Round Table Pizza Expands Reach to the Far East with Thirty Restaurant Development Agreement

CONCORD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Round Table Pizza, an American Pizza restaurant icon known for quality and innovation, announces an agreement to develop 30 restaurants in Beijing. The leading west coast pizza brand reached a development agreement with Mr. Guanghua Guo of Beijing Guanghua Zhijia International Hotel Company.

“We are eager to work with partners who can bring our core values of dedication to families and serving a superb pizza to a larger global audience.”

The announcement comes shortly after Round Table Pizza signed a development agreement in the Middle East, bringing the total number of international restaurants operating or slated for development to 47.

“International demand is growing as entrepreneurs recognize the value in the Round Table Pizza brand,” notes Round Table Pizza President Rob McCourt. “We are eager to work with partners who can bring our core values of dedication to families and serving a superb pizza to a larger global audience.”

“It was my desire to bring only the best to Beijing,” explains Mr. Guo. “Following extensive research and a sampling of the menu, Round Table’s quality and variety made it the clear choice.”

Founded in California’s San Francisco Bay Area, Round Table Pizza has prospered as the market share leader in one of the most competitive markets in the United States. This year, Round Table celebrates 50 years of success in bringing families together to share a wonderful meal. Of the company’s 500 restaurants, 75% are owned and operated by franchisees. Round Table is uniquely structured to provide its partners with the tools and flexibility necessary to launch successful, international restaurants.

Upcoming Area Licensee Events

Round Table Pizza is planning area licensee events in India and other parts of Asia. For details, contact William Gabbard at [phone] or [e-mail].

For additional international franchising information, including restaurant and product photos, visit www.roundtablepizzainternational.com.

About Round Table Pizza

Headquartered in California’s San Francisco Bay Area, Round Table Pizza was founded by Bill Larson in 1959. He wanted to create a place where families could relax and share a superb pizza. Fifty years later, Round Table Pizza remains true to its founder’s vision with 500 restaurants across the western United States. Round Table’s signature tagline, "The Last Honest Pizza", describes its commitment to quality and authenticity.