Thailand Restaurant Consulting

YCP excels in restaurant consulting in Thailand, helping clients navigate the competitive culinary market with decades of expertise. Through personalized, hands-on support, YCP offers a global outlook that enriches local businesses, ensuring innovative growth and excellence within Thailand's dynamic dining industry.

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With Thailand’s out-of-home dining segment recovering at a rapid pace, revenue in 2024 reached

USD 14.2 billion*

showcasing robust market potential for new restaurant entrants aiming for lasting success.

Source: Statista, 2024

YCP Restaurant Experts in Thailand

The restaurant industry in Thailand is thriving, bolstered by the nation's economic growth and cultural allure. As culinary tourism rises and urban dining scenes expand, the sector stands as a key element of Thailand's vibrant food and beverage ecosystem.

In this dynamic marketplace, YCP stands as a leader in Thailand restaurant consulting, leveraging its extensive global network and profound market insights to guide clients through complex market entry and growth strategies. Our expertise in restaurant consulting helps overcome structural obstacles, providing tailored solutions to thrive in Thailand's burgeoning restaurant scene.

YCP's reputation as a reliable consulting partner in Thailand's restaurant industry speaks to our commitment to excellence and client success. With a strategic approach honed by industry expertise, YCP equips businesses with the insights needed to excel in this competitive market.

Unlocking Potential: Your Path to Excellence with Thailand's Restaurant Professionals

Thailand's vibrant restaurant scene is evolving, with a growing demand for innovative dining experiences. YCP is poised to help businesses thrive.

In Thailand, competition is fierce among restaurants. YCP's advisory services enable clients to differentiate and capture the market effectively.

Understanding consumer behavior is key in Thailand's restaurant industry. YCP provides insights and strategies to meet evolving consumer expectations.

Our Services

Marketing & Sales

Elevate your Thailand restaurant's sales with YCP's bespoke marketing strategies.

Branding & Brand Management
Product & Portfolio Management
Pricing
Digital Marketing
E-commerce
Customer Experience
Sales Channel Strategy
Digital Sales

Operations

Elevate your Thailand restaurant's operations with YCP's expert consulting services.

Project Management Office (PMO)
Growth Strategy Implementation
Operation Transformation
Manufacturing
Organization Design

Supply Chain Management

Elevate your Thailand-based restaurant's supply chain to peak efficiency with YCP.

Supply Chain
Digital Supply Chain
Procurement
Logistics

M&A, Transactions, and PMI

Elevate your M&A, Transactions, and PMI processes in Thailand's bustling restaurant sector.

M&A Strategy
Divesstiture/Curb-out Strategy
M&A Target Scouting
Buyer/Investor Search
Commercial Due Diligence
M&A Execution (Buy-side & Sell-side Financial Advisory)
Valuation
Post-Merger Integration (PMI)
Value Creation
IPO PMO
Joint Venture
Corporate Venture Capital

Strategy

Elevate your restaurant in Thailand with YCP's bespoke strategy consulting services.

Business Strategy
Corporate Finance
Growth Opportunity Identification
New Business Development
Organization Strategy
Enterprise Risk Management
Asset/Project Risk Management
Digital Strategy
Strategic Partnership & Channel Strategy

Digital Transformation

Elevate your Thai restaurant with our cutting-edge digital transformation services.

DX Vision
Digital Roadmap
CIO/CDO Support
System Architecture Design
DX PMO
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Big Data Analysis
IT Organization Design & Restructuring
IT Portfolio Management
Off-shore Development Centre Set-up

Public Services

Elevate your Thai restaurant's performance & profitability with expert consulting.

Economic Development
Public Policy Development
E-Governance

Sustainability

Elevate your restaurant's sustainability in Thailand with YCP's expert guidance.

Sustainability Strategy & Implementation
Double Materiality
Decarbonization & Net-Zero Strategy
Climate Change Risks and Opportunities
Sustainability Due Diligence
Supply Chain Assessment
ESG Reporting
Investor Relations & Fundraising
Organization & Governance Design

Market Research

Elevate your Thai restaurant with our expert market research insights.

Market Landscape
Market Size
Industry Structure and Trend
Competitive Benchmark
Business Partner Search & Screening
B2B/B2C Customer Survey
Consumer Research

Navigating Restaurant Sector in Thailand

Limited Access to Business Funding in Restaurant Sector

Obtaining financial support remains a challenge, given that 40% of restaurant entrepreneurs in Thailand find interest rates burdensome, hindering growth and innovation.
Securing investment is vital, by aligning operations towards local demand. Profitable models can save up to 30% by streamlining supply and energy efficiency.

Labor Shortage and Skilled Workforce Gap

There is a skilled labor deficit with 35% of Thai restaurant owners facing staff shortages that disrupt service quality and profitability.
Deploying motivational training and benefits can curb high turnover, boosting employee retention by 20%, crucial in developing skilled workforce assets.

Boom in Digital Transformation in Restaurant Experiences

60% of patrons prefer tech-enhanced dining, opening growth avenues in digital innovations like online ordering and payments for Thailand’s restaurateurs.
Adapting to these shifts can increase customer engagement levels by 25%, optimizing operational efficiency and paving way for non-conventional revenue streams.

Gastronomic Tourism Promotes Market Entry

Thai cuisine's unique allure, marked by a 50% increase in food tourism, fosters growth in the restaurant domain, expanding consumer bases.
Capitalizing on gastronomic interest may elevate local customer clientele by 35%, providing collaborative partnerships in food festivals and culinary events.

Our Clients

We have worked with more than 2000 companies throughout various industries.

What Our Clients Say About Us

"During the course of 2009 and 2010, YCP carried out extensive research on roofing materials market for Monier (previously Lafarge Roofing) in Asia. The experience and expertise of YCP in building materials markets in Asia and the strong analytical skills of their consultants resulted in high-quality output for their various assignments, driven by in-depth field investigations. The findings and recommendations provided by YCP have proved extremely valuable for Monier to identify and assess growth opportunities in the region, and to support Monier’s strategic approach and planning in the region. I am therefore happy to recommend YCP as a valuable partner to any company interested in their research and consulting capabilities."

Managing Director Thailand and Indonesia

Monier Roofing (Previously Lafarge)

"YCP's deep understanding of the Myanmar F&B sector helped us to better understand where the sources of growth will come from, enabling us to focus on the right product categories and craft strategies to win in Myanmar. We appreciated YCP’s team strength and the support provided by their management team in this emerging market. "

Managing Director

Nestle Myanmar

Results Through Expertise: Case Studies

Learn how we help clients build and implement strategies
that drive sustainable growth in today’s complex business landscape.

High-Level Market Assessment for Cheese Products in Indonesia

Client

A food and beverage company operating across Southeast Asia

Area

Southeast Asia

Expertise Scope

Market Assessment, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Stakeholder Interviews

Project Summary

The project was structured into three deliverable phases, beginning with a comprehensive market assessment, followed by competitive landscape analysis and insights synthesis. This included conducting interviews with key stakeholders, such as cheese importers, to gather qualitative data. The team focused on identifying market size, market trends, and competitor strategies to provide actionable insights for market entry and expansion.

Acquisition Evaluation and Market Analysis for Food Service Chain

Client

A large Japanese food service chain operator

Area

Singapore, Hong Kong

Expertise Scope

Valuation and Financial Modeling, Market Expansion Analysis

Project Summary

We assisted a Japanese food service chain in evaluating the acquisition of a donburi-style chain in Singapore and Hong Kong. Over three months, we conducted a valuation of current outlets, developed DCF and LBO analyses, and assessed new market opportunities. Our work provided the client with the data needed for a go/no-go decision, successfully evaluating both current business and expansion potential.

YCP in Media

Our Group CEO Yuki Ishida and Managing Partner Karambir Anand shared insights at the ASEAN–Japan Young Business Leaders’ Summit.

At the Asian Power Summit 2025, our Director Harika G. led a session on Asia’s evolving energy mix.

Singapore Business Review featured Karambir Anand on Singapore’s expanding solar capacity and energy challenges.

Publications

Digital Health Innovation and Telemedicine 2.0

Digital Health Transformation and Telemedicine 2.0 in Thailand

Thailand’s healthcare system is highly advanced, supported by strong public funding and a growing private sector. Digital health adoption (such as telemedicine, EHRs, and mobile health) is improving efficiency, access, and continuity of care, positioning the sector for sustained growth and innovation.

Electric Vehicle Development and Deployment in Thailand: Moving Towards an Acceleration of EV Adoption

Thailand aims to become an ASEAN EV hub, supported by policy targets and early sales growth. While HEVs and PHEVs still dominate, BEV adoption is rising alongside charging infrastructure expansion. Progress will depend on lowering ownership costs, scaling nationwide charging, and ecosystem collaboration.

The Future of Smart Hospitals in Thailand

Thailand’s hospitals face mounting pressure from aging demographics, rising costs, and workforce constraints. Digital transformation is enabling the shift toward smart hospitals that integrate technology, processes, and people. Stronger interoperability and public–private collaboration will be key to scaling patient-centric care.

What You Need to Know Before Investing in Thailand

Past Experience:

KPMG Thailand

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