Ditto

Franchise Opportunity

Ditto is a dynamic casual dining concept operating within the fast-growing hospitality and premium quick-service restaurant sector. Combining bold South-meets-East Asian flavours with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, Ditto delivers a distinctive food experience that resonates with both locals and visitors.

What began as a humble food trailer in Te Anau has grown into a successful full-service restaurant, earning a loyal following through its vibrant offering, fresh local ingredients, and flavour-driven yet approachable menu. The brand has demonstrated strong performance in regional markets, attracting both tourism and consistent repeat local trade.

Positioned in a market where customers are seeking unique yet accessible dining options, Ditto stands out through its balance of creativity and operational simplicity. The streamlined dine-in and takeaway model is designed for consistency, efficiency, and strong margins—making it highly scalable as a franchise.

With increasing demand for quality-driven casual dining experiences, Ditto presents an opportunity to establish a standout local venue backed by a proven concept, refined systems, and ongoing support.

Founders Profile

Ditto was founded by Ryan and Jo, a husband-and-wife team with extensive international experience across super yachts, fine dining kitchens, and premium hospitality venues throughout Europe and New Zealand. 

Their hands-on industry background has been instrumental in creating a concept that blends standout food with a practical, efficient operating model—designed specifically with franchise success in mind. 

Ryan and Jo remain actively involved in the business, working closely with franchise partners to provide practical guidance, ongoing mentorship, and real-world operational insight. For franchisees, this means direct access to experienced operators who are genuinely invested in helping them build a successful and sustainable business. 

Franchise Partner Profile

• Be hands-on and passionate about delivering great customer experiences
• Enjoy building strong connections within their local community
• Have leadership or people-management skills (hospitality experience beneficial)
• Be committed to quality, consistency, and operational excellence
• Comprehensive initial training across all aspects of operations
• Hands-on onboarding with the founders covering systems, food preparation, and service standards
• Ongoing operational mentoring and refresher training
• Continued menu development and supply chain support

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