Galito’s, one of South Africa’s most successful fast-casual exports, is set to tantalize Sri Lankan taste buds with its signature flame-grilled chicken and fiery flavoured sauces. The franchise agreements were signed between Mr Abdul Azeez Mohamed Hilme, Chairman & Managing Director, Abdul Azeez Brothers Pvt.. Ltd and Louis Germishuys, Galito’s International Limited, Founder & CEO, paving the way for the brand’s official entry into Sri Lanka and Maldives
Started in the small town of Nelspruit, South Africa in 1996, Galito’s quickly rose to prominence as a household name in South Africa, celebrated for its authentic flame-grilled flavour, marinated for hours in freshly prepared peri-peri sauces made from real herbs, garlic, lemon, and African bird’s-eye chillies. Over the years, the brand has expanded rapidly, now serving customers in more than 17 countries outside South Africa including Kenya, Canada, Serbia and Bangladesh with 260 stores. Sri Lanka is the latest destination to join this global footprint, offering food lovers a chance to experience the bold South African flavours.
Two Galito’s outlets are scheduled to open in premium locations in Sri Lanka within the next year, offering customers a vibrant dining experience centred on quality, flavour, and innovation. An outlet in the Maldives is also planned for a later stage, further extending the brand’s reach in the region.
Abdul Azeez Brothers Pvt. Ltd. has a proven track record of introducing international food brands to Sri Lanka, the Maldives, with preparation underway for its entry into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The company successfully brought Singapore’s PastaMania to the region, and developed its own Sri Lankan brand, Island Wraps, which is now being prepared for global expansion.
The introduction of Galito’s reflects Abdul Azeez Brothers’ continued commitment to diversifying dining options and creating new culinary experiences for Sri Lankan customers.
Quote – “We are delighted to bring Galito’s to Sri Lanka. Its flame-grilled chicken and authenticfiery sauces have won hearts across the world, and we are confident that Sri Lankan customers will embrace this exciting new experience. The launch strengthens our vision of introducing diverse global cuisines while also building Sri Lanka’s reputation as a hub for international dining.”
