Cantina Mariachi

Cantina Mariachi is a chain of franchised casual restaurants with a Mexican-style theme. It belongs to the Comess Group.

Chronology

1993
1999
  • In June, start of international expansion with opening in Lisbon, Portugal
  • As new units are launched, corporate umbrella is formed named Restmon
2002
  • Restmon faces serious financial problems and looks for a buyer.
  • In October, an association of franchisees sues Restmon for disloyal competition and misapplication of co-op marketing funds, among other allegations.
2003
  • In August, the chain was sold to newly formed company Comess, headed by Manuel Robledo and Luis Irisarri.
2004
  • In June, new restaurant decoration unveiled
  • In July, court rules in favor of Comess regarding the October 2002 lawsuit
2005
  • By July, 122 restaurants in total
2006
  • By April, 104 restaurants in Spain and 15 in other countries (total 119)


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