Goli Vada Pav

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Goli Vada Pav is an Indian fast food restaurant chain that specializes in vada pav, a popular street food from the state of Maharashtra. The chain was founded in 2004 by Venkatesh Iyer and Shivadas Menon. Goli Vada Pav has grown significantly since its inception and now has numerous outlets across India.

History

Goli Vada Pav was established in 2004 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The founders, Venkatesh Iyer and Shivadas Menon, aimed to standardize the vada pav, a traditional Maharashtrian snack, and make it available across the country. The chain quickly gained popularity due to its consistent quality and hygienic preparation methods.

Menu

The primary offering of Goli Vada Pav is the vada pav, which consists of a spicy potato filling (vada) sandwiched between a bread roll (pav). The chain offers various versions of the vada pav, including:

• Classic Vada Pav
• Cheese Vada Pav
• Schezwan Vada Pav
• Paneer Vada Pav

In addition to vada pav, the menu also includes other Indian snacks such as:

• Samosa
• Pakora
• Bhaji

Expansion

Since its founding, Goli Vada Pav has expanded rapidly. The chain now operates over 300 outlets across multiple states in India, including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Delhi. The company has also explored international markets and plans to open outlets in countries with significant Indian diaspora populations.

Business Model

Goli Vada Pav operates on a franchise model, allowing entrepreneurs to open and manage their own outlets under the Goli Vada Pav brand. The company provides support in terms of training, supply chain management, and marketing to ensure consistency across all outlets.

Awards and Recognition

Goli Vada Pav has received several awards for its innovative business model and contribution to the Indian fast food industry. These include:

• Franchisee of the Year
• Best Quick Service Restaurant

See Also

• Vada Pav
• Indian Cuisine
• Street Food of Mumbai
• Fast Food Chains in India