Fish With You Opens Second Canadian Store in Richmond

Fish With You Expands in Canada with New Richmond Location

The leading sauerkraut fish franchise continues its global growth, opening a second successful store in the Vancouver area and highlighting strong franchisee confidence.

RICHMOND, BC – Fish With You, the world's largest sauerkraut fish franchise, recently announced the grand opening of its new location in Richmond, British Columbia. The opening marks another key step in the brand's international expansion, drawing large crowds of local residents eager to experience its signature dish.

The new Richmond restaurant is the second Canadian location for franchisee Mr. Fan, who has already seen strong results with his first store in Vancouver.

“My first Fish With You in Vancouver a has been a great success,” said Mr. Fan. “Customers love the variety of flavors, and the simplified business model makes operations smooth and efficient. I am confident this new location will be just as popular.”

The success of multi-unit franchisees like Mr. Fan demonstrates the strength and profitability of the Fish With You franchise model in Western markets.

A Proven Model for Global Success

Since launching its international strategy in 2022, Fish With You has attracted franchise partners from around the world. The brand now operates successful locations in major global cities, including:

New York City

San Francisco

Vancouver

Dubai

Kuala Lumpur

With the new Richmond opening, the company’s global store count is approaching 2,500 locations across 360 cities. This rapid, seven-year journey from a single shop in Beijing to an international powerhouse has earned Fish With You top industry accolades, including "World's #1 Sauerkraut Fish Brand by Number of Stores" (certified by Sullivan) and a spot on the "Top 20 Pioneer Brands for Chinese Cuisine Going Global" list.

Smart Strategy, Not Just Simple Duplication

According to founder Wei Tongrong, the brand's global success is built on a sophisticated strategy that goes far beyond simply copying its domestic model.

“Expanding internationally presents unique challenges, from adapting an authentic menu for local tastes to building robust supply chains and implementing new IT systems,” Wei explained. “True globalization requires a world-class operational framework. We are committed to constant innovation and operate by the highest international standards as we continue our growth.”

The international market for Chinese cuisine is booming. According to a forecast by Frost & Sullivan, the overseas Chinese restaurant market is projected to reach $409.8 billion by 2026.

As Fish With You continues its expansion, it is not only introducing a beloved Chinese dish to global audiences but also offering a proven, scalable business opportunity for franchise partners worldwide.