Cantina Mariachi

Cantina Mariachi is a chain of franchised casual restaurants with a Mexican-style theme. It belongs to the Comess Group.

Chronology

1993

Berdejo family opens first restaurant in Zaragoza, Spain

1999

In June, start of international expansion with opening in Lisbon, Portugal
As new units are launched, corporate umbrella is formed named Restmon

2002

Restmon faces serious financial problems and looks for a buyer.
In October, an association of franchisees sues Restmon for disloyal competition and misapplication of co-op marketing funds, among other allegations.

2003

In August, the chain was sold to newly formed company Comess, headed by Manuel Robledo and Luis Irisarri.

2004

In June, new restaurant decoration unveiled
In July, court rules in favor of Comess regarding the October 2002 lawsuit

2005

By July, 122 restaurants in total

2006

By April, 104 restaurants in Spain and 15 in other countries (total 119)

External links

Official website

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