Pret opens first store in India

Following the announcement of its new Indian partnership with Reliance Brands Limited (RBL) last year, Pret A Manger has launched its first shop in the country. It opened its doors to the public in Maker Maxity, Mumbai, last month and is planned to be the first of many shops set to open this year.

The inaugural Mumbai shop is a recreation of Pret’s iconic London shops with a large dining space spread across 2,567 sq ft. Fresh food and organic coffee lovers in the city can drop by to dine in or grab a quick takeaway.

"We are thrilled to be opening the first Pret A Manger shop in India,” said Darshan Mehta, managing director of RBL. “With a commitment to providing fresh, clean and sustainable offerings, customers in India can now enjoy the same exceptional food that has made Pret A Manger a beloved and successful chain around the world.”

Pano Christou, chief executive officer of Pret A Manger, added: “We have been working closely with the RBL team to create an offer for Indian consumers that reflects the Pret brand, while also adapting to local preferences and food habits.

“Coming to India has been a goal of ours for a long time, and the opening of our first shop in Mumbai is a landmark moment in our international expansion plans. We’re confident that with the support of RBL, the Pret brand will be a hit with consumers in India, and a welcome addition to the country’s growing food-to-go market.”

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