{
  "id": 453682,
  "title": "BBQ brings Korean fried chicken to Mexico City",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/10/bbq-brings-korean-fried-chicken-to-mexico-city-453682",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-10T09:27:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260810/bbq-brings-korean-fried-chicken-to-mexico-city"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Korean fried chicken chain BBQ has inaugurated its inaugural establishment in Mexico City, anticipating the city's abundant consumer base to serve as a launchpad for a wider expansion across Latin America. Genesis BBQ Group, the parent company behind the BBQ brand, announced on Monday the opening of the BBQ Zona Rosa location in Mexico City's Zona Rosa neighborhood, signifying the firm's entrance into the Mexican market. Currently, the company runs 20 outlets throughout Latin America, encompassing Panama, Costa Rica, the Bahamas, and Colombia, as per the company's disclosure. The Mexico City restaurant spans 338 square meters over two levels and a terrace, accommodating up to 115 patrons. Positioned near Paseo de la Reforma, one of Mexico City's principal thoroughfares, the eatery is situated in a district replete with hotels, restaurants, cafes, and retail outlets, according to the company. The menu predominantly features the chain's fried chicken, boasting 12 variants such as Golden Fried Chicken, Classic Fried, and Chizzling, available individually or in combo meals. The restaurant also serves tteokbokki, kimchi fried rice, rice bowls, fried chicken salads, chicken burgers, and hot dogs.",
  "summary": "Korean fried chicken chain BBQ has opened its first restaurant in Mexico City, aiming to expand its presence across Latin America. Genesis BBQ Group, which operates the BBQ brand, recently launched BBQ Zona Rosa in Mexico City's Zona Rosa district, marking its entry into the Mexican market. The 338 square meter restaurant, located near Paseo de la Reforma, offers seating for 115 customers and features the chain's signature fried chicken dishes, including Golden Fried Chicken, Classic Fried, and Chizzling, along with Korean-inspired sides like tteokbokki, kimchi fried rice, and fried chicken salad bowls.",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "BBQ brings Korean fried chicken to Mexico City",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/10/bbq-brings-korean-fried-chicken-to-mexico-city",
        "published": "2026-08-10T09:17:03.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}