South Korean burger chain Lotteria opening at Jewel on Feb 11

SINGAPORE – South Korean burger chain Lotteria will debut a Singapore-exclusive burger when it opens its first outlet here at Jewel Changi Airport on Feb 11.

The brand’s entry here is the result of a partnership between Singapore-based food and beverage (F&B) and hospitality company Katrina Group and South Korea’s Lotte GRS.

Best-selling items like the Ria’s Bulgogi Burger, Ria’s Shrimp Burger and Mozzarella Burger Tomato Basil will also be available here, alongside popular sides and desserts such as Long Cheese Sticks, Shake Shake Fries and Shake Shake Nuggets. Prices have not yet been announced.

To celebrate the opening of the 60-seater restaurant, diners can enjoy a free upgrade on their combo meals from Feb 11 to 13.

“We believe Lotteria’s unique Korean-style offerings will resonate strongly with Singaporeans and further elevate our F&B portfolio,” said Katrina Group founder and chief executive Alan Goh in a press statement in August.

Established in 1979, Lotteria is known for its Korean-style burgers, seasonal specials and localised offerings. It operates more than 1,600 stores across several countries, including Vietnam, the United States and, most recently, Malaysia.

It will join fast-food chains like A&W, Guzman Y Gomez and KFC, which have outlets at Jewel Changi Airport. The mall is home to more than 120 F&B concepts and gets steady footfall from local and international visitors.

Ms Faith Tan, head of leasing at Jewel Changi Airport Development, told The Straits Times in August that in curating Jewel’s F&B offerings, the team focuses on distinctive experiences and fresh concepts.