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6 hours ago
- Business
- Arabian Business
Korean BBQ chain CupBop opens first UAE restaurant
Korean BBQ chain CupBop will open its first UAE location at Ibn Battuta Mall on July 3, with a celebration event scheduled for July 9. The restaurant, operating under RMAL Hospitality, will serve Korean street food from its location in Tunisia Court's food court on the ground floor. The brand plans to offer free cups to the first 100 customers during the July 9 th celebration. CupBop opens first UAE branch at Dubai's Ibn Battuta Mall CupBop launched in the United States in 2013 when founder Junghun Song started the business with four recipes and a food truck. Dok Kwon later joined the venture, and the company expanded after appearing on Shark Tank. The chain now operates 64 stores in America and 160 locations worldwide. The celebration event will feature activities for children, Spin to Win games, and appearances by the brand's mascot Hoya, described as a tiger wearing sunglasses. Visitors can win prizes including mandoos (dumplings), k-dawgs, and wings. The menu centres on signature bowls served with sauces ranging from mild (#1) to hot (#10), with the secret sauce rated at #7.5. The B-BOP features Bulgogi beef, while the KKO KKO BOP contains BBQ chicken. The ROCK BOP offers fried chicken, and the KRUNCH BOP includes chicken katsu. Vegetarian options include the VEGGIE BOP and DOOCHI BOP with tofu and Korean vegetables. Side dishes include kimchi and K-DAWG corn dogs stuffed with cheese. The restaurant will serve Korean sodas and Binggrae fish-shaped ice cream. 'Cupbop is one of the most exciting and disruptive concepts we've brought to the region. It's fast, fun, and full of flavour, and that's exactly what today's diners are craving. From the very first bite, it delivers on taste, energy, and experience, and we're thrilled to introduce this bold brand to the UAE, starting with our Ibn Battuta Mall store. With the JBR store also on the horizon, this is an exciting time for foodies seeking something different,' Elias Madbak, CEO of RMAL Hospitality said. The company plans to open a JBR location later this year. Delivery services will begin on July 13. The restaurant will operate from 10AM to 10PM daily. Event details
Web Release
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Web Release
CupBop Launches its first Ibn Battuta Mall Store Launch with Free Mandos for the First 100 Guests
Get ready, Dubai, as the fiery, fun, and fuss-free Korean flavours of CupBop are finally landing in the UAE. Firing up its first branch at Ibn Battuta Mall under RMAL Hospitality, the cult-favourite Korean BBQ in a cup is ready to bring the heat, shake up your lunch plans, and refuel hungry shoppers. To celebrate the opening, on July 9th, food lovers can expect free cups for the first lucky 100 guests, exciting activities for kids, Spin to Win games, a chance to snap a pic with CupBop's loveable mascot Hoya, crave-worthy giveaways, exciting freebies, family fun, and a whole lot of personality. CupBop has already established itself as a full-blown flavour sensation, launched in the US by Junghun Song in 2013 with four recipes, a food truck, and a dream. Soon joined by Dok Kwon, the 'crazy food truck guys' went on to win over the hearts of hungry crowds across the states and even the judges of Shark Tank. Now with 64 stores in America and 160 worldwide, their famous K-BBQ in a cup is ready to spice things up in the UAE, with the opening in Ibn Battuta Mall scheduled for July and plenty more lively locations on the horizon. Set in Ibn Battuta Mall's bustling ground floor food court, located within Tunisia Court, CupBop will serve Korean street food like you've never had it before, super tasty, refreshingly different, and served lightning fast. To celebrate the official opening, the first 100 customers on July 9th will get their hands on some of the brand's favourite creations for free. During the launch event, everyone who visits the store will also be eligible to spin and win prizes like free mandoos, which are delicious, crispy golden dumplings, the brand's famous k-dawgs, succulent wings, and much more. Guests can also expect fun activities for little ones and a special appearance by Hoya the mascot, a sunglasses-wearing tiger. As for the menu, CupBop keeps things simple yet seriously delicious, served with your choice of signature sauces, ranging from sweet and mild (#1) to fiery hot (#10), with the fan-favourite secret sauce landing at a spicy #7.5. The signature bowls are the real stars of the show, featuring tender Bulgogi Beef in the B-BOP, juicy BBQ chicken in the KKO KKO BOP, and the tangy fried chicken in ROCK BOP. For a crunchier bite, the KRUNCH BOP brings golden chicken katsu to the mix, while vegetarians can dig into the VEGGIE BOP or DOOCHI BOP, packed with crispy tofu and Korean-style vegetables. Round out your meal with a side of classic kimchi or level up with the K-DAWG, a crispy, cheese-stuffed corn dog. To wash it all down, grab a chilled Korean soda or cool down with Binggrae's famous fish-shaped ice cream for the perfect finish. Elias Madbak, CEO of RMAL Hospitality, commented on the new store opening, stating, 'Cupbop is one of the most exciting and disruptive concepts we've brought to the region. It's fast, fun, and full of flavour, and that's exactly what today's diners are craving. From the very first bite, it delivers on taste, energy, and experience, and we're thrilled to introduce this bold brand to the UAE, starting with our Ibn Battuta Mall store. With the JBR store also on the horizon, this is an exciting time for foodies seeking something different.' The arrival of the Ibn Battuta Mall branch is just a flavour-packed teaser of what's to come, giving UAE foodies a first look before CupBop's flagship JBR location opens later this year. Even better, delivery is dropping on July 13th, so soon you can skip the queue and have all your favourite bowls, k-dawgs, mandoos, and more delivered straight to your door. Your next lunchtime fix or late-night Korean BBQ craving is sorted, as the K-revolution is soon to be just a tap away. Ready to taste what the hype is all about? Swing by CupBop's first UAE branch to grab bold Korean flavours, fun freebies, and a side of good vibes. Catch the flavour while it's hot – CupBop's UAE journey is only getting started. When: Official opening on July 3rd, opening celebration on July 9th Opening Hours: From 10AM to 10PM Where: Ibn Battuta Mall, Tunisia Court, Food Court Offer: Free cups for the first 100 guests on July 9 th Opening celebration on July 9th with Spin to Win, kids' activities, and a visit from Hoya For more information on Cupbop, visit
