Potato Corner, the popular flavored fries brand you might see at mall kiosks, just received two big awards for growing its business both in the Philippines and in other countries. The company, which is owned by Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. (trading as PIZZA on the Philippine Stock Exchange), announced this achievement on April 20, 2026.
What Awards Did They Win?
According to the announcement from Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc., Potato Corner won two awards at the QSR Media Asia Conference & Awards 2026, which was held in Singapore last March:
- Special Recognition Award
- 2026 Multi-Site Restaurant of the Year
These awards were given to recognize how well Potato Corner has been opening new stores both in the Philippines and in other countries around the world.
What is QSR Media Asia?
QSR Media Asia is like a news organization that focuses on fast food restaurants and quick-service chains in Asia. Every year, they hold a big event where restaurant owners, experts, and business leaders meet to talk about what’s happening in the food industry. They also give awards to the best restaurants and brands that are doing something special or innovative.
How Many Stores Does Potato Corner Have?
The numbers show just how fast Potato Corner has been growing:
In the Philippines:
By the end of 2025, Potato Corner had more than 2,100 stores across the country. That means they were opening almost one new store every single day! What’s interesting is that 80% of these stores are franchised, which means regular people can buy the rights to run their own Potato Corner store, creating jobs and business opportunities.
In Other Countries:
Potato Corner also has 470 stores spread across 16 different countries by the end of 2025. You can find Potato Corner in places like Malaysia, Cambodia, Canada, China, Singapore, and many others.
Big Achievements in 2025
The company highlighted several milestones from last year:
- Taiwan Launch: Potato Corner opened its first stores in Taiwan, and they sold about twice as much as they expected to sell
- Myanmar Expansion: They opened new stores in Myanmar even though the market there was difficult
- Laos Entry: The brand entered Laos, where customers gave it a very positive welcome
Success Stories from Master Franchisees
Chayapatra “Pong” Thongcharoen, who runs Potato Corner stores in Thailand and Malaysia, explained why the brand works so well in different countries. He said Potato Corner is flexible and can adapt to different markets while keeping what makes it special. Pong opened the very first Potato Corner in Thailand back in 2016, and by the end of March 2026, Thailand had over 160 stores. He brought the brand to Malaysia in 2023, which now has nearly 30 stores.
How Does Potato Corner Adapt to Different Countries?
One reason for Potato Corner’s success is that it creates special menu items for different countries:
- In Thailand: They introduced Guichai Fries and Red Sausage, which are inspired by local Thai foods
- In Singapore: They offered Mala and Laksa flavored fries to match local tastes
- In the Philippines: They partnered with TikTok star Niana Guerrero in a campaign called “Crave the Fave” to connect with young Filipino customers
About Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc.
Potato Corner is part of the Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. group, which trades on the Philippine Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol PIZZA. The company owns and operates multiple restaurant brands in the Philippines and other Asian countries.
Jose Arnold T. Alvero, who was the outgoing Chief Operating Officer and General Manager of Potato Corner, thanked everyone involved, saying the awards recognize the hard work of their teams and franchise partners across different markets. He said their goal remains to reach more customers in more places around the world.
This information was disclosed to the Philippine Stock Exchange through a letter to the Disclosure Department dated April 20, 2026, submitted by Jenifer Mae San Juan-Tecson, Investor Relations Manager of Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc.
Source Note:This article is based on the company’s official press release and disclosures filed with the Philippine Stock Exchange’s Electronic Disclosure Generation Technology (PSE EDGE) system. For the complete and official version of the announcement, readers may visit the PSE EDGE website and search for the company’s filing directly.
