On May 12, a new museum opened on the left bank of Kyiv (near Lake Sonyachne). 127th restaurant network in Ukraine. This is only the second facility in the country, designed in a new ecological format.
What makes it special?
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Environmentally friendly materials: The interior uses recycled plastic, textiles, wood, and even coffee waste.
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Circular approach: The furniture is assembled on mechanical fasteners without glue, which allows it to be easily dismantled for repair or rework.
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Design: The hall is decorated in a “sunny” style with decorative lighting and sliding doors for better inclusivity.
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Autonomy: The establishment is equipped generator, so it works even during power outages.
Operating mode and safety
The restaurant is adapted to the realities of wartime:
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Hall: 06: 00 - 23: 00.
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McDrive: 05: 00 - 23: 00.
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Delivery: 07: 00 - 23: 00.
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Bezpeka: During an air raid, the establishment closes and visitors must take shelter.
State of the restaurant market in Ukraine
While McDonald's is investing and creating jobs (about 100 new vacancies at this establishment), the market in general is going through difficult times:
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Wave of closures: In Kyiv, work was stopped for about 13–14% of institutions.
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Who is under attack: 75% of closed outlets are small businesses (coffee shops, bakeries, shawarma). Large chains have proven to be more resilient.
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Causes of the crisis:
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High costs for electricity and generators.
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Decrease in purchasing power (people save on take-away coffee).
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Mobilization and population outflow.
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Dismantling of MAFs.
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Visnovok: The opening of this format by McDonald's is a powerful signal to the market. The international giant demonstrates faith in the Ukrainian economy, combining modern eco-standards with the strict requirements of martial law.
