City Grill Group announces a 7 million euros investment in a new production facility dedicated to its ready meals range, located in Buftea, Ilfov County. The majority of the budget is allocated to state-of-the-art technology and sustainable production solutions. The new facility will increase production capacity from 5,000 to over 15,000 portions per day. The investment focuses on automation, operational efficiency, and low-impact environmental solutions.

This expansion comes at a time when the ready-to-eat category is entering a new phase. Beyond convenience, purchasing decisions increasingly reflect a balance between time, quality, and predictability. What was once seen as a compromise is now becoming an integrated part of everyday consumption, both in retail and in proximity locations such as office buildings.

For City Grill Group, the development of the ready meals segment is a natural extension of its restaurant experience into a format suited for daily consumption. The new facility is designed as an industrial-scale professional kitchen, covering the entire production flow—from cooking to portioning, rapid cooling, and sustainable modified-atmosphere packaging. Meals are prepared close to delivery time, without the use of preservatives.

“Our philosophy has remained unchanged since 2004: fresh ingredients, authentic recipes, and flawless execution. This investment allows us to scale that philosophy significantly, without compromising quality. We want the taste of a City Grill dish to be consistent, whether it’s served in a restaurant, purchased in retail, or delivered to an office building,” says Mihaela Boșneag, Operations Director, City Grill Group.

The expansion of the Buftea facility will generate 100 new jobs across production, logistics, and quality control, contributing directly to the local community while strengthening the group’s operational capabilities.