Costa Rica Opens Its First Dunkin Donuts
Dunkin company will open its first location in Santo Domingo de Heredia, with plans to open seven to ten locations, including Escazú, Sabana, Heredia, Alajuela, Santa Ana and Moravia, in the country during 2024. To celebrate the grand opening, the first 500 customers will receive half a dozen free donuts. The restaurant will also have discounts and special offers during the inauguration, adding a contest announced on digital platforms to win kits containing Dunkin’ cups and other exclusive merchandise for customers who visit the restaurant and post content on their social networks.
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The Heredia location will feature Dunkin’s new “Recharge” store design, which includes modern décor, comfortable seating in a cafeteria-style experience, fun coffee and donut imagery and local amenities to ensure customers feel right at home. AR Holdings, the franchise company that will operate the brand in Costa Rica, has begun hiring staff to fill various positions at each location. Job opportunities offer competitive salaries and benefits.
“We are excited to start the countdown for the arrival of Dunkin’ to our country. This opening not only represents the introduction of a recognized global brand in Costa Rica but also the creation of new employment opportunities that will contribute to local economic development. At AR Holdings, our family continues to grow in Costa Rica as we establish new alliances with leading brands in the global market,” said Miguel Ramírez, COO of AR Holdings.
“We are convinced that this market will be a resounding success, thanks to our shared commitment to quality, innovation and customer service. We are thrilled to offer local consumers the unmistakable taste and hospitality Dunkin’ is known for. Together, we are prepared to deliver a unique experience that will leave its mark on the country,” concluded Ramírez.
Dunkin’ in Costa Rica will offer the brand’s core menu favorites, such as lattes and macchiatos, along with handmade doughnuts like Boston Kreme and glazed, as well as refreshing beverages and classic and local innovations, a variety of sandwiches, croissants, and other baked goods.
Customers will be able to make purchases at the store counter or through digital kiosks for faster ordering. Many Dunkin’ stores will also offer drive-thru windows for ordering without getting out of the car. Heredia is the first stop on Dunkin’s expansion journey through Costa Rica. The brand plans to open additional restaurants throughout the rest of the year in locations such as downtown San Jose, Santa Ana, Avenida Escazu, Curridabat, Tres Rios, and San Pedro.
For more than 70 years, Dunkin’ has been a leading global brand in coffee and baked goods, standing out as one of the largest franchise companies in the world. In Latin America, the brand currently operates nearly 600 restaurants in countries such as Aruba, Bahamas, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico and Peru.
