McDonald's India launches its first restaurant in Bhilai, expands its footprint in Chattisgarh

Westlife Development Limited, owner of the master franchisee McDonald's® restaurants in West & South India, has announced the opening of its first restaurant in the "Steel City of Central India" - Bhilai. The modern, contemporary McDonald's restaurant is located in Bhilai's Surya TI mall. It is an Experience of the Future (EOTF) restaurant that offers its customers an elevated digital experience with self-ordering kiosks, table-top mobile chargers and more.

The new sprawling store is spread across two levels and can seat around 130 people. The restaurant will offer a wide range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian food and beverage options. It will serve all-time favourites like the Maharaja Mac, McChickenTM, McVeggie, McAloo Tikki, Big Spicy Paneer and Chicken wraps, and the new Gourmet Burger Collection along with the signature fries and desserts. It also houses a McCafé that offers great handcrafted coffee to its customers. Customers in Bhilai can also order food from the comfort of their homes through the McDelivery App.

Commenting on the launch of the new McDonald's outlet in Bhilai, Mr. Saurabh Kalra - Chief Operating Officer, Hardcastle Restaurants Pvt Ltd said, "We are very excited to open our restaurant in Bhilai. Being an industrial town and a seat of learning, Bhilai has a diverse population. We believe that McDonald's, with its wide range of offerings across dayparts, will be able to cater to the residents of Bhilai across all demographics. We extend a warm welcome to our customers and look forward to making everone in Bhilai say "i'm lovin' it".

During the pandemic, McDonald's had implemented 42 safety and hygiene protocols across its restaurants in the West and South of India as part of its Golden Guarantee initiative to continue giving consumers a safe and hygienic restaurant and food experience. McDonald's welcomes the residents of Bhilai to enjoy a memorable gastronomic experience, courteous and quick service, with quality food that is the hallmark of the brand.

Shares of Westlife Development Ltd was last trading in BSE at Rs. 446.10 as compared to the previous close of Rs. 474.25. The total number of shares traded during the day was 7484 in over 980 trades.

The stock hit an intraday high of Rs. 468.90 and intraday low of 442.65. The net turnover during the day was Rs. 3464802.00.

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