United Arab Emirates · Dubai

F&B consultancy in Dubai

Gastro Global supports international brands, investors and operators launching and scaling restaurants and cafés in Dubai, and Dubai brands expanding into Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC.

The market

One of the most competitive dining cities in the world

International brands, malls, hotels and new districts open in Dubai all the time. Guests have endless choice, so a concept needs clear positioning, strong economics and operations that deliver the same experience every day.

Many Dubai concepts are also ready to grow beyond the city. We help them build the systems and franchise model to expand into Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait.

How we help

How we help in Dubai

Positioning that stands out

Concept creation and brand positioning built on a clear view of the competition around your site.

Feasibility before you sign a lease

Market, location and financial viability checked before you commit to a site.

Menu engineering and costs

Menus engineered for margin, standardized recipes, supplier sourcing and cost negotiation.

Operations and SOPs

Front and back-of-house manuals, quality control and training to international standards.

Openings

Project management from design and fit-out supervision to equipment and the first opening.

Expansion into Saudi Arabia and the GCC

Franchise modeling and market-entry planning for Dubai brands ready to grow.

Approvals

Planned around Dubai approvals

We build the approvals into your roadmap and coordinate the operational side with your licensing advisers. Typical steps include:

A trade licence from Dubai Economy and Tourism, or from a free zone authority
Dubai Municipality food safety approvals for the kitchen and premises
Civil Defence approval for the site
Emiratisation requirements where they apply

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