Pret A Manger, the UK-based food and coffee chain that formed a partnership with Reliance Brands last year, is set to open its first store in the Maker Maxity complex in Mumbai’s BKC area on April 21st.

The Mumbai outlet of Pret A Manger, in partnership with Reliance Brands, will replicate the brand’s London shops, boasting a spacious dining area that spans 2,567 square feet.

Pano Christou, CEO, Pret A Manger, said, “We have been working closely with the RBL team to create an offer for Indian consumers that reflects the Pret brand, while also adapting to local preferences and food habits.”

“Coming to India has been a goal of ours for a long time, and the opening of our first shop in Mumbai is a landmark moment in our international expansion plans,” Christou added in his statement.

With a global presence of around 550 stores, Pret A Manger offers a range of food and beverages including organic coffee, cookies, salads, and sandwiches.

In June of last year, Reliance Brands signed a long-term master franchise agreement to introduce and operate the Pret A Manger restaurant chain in India, which is seen as a way for Reliance to compete with Tata Starbucks.

Reliance has previously announced plans to expand the Pret A Manger brand in key cities and travel hubs, with a particular focus on airports as a major area for growth.