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Chinese Chains Surge in U.S. Amid Economic Strain

12/1/2025

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Story summary
  • Chinese food and beverage chains are expanding into the United States amid a challenging Chinese economy and strained U.S.–China relations.
  • Heytea has opened 36 locations since 2023 in major cities, including New York and Los Angeles.
  • Luckin Coffee has established multiple outlets in Manhattan.
  • Wallace, a major fast-food chain, opened its first U.S. store in California.