Published on Tuesday, March 25, 2025
By the A.M. Costa Rica staff

Dunkin', the American and internationally recognized coffee and donut chain, has announced a $5 million investment to open new locations across Costa Rica.

The Massachusetts-based company currently operates coffee shops in La Valencia (Heredia), Tres Ríos (Cartago), as well as in the San José cantons of Santa Ana, Escazú, San José, Curridabat and San Pedro.

According to AR Holdings, the franchise owner, the expansion plan includes eight new locations in the San José districts of Sabana, Lindora, and Moravia, in addition to in the provinces of Heredia and Alajuela.

The expansion is expected to generate 100 jobs and contribute to local economic growth, said Miguel Ramírez, director of operations for AR Holdings.

Customers at the new locations will be able to enjoy a variety of donuts, muffins, bagels, and croissants, along with hot coffee, iced coffee, and frozen beverages in flavors such as grape, pineapple, strawberry, vanilla, and cotton candy, the firm said in its statement.

Dunkin', the world’s largest bakery and coffee company, serves over three million customers daily and operates nearly 13,000 locations in 42 countries.

The first Dunkin’ coffee shop in Costa Rica opened in July 2024 in Heredia Province.

Dunkin’ is one of several international food brands investing in Costa Rica. Recently, Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) announced an $8 million investment to expand its presence in the country.

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