Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) announced today (August 5) that Commune, a leading bar-restaurant chain from the Mainland, has opened its first store in Hong Kong, marking a significant step in its global expansion. The brand will establish its regional headquarters in the city to steer overseas growth. Located at Lee Garden Three in Causeway Bay, the store serves as the group's flagship location in Hong Kong.
     
     Associate Director-General of Investment Promotion Mr Arnold Lau said, "Hong Kong has always been the perfect launchpad for brands to test new ideas, connect with an international audience, and grow across the region. Commune's decision to open its first store here highlights the city's key advantages: a sophisticated consumer market, a vibrant dining scene, and its role as a gateway to Southeast Asia and beyond. We are delighted to support the brand in setting up in Hong Kong and look forward to seeing it flourish throughout the region."
     
     The Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer of Commune, Ms Fan Xiameng, said, "Hong Kong is the first step in Commune's global journey. The city's international clientele, excellent business environment, and robust legal framework provide the ideal foundation for us to build our brand and expand across Southeast Asia. We are deeply committed to Hong Kong, with plans to open additional store locations over the next 12 months."
     
     Commune is an all-day directly-managed bar-restaurant chain that combines craft brewers, curated dishes and spacious social areas to create a relaxed and comfortable gathering setting for customers. Operating in over 100 locations across the Chinese Mainland, Commune has ranked first among bar-restaurant brands in the market by revenue for three consecutive years since 2022.
     
     Throughout the setup process, InvestHK provided end-to-end strategic guidance, including licensing regulation and visa facilitation, location advisory, and industry ecosystem networking, ensuring a seamless launch for the brand's regional expansion out of Hong Kong.
     
     For more information about Commune, please visit www.jiwusiwei.com (Chinese only).

Ends/Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Issued at HKT 16:40

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