recruitment programme in the UK as it aims to open 100 Mexican-inspired restaurants across the country by 2030.

Zambrero entered the UK market in 2021 with the opening of its first location in Kentish Town, London.

Since then, it has expanded to 13 restaurants across London, Manchester, Birmingham, Reading, and Essex, all offering its signature customisable burritos and bowls.

As part of its renewed expansion strategy, Zambrero has signed its first three franchise partners, who will be responsible for opening new locations over the next 12 months, including the brand’s first site in Scotland.

The expansion is expected to generate 1,500 jobs, encompassing both full-time and part-time positions.

Zambrero UK has announced it is actively seeking additional franchise partners, multi-site operators, and area developers to accelerate its expansion across various formats, including traditional restaurants and drive-thru locations.

Chief Executive of Zambrero UK, Emily Teh, said: “We’ve had a lot of interest in the brand during the last couple of years – and now is the right time for us to expand through our franchise partners and work towards opening 100 restaurants by 2030. We also have opportunities for area developers to join us and help us achieve our growth plans.

“When you join Zambrero as a franchise partner, you become part of our ‘Zam Fam’ and make a commitment to partnering with us to bring an incredible experience to our customers every day. We’re looking for passionate franchise partners who can open multiple restaurants.”

Zambrero was founded in Australia in 2005 by entrepreneur and philanthropist Dr. Sam Prince.

It now operates over 300 restaurants across Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Ireland, and the UK, making it the largest Mexican restaurant franchise in both Australia and Ireland.

In February 2023, Zambrero received a $250 million (£141 million) investment from Metric Capital Partners.