Small Business Case Study:Punjabi by Royal Paan

Background

Bringing Authentic Punjabi Cuisine to Western Canada

Punjabi by Royal Paan is a full-service restaurant specializing in Punjabi and regional Indian cuisine, offering dishes from North to South India. As part of a growing Ontario-based franchise with over 100 locations across Canada, the business currently operates two restaurants in Edmonton and is focused on expanding the brand’s presence in Alberta and British Columbia.

Challenge

Financing Growth Outside Traditional Bank Coverage

As the business prepared to scale in Western Canada, the owner needed capital to support marketing, brand awareness, and menu innovation. While the franchise had an established banking partner, financing support was largely limited to Ontario locations.

Applying for a line of credit through a conventional bank proved slow and uncertain with long approval timelines that risked delaying growth opportunities. With expansion plans underway, time was critical.

Solution

Fast, Flexible Financing to Seize Growth Opportunities

Merchant Growth provided a fast financing solution designed to support expansion and marketing initiatives.

Within one day, Punjabi by Royal Paan received an offer and access to funding – avoiding months of waiting with traditional lenders. The business chose speed and flexibility over delays, enabling them to act while opportunities were still available.

Result

Increased Visibility, Seasonal Sales, and Expansion Readiness

With financing in place, Punjabi by Royal Paan:

• Increased marketing activity during the holiday season
  
• Introduced new menu items and promotions
  
• Captured a seasonal spike in customer demand
  
• Began preparing marketing initiatives for major cultural festivals such as Lohri, Kite Festival, and Holi

The business now operates with greater confidence, knowing capital is available to support continued growth in Western Canada.

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