Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI) operates as a quick-service restaurant company that owns, operates, and franchises a portfolio of globally recognized brands, including Tim Hortons, Burger King, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, and Firehouse Subs; it provides restaurant management services, equipment supply, and digital platforms for ordering and loyalty programs across these brands. The company offers core products such as burgers, coffee and baked goods, chicken-based meals, and subs, targeting consumers through drive-thru, delivery, and dine-in channels worldwide. Founded in 2014 through the merger of Tim Hortons and Burger King Worldwide, RBI is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with primary operations in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Latin America.
RBI's business segments encompass franchised and company-owned restaurants, with a focus on value meals, plant-based options, and technology-driven customer experiences like mobile apps and AI-optimized menus. It serves individual consumers, families, and institutional clients via extensive franchise networks exceeding 30,000 locations in over 100 countries. The company maintains subsidiaries under each brand and pursues growth through master franchise agreements in emerging markets.
In recent developments, RBI expanded its portfolio in 2024 by acquiring Popeyes China operations to strengthen its position in Asia; it also announced a strategic partnership with Uber Eats for enhanced delivery integration across brands in 2025. The company completed a major funding round via debt refinancing in late 2024 to support digital transformation initiatives, including new AI-powered kitchen automation launches at select Burger King locations. Additionally, RBI underwent a leadership reorganization in early 2025, appointing a new chief technology officer to oversee global expansion into plant-based and premium menu categories.