10 July 2026 Hercule, the taverna restaurant developed by Strong MND Group, plans to open five units in the country this year, while investing approximately RON 4 million (EUR 761,904) in the new locations. The expansion is part of the company's long-term strategy to build a network of 100 Hercule restaurants over the next five years, through a combination of company-owned locations and franchise-operated units. The Hercule network currently comprises three restaurants in Romania, located in Bacău, Huși, and Vaslui. One restaurant is company-owned, while the other two operate under franchise agreements. "We see significant growth potential for Romania's franchise market, particularly in niche restaurant concepts, where consumers are increasingly looking for authentic dining experiences and