Yoshinoya America
RestaurantsCalifornia, United States501-1000 Employees
Yoshinoya America operates quick-service restaurants focused on Japanese-inspired bowls, with a strong emphasis on customizable options built around its Gyudon beef bowl. The brand traces its origins to 1899 in Tokyo and has grown into a global leader in the Japanese quick-service segment, now operating or franchising more than 2,400 locations worldwide, including 101 in Southern California. Yoshinoya America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Yoshinoya Holdings and is based in Torrance, California. Within the restaurant industry, Yoshinoya positions itself as a long-standing player offering fast, customizable bowls to diners seeking consistent taste and efficient service. In October 2024, the company appointed Glenn Lunde as chief executive officer to oversee its U.S. operations and expansion.