A&W Food Services of Canada announced a major expansion of Pret A Manger’s Canadian presence, beginning with the opening of the brand’s first Canadian airport location at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The international terminal site is expected to bring Pret’s freshly made food, organic coffee and grab-and-go convenience to travelers, with additional airport locations planned across Canada through the second half of 2026.
The expansion follows the successful launch of Pret’s second Canadian shop in downtown Toronto and forms part of a broader growth strategy focused on airports, transit hubs and urban markets. In total, four new Pret airport locations are currently planned for 2026, extending the brand’s reach to millions of domestic and international passengers.
For travelers, the rollout provides greater access to fresh, convenient food and beverage options while on the move. The expansion reflects growing demand for premium grab-and-go offerings in transportation hubs and highlights Pret’s long-term commitment to growing its presence across Canada.
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What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Airport Grab-and-go
- Premium ready-to-eat food concepts in terminals are reshaping traveler expectations around speed, freshness and brand familiarity.
- Transit-hub Retail
- High-traffic mobility locations create new potential for foodservice brands to scale beyond traditional street-front and mall formats.
- Fresh Convenience Dining
- Demand for organic coffee, prepared meals and portable snacks signals a shift from basic convenience toward elevated on-the-move dining experiences.
Sectors Adopting This
- Quick-service Restaurants
- Established restaurant operators are using franchised and partnership-led models to bring recognizable global food brands into captive travel environments.
- Airport Retail
- Terminal concessions are becoming more diversified as airports pursue premium food and beverage tenants that improve passenger experience and dwell-time spending.
- Travel Hospitality
- Passenger-focused hospitality services are expanding around convenience, quality and consistency as transportation hubs compete to offer more curated amenities.
