Pret A Manger Fresh Food and Coffee

Pret A Manger, commonly known as Pret, is a global sandwich and coffee shop chain founded in London in 1983. The brand gained immense popularity for its 'natural' food positioning, preparing fresh sandwiches and salads daily in on-site kitchens rather than using centralized factories. While the concept was born in the UK, it has since expanded extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia.

The ownership of Pret A Manger has evolved significantly over the decades. In 2018, the company was acquired by JAB Holding Company, a Luxembourg-based investment firm. JAB remains the ultimate owner as of 2026, overseeing the brand's global strategy and digital transformation. Manufacturing of the ingredients and sourcing occurs in multiple countries depending on the local market's supply chain, though the final product assembly remains a hallmark of their local shop-based kitchen model.