Market
Franchising Model
- Franchisees pay an initial fee and ongoing royalties, benefiting from Burger King's
established brand and operational support. This model allows the company to leverage
local expertise, ensuring cultural and market relevance in diverse regions.1
Regional Adaptation
- Burger King tailors its menu and marketing strategies to align with local tastes and
cultural preferences.
Strategic Investments and Partnerships
- To strengthen its global footprint, Burger King engages in strategic acquisitions and
partnerships. Notably, in 2014, it merged with Canadian chain Tim Hortons, forming one
of the world's largest fast-food companies.2
Localization Strategy
- To cater to regional tastes and cultural preferences, Burger King adapts its menu
offerings in various markets…
India: Recognizing the significant vegetarian population, Burger King introduced items
like the Paneer King and Tikki Twist, tailored to local palates.3
China: The menu incorporates chicken dishes and spicy flavors, aligning with local
culinary preferences.4
Japan: Offerings such as the Teriyaki Whopper cater to the Japanese affinity for
teriyaki-flavored foods.
Middle East: Menus feature halal-certified products to comply with Islamic dietary
laws.
Thailand: Burger King has reintroduced unique items like the Black and Pink Burger,
appealing to local tastes and trends.5
1
https://www.historytools.org/consumer/burger-king-business-model
2
https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/restaurant-brands-takes-full-control-burger-king-china-2025-
02-18/
3
https://www.marketingmonk.so/p/burger-king-s-marketing-strategies-and-bold-campaigns
4
https://marketingtochina.com/burger-king-china/
5
https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2658817/burger-king-adopts-digital-transformation