Tim Hortons opened its first restaurant in Shanghai, China. Credit: CNW Group / Tim Hortons.

Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons has opened its first restaurant in Shanghai, marking its entry into China and its worldwide expansion.

Located at People’s Square in central Shanghai, the first restaurant is part of the exclusive master franchise joint agreement with the Cartesian Capital Group signed last year.

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The restaurant is one of the company’s 1,500 locations planned to open across the country over the next ten years.

Tim Hortons president Alex Macedo said: “We’re excited to bring the iconic Tim Hortons brand and a piece of Canada around the globe.

“China is an attractive growth market and we can’t wait for guests to try our classic favourites and some new offerings crafted specifically to the Chinese market.”

Tim Hortons will offer a range of beverages, including Double Double coffee, Iced Capp in Maple and Hazelnut flavours, as well as Steeped Black Lemon Peach Oolong and Blueberry Roselle teas. It will also offer Macha / Hazelnut lattes and Maple Macchiato.

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“China is an attractive growth market and we can’t wait for guests to try our classic favourites and some new offerings crafted specifically to the Chinese market.”

The Shanghai restaurant will offer various food items such as Salted Egg Yolk Timbits, Basil Chicken, as well as Coldwater Shrimp and Montreal Style Beef sandwiches.

Established in 1964, Tim Hortons offers a range of menu items such as premium coffee and hot and cold drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos / espresso shots, speciality teas and fruit smoothies.

It also offers baked food, grilled Paninis and classic sandwiches, wraps, soups, and prepared foods.

The restaurant chain currently operates more than 4,800 restaurants across the US, Canada, and globally.