Korean franchise restaurants that have expanded overseas

Korean franchise restaurants that have expanded overseas

Korean franchise restaurants, including both famous and lesser-known brands, have expanded into the United States, Canada, Europe, and Southeast Asia.

Popular Korean Restaurant Franchises Overseas

🍗 BB.Q Chicken

🌎 Locations: USA, Canada, UK, Spain, Germany, etc.
150+ stores across major U.S. cities (NYC, LA, Chicago)

⭐ Known for: Super crispy fried chicken, soy garlic and spicy sauces

🔥 A key player in the global "K-Chicken" wave

🍗 Bonchon Chicken

🌎 Locations: USA, Canada, Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, etc.
Over 120 stores in the U.S.

⭐ Known for: Korean-style fried chicken with soy garlic or spicy glaze

💡 One of the most recognizable Korean food brands globally

🥢 Paris Baguette

🌎 Locations: USA, Canada, France, UK, Singapore, Vietnam, etc.
Found in NYC, California, Texas, and Toronto

⭐ Known for: Korean-European fusion bakery, cakes, and premium pastries

🎂 Expanding fast in North America & Europe

🥖 TOUS les JOURS

🌎 Locations: USA, Canada, France, Vietnam, Philippines, etc.
Stores in LA, NYC, and more

⭐ Known for: Korean-style pastries, cakes, and café drinks

☕ Stylish bakery with a Korean twist

🍜 Paik’s Noodle (Hong Kong Banjeom)

🌎 Locations: USA, Vietnam, Singapore, China
Found in LA and Orange County under the name "Hong Kong Banjeom"

⭐ Known for: Korean-Chinese fusion dishes like Jajangmyeon and Jjamppong

👨‍🍳 Owned by celebrity chef Paik Jong-won

🍲 Bulgogi Brothers

🌎 Locations: Canada, Philippines
📍 Locations in Toronto and Manila

⭐ Known for: Traditional Korean BBQ, bulgogi sets, and stews

🍽️ Casual Korean dining concept

🍚 BIBIBOP Asian Grill

🌎 Locations: USA only
40+ stores across the Midwest and East Coast

⭐ Known for: Build-your-own bibimbap bowls with fresh, healthy ingredients

💡 Inspired by Korean cuisine, adapted to U.S. fast casual format

🍗 NENE Chicken

🌎 Locations: Canada, Australia, UAE, Singapore, Malaysia, etc.
📍 Toronto, Sydney, and more
⭐ Known for: Korean fried chicken with sweet, spicy, or cheesy sauces
🧡 K-Pop–themed branding

🍽️ Hansik Goo (Fine Dining)

🌎 Locations: Hong Kong (Michelin 1-star), expanding to Europe
⭐ Known for: Refined Korean tasting menus by Michelin-starred Chef Sung Ahn
🎖️ Elevated Korean cuisine with modern presentation

✅ Quick Summary Table

BB.Q Chicken
USA, Canada, Europe
Fried Chicken
Global K-Chicken leader

Bonchon
USA, Asia, Canada
Soy Garlic Chicken
Highly recognized internationally

Paris Baguette
USA, Canada, Europe
Cakes, Breads
Stylish Korean bakery

TOUS les JOURS
USA, France, SE Asia
Breads, Pastries
Fusion Korean bakery

Paik’s Noodle
USA, Asia
Jajangmyeon, Jjamppong
From celebrity chef Paik

Bulgogi Brothers
Canada, Philippines
Bulgogi, BBQ sets
Casual Korean BBQ

BIBIBOP
USA
Bibimbap bowls
Healthy fast-casual concept

NENE Chicken
Canada, Australia, Asia
Sweet & Spicy Chicken
K-pop branding

Hansik Goo
Hong Kong, Europe
Fine Korean Cuisine
Michelin-starred