The Romanian entrepreneurial group Strong MND Corporation, which owns the Spartan, Hercule, Tyranozaur, and Wokfull brands, is accelerating its network expansion in 2026 after ending 2025 with a turnover of over 51.54 million EUR. The company’s strategy aims to consolidate its market position through direct investments in company-owned locations and accelerated franchise expansion.
In 2025, the group’s network served approximately 4.5 million customers. Out of the total turnover, approximately 27.68 million EUR was generated by company-owned locations, and 23.86 million EUR by franchised restaurants. The company was acquired in 2023 from founder Ștefan Mandachi by a group of franchisees led by Remus Cosovanu and Răzvan Nanuș, in a transaction valued at over 20 million EUR, according to Profit.ro.
The group’s main brand, Spartan, currently operates 58 restaurants nationwide (25 company-owned units and 33 franchises) across more than 25 cities, with a team of over 1,000 employees. Recently, Spartan opened a new unit in Shopping City Râmnicu Vâlcea following an investment of around 286 thousand EUR. The project adds to investments made in the first months of 2026, which included the opening of Spartan Sigma in Cluj-Napoca and the modernization of the unit in City Park Mall Constanța. By the end of the year, the Spartan network plans to launch 6 company-owned restaurants and at least 4 new franchises.
In parallel, the Hercule chain will open 5 new restaurants by the end of the year, an investment estimated at around 763 thousand EUR. The long-term strategy aims to develop a network of 100 Hercule units over the next 5 years. At the same time, the QSR concept Tyranozaur, launched in November 2025 with its first location in Suceava (investment of 286 thousand EUR), is preparing an opening in Târgu Mureș in September, followed by projects in advanced discussions for Alba Iulia and Arad.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strong MND Corporation’s turnover for 2025?
Strong MND Corporation achieved a turnover of over 51.54 million EUR in 2025 across its restaurant brands.
Which brands are owned by Strong MND Corporation?
The group owns Spartan, Hercule, Tyranozaur, and Wokfull.
What are the expansion plans for the Tyranozaur brand?
After launching in Suceava in late 2025, Tyranozaur plans to open a location in Târgu Mureș in September 2026, with advanced plans for Alba Iulia and Arad.