Dream International B.V.

What Dream International B.V. does

Dream International B.V. (d.ream, legally Nahita Restoran İşletmeciliği ve Yatırım A.Ş.) is a privately held multi-brand restaurant platform and wholly-owned subsidiary of Doğuş Holding A.Ş., one of Turkey's largest conglomerates. Founded in March 2012 to bring corporate management standards to Turkey's fragmented food and beverage sector, d.ream operates a portfolio of 49 distinct restaurant brands spanning fine dining (Nusr-Et, Zuma, 29, Oblix, Coya, Rüya), casual and mid-range dining (Günaydın, Mezzaluna, Saltbae, Kiva, Borsa), specialty concepts (DD Scoop, Cafe di Dolce, Seoul Kitchen), event venues (Adile Sultan Sarayı, Çubuklu 29), and catering services (Dream Catering) across 190+ locations in 20 countries and 41 cities, supported by 8,500 employees and 10 wholly-owned operating subsidiaries. The company generates revenue primarily through direct-to-consumer restaurant transactions, with pricing ranging from premium (fine dining) to mid-range (casual) per transaction, and additionally serves corporate and event clients through its catering division.

The company's technology footprint is web-based digital platforms for brand promotion, reservation systems, and customer engagement, with a proprietary multi-brand restaurant portfolio management platform providing centralized operational infrastructure. Strategic international growth has been executed through a combination of internal concept creation (15+ unique new concepts) and high-profile partnerships with globally recognized culinary groups and brands, including Grupo Paraguas for Madrid operations (El Paraguas, Ten Con Ten, The Library, Áurea, Ultramarinos Quintin), Azumi Restaurant Group for Oblix at The Shard in London, celebrity chef Cyril Lignac for Bar des Prés in Mayfair, LVMH-owned Cova for Turkish pastry operations, and ICD Brookfield for the 1920 rooftop concept in Dubai. The company does not currently operate any franchise model, retaining direct ownership and operation of its restaurant locations, and has no disclosed external revenue, venture funding rounds beyond the 2018 institutional placement, or public listing.

Name

Dream International B.V.

Legal name

Nahita Restoran İşletmeciliği ve Yatırım A.Ş.

Website

https://d-ream.com.tr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Dream International B.V. (d.ream) is a privately held, Doğuş Group–backed multi-brand restaurant platform operating 49 brands and 190+ locations across 20 countries, serving premium, casual, and event clients through directly operated fine dining, casual dining, and specialty concepts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Multi-Brand Restaurant Operations

NAICS

Full-Service Restaurants (722511), Restaurants and Other Eating Places (7225), Caterers (72232)

SIC

Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810), Retail-Eating Places (5812)

akta.pro primary industry

Catering Coordination & Bar Service Management (Non-restaurant) (HSACAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

F&B Experiences & Group Dining (Restaurant Buyouts, Tastings, Catering Coordination) (THAHADAI)

Keywords

• Fine dining restaurants
• Multi-brand restaurant group
• Hospitality management services
• Restaurant franchise operations
• Event catering services

Headquarters

HQ city

Sariyer

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Restaurant Dining Revenue: d.ream generates revenue through direct restaurant operations at over 190 locations across 20 countries. Revenue is derived from customer dining transactions across a portfolio of 49 brands spanning multiple cuisine types and price points, from fine dining (Nusr-Et, Zuma, 29) to casual dining (Günaydın, Saltbae, Mezzaluna) and specialty concepts (DD Scoop, Cafe di Dolce).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

d.ream operates and manages a portfolio of 49 distinct restaurant, café, and event venue brands across 190+ locations in 20 countries, serving individual diners and corporate clients through directly-owned fine dining, casual dining, and specialty food concepts. The company generates revenue primarily from in-restaurant dining transactions and additionally offers bespoke catering and event management services under the Dream Catering brand.

Product overview

D-ream (Doğuş Restaurant Entertainment and Management) is a hospitality and restaurant group operating a portfolio of 49 distinct restaurant brands and dining concepts across Turkey and internationally. The company operates as a multi-brand restaurant platform encompassing fine dining, casual dining, event venues, catering services, cafés, and specialty food shops. The portfolio includes international Japanese concepts (Zuma, Roka, Oblix, INKO NITO), Turkish cuisine establishments (Kiva, Borsa, Rüya, BİZ İstanbul), Italian restaurants (Mezzaluna, Da Mario, Gattopardo, Gina, Numa Pompilio), steakhouse brands (Nusr-Et, Günaydın, Saltbae), event venues (Adile Sultan Sarayı, Çubuklu 29), and various international concepts spanning Peruvian (Coya), Spanish (El Paraguas, Ten Con Ten), Korean (Kojaki, Seoul Kitchen), and other global cuisines. The company operates across 20 countries with locations in 41 cities and over 190 outlets, offering services from fine dining experiences to event catering and ice cream shops.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 1920: Fine dining restaurant located on the 52nd floor of ICD Brookfield in Dubai, offering creative cocktails and vintage champagnes with panoramic city views.
• 29
• Nusr-Et
• Zuma
• Günaydın
• Mezzaluna
• Roka
• Coya
• Oblix
• Kojaki
• Inko Nito
• Bar des Prés
• Gattopardo
• El Paraguas
• Ten Con Ten
• The Library
• Ultramarinos Quintin
• Aurea
• Amazonico
• Aarde
• Numa Pompilio
• Cova
• Papaioannou
• Frankie
• Rüya
• Lacivert
• Borsa
• Adile Sultan Sarayı
• Kiva
• Kebapçı Etiler
• Da Mario
• Sait
• Fenix
• Masa
• Monochrome
• Parlé
• The Populist
• Gina
• Liman Istanbul
• Çubuklu 29
• Biz Istanbul
• Seoul Kitchen
• Saltbae
• Cafe di Dolce
• DD Scoop
• Dream Catering

Products and services

• 1920 An upscale rooftop bar and lounge located on the 52nd floor of ICD Brookfield Tower in Dubai, offering panoramic city views, creative cocktails, and vintage champagnes in an elegant atmosphere blending past grandeur with modern sophistication. Targeted at premium consumers seeking exclusive nightlife and dining experiences.
• 29 An acclaimed fine dining establishment in Istanbul offering world cuisines harmonized with Turkish flavors against a Bosphorus view. Recognized by Michelin Guide and awarded Gault & Millau Gourmand Table for Modern Cuisine. Targeted at premium diners, special occasions, and culinary enthusiasts.
• AARDE A plant-based and African-inspired cuisine restaurant in Madrid featuring bold flavors with fresh, premium ingredients. Notable dishes include chingulugulu lasagna, wild blueberry steak tartare, and aloe vera ceviche. Targeted at culinary adventurers and health-conscious diners.
• Amazónico A rainforest-themed restaurant offering cuisine inspired by tropical, Asian, and Mediterranean fare with Brazilian gastronomy influences. Features exotic dishes and impressive decor recreating an Amazonian atmosphere. Targeted at premium diners seeking immersive dining experiences.
• Fenix A tropical-themed restaurant in Bodrum featuring modern Asian and South American fusion cuisine, distinctive DJ performances, and signature cocktails in a spectacular bar setting. Targeted at luxury resort diners, tourists, and nightlife-seeking consumers.
• Frankie A Mediterranean-Asian fusion restaurant using local ingredients and Mediterranean products with Asian techniques. Features a MediterrAsian menu, stunning Bosphorus views, and organic disco music concept across four seasons. Targeted at premium diners and lifestyle consumers.
• Gattopardo An Italian restaurant in London blending Italian heritage with London lifestyle, embracing the 'La Dolce Vita' motto for a sophisticated dining experience. Targeted at affluent diners and Italian cuisine enthusiasts.
• Günaydın A leading meat expertise brand serving the highest quality and fresh meat under various concepts including steakhouse, kebab, meatball & döner, and burger house formats. Targeted at meat enthusiasts across multiple price points and dining occasions.
• Cova Milan's iconic pastry shop and café since 1817, now part of LVMH. Known for Italian craftsmanship, exceptional service, and high-quality products. Operated by d.ream in Istanbul under license. Targeted at pastry and café enthusiasts seeking authentic Italian café experiences.
• Coya A modern Peruvian cuisine restaurant reflecting Latin American spirit through ambiance, food, and music. Offers an exclusive gastronomic experience with restaurant, bar, and lounge areas. Targeted at premium diners and Latin American cuisine enthusiasts.
• Lacivert A seafood restaurant on the Bosphorus awarded by Gault & Millau Istanbul in the Seafood category. Offers special flavors from deep sea, Mediterranean, and nature's unique ingredients with distinct day and night Bosphorus views. Targeted at seafood enthusiasts and premium diners.
• Mezzaluna One of Istanbul's first Italian restaurants since 1995, presenting Italian delicacies with an 'accessible quality' vision. Combines unique tastes from different regions of Italy with special presentations across 8 locations. Targeted at Italian cuisine enthusiasts and family diners seeking accessible quality Italian food.
• Nusr-Et A renowned steakhouse delivering unparalleled dining experience with premium-quality cuts, special cooking techniques, and creative presentations. A go-to destination for meat enthusiasts worldwide. Targeted at premium meat lovers and celebrity chef experience seekers.
• Oblix A sophisticated restaurant on the 32nd floor of The Shard in London, offering seasonal dishes with stunning skyline views. Features 100-seat restaurant, 100-cover lounge bar, and weekly live music performances. Targeted at premium diners, tourists, and special occasion celebrants.
• Roka A contemporary Japanese robatayaki restaurant where food and drinks are shared around the grill. Originating from Japanese fishermen traditions, featuring terrace with Bosphorus views. Targeted at premium diners and Japanese cuisine enthusiasts.
• Rüya An Anatolian cuisine restaurant at Çırağan Palace Kempinski, meaning 'dream' in Turkish. Fuses vibrant restaurant, lounge, and bar experience while exploring Anatolia's rich culinary history. Targeted at luxury hotel guests, premium diners, and Turkish cuisine enthusiasts.
• Saltbae A unique burger and steakhouse destination featuring signature burgers with handcrafted bread, delightful snacks, and refreshing beverages. Combines carefully selected ingredients with expertly applied cooking techniques. Targeted at casual diners and burger enthusiasts.
• Papaioannou A family-owned Greek seafood restaurant established in early 1990s in Mikrolimano, Piraeus. Expanded to Kifissia, Piraeus, and Vouliagmeni while maintaining simplicity and excellence. Targeted at seafood enthusiasts and Greek cuisine diners.
• DD Scoop A premium ice cream shop offering homemade ice creams made with the finest ingredients, featuring sorbets with fresh fruits and homemade pastry selections across multiple locations. Targeted at dessert lovers and family diners.
• Dream Catering A catering service offering unforgettable gastronomic experiences in iconic destinations, providing unique event organization, personalized experiences, and creative catering solutions under Doğuş Hospitality & Retail assurance. Targeted at corporate event organizers, wedding planners, and private clients.
• Adile Sultan Sarayı A prestigious event venue and palace on the Bosphorus in Istanbul, hosting weddings, cocktails, and gala dinners with stunning views and elegant ambiance for both summer and winter events. Targeted at wedding planners, corporate event organizers, and premium private event clients.
• Çubuklu 29 An Istanbul classic since 1986 located on the waterfront with spectacular Bosphorus views, serving as a preferred location for private events and weddings with customized menus and services. Targeted at wedding planners and private event organizers.
• Da Mario Istanbul's first Italian restaurant since 1993, offering authentic Italian cuisine in a relaxed, cozy, and elegant environment with fresh ingredients and excellent service. Targeted at Italian cuisine enthusiasts and family diners.
• Borsa A classic Turkish and Ottoman cuisine restaurant established in 1927, offering the most exclusive dishes from different regions of Anatolia with distinguished quality service. Targeted at Turkish cuisine enthusiasts and heritage dining seekers.
• Cafe di Dolce An elegant café featuring custom-designed cakes, perfectly flaky croissants, and an array of irresistible flavors, serving as a delightful gathering spot throughout the day. Targeted at daytime café-goers and pastry enthusiasts.
• Bar des Prés A chic French-Japanese fusion restaurant in London's Mayfair, the first international venture by acclaimed chef Cyril Lignac. Combines French savoir-faire, London's energy, and Japanese individuality. Targeted at premium diners and French cuisine enthusiasts.
• Zuma An awarded global representative of modern Japanese cuisine offering Izakaya-style dining experience with elegant presentations in a chic atmosphere. Targeted at premium diners, Japanese cuisine enthusiasts, and international luxury diners.
• INKO NITO An unconventional Japanese restaurant in London's Soho offering robatayaki and sushi with Korean flavor influences, featuring an open robata grill and vibrant atmosphere. Targeted at trendy urban diners and Japanese-Korean fusion cuisine enthusiasts.
• Kojaki A modern Korean BBQ restaurant by Doğuş Group in Mayfair, London, offering traditional Korean cuisine with a contemporary twist in a sophisticated and warm ambiance. Targeted at premium diners and Korean cuisine enthusiasts.
• Masa A restaurant at İstinyePark Istanbul with spacious garden and high-ceiling indoor saloon, offering fresh dining experience and serving as a primary choice for distinguished names from business and social life. Targeted at premium shoppers, business diners, and lifestyle consumers.
• El Paraguas The first restaurant of the Spanish Paraguas Group in Madrid since 2004, interpreting traditional recipes from Southern Spanish cuisine and one of the city's most popular dining spots. Targeted at Spanish cuisine enthusiasts and premium diners.
• The Library An exclusive establishment in Madrid blending wine boutique, gastronomic bar, and private club. Part of Grupo Paraguas under Sandro Silva and Marta Seco, designed by Lázaro Rosa-Violán with palace library atmosphere. Targeted at premium wine enthusiasts and members seeking exclusive gastronomic experiences.
• Ten Con Ten A multifunctional venue in Madrid combining bar and restaurant concepts with an upbeat, vibrant atmosphere. Features spectacular rectangular bar serving appetizers and exquisite cocktails. Targeted at premium diners and nightlife consumers.
• Ultramarinos Quintin A concept combining market and restaurant in Madrid's famous street. Guests can enjoy freshly prepared meals and shop from the market section. Targeted at premium food shoppers and casual diners.
• Kebapçı Etiler A Turkish kebab restaurant offering a concept distinct from usual kebab establishments, preserving traditional flavors while adding unique interpretations alongside a rich variety of meze. Targeted at Turkish cuisine enthusiasts and casual diners.
• Kiva A contemporary Turkish tavern experience offering signature dishes and wide variety of meze options inspired by Anatolia's long-established culinary culture, located at bomontiada and Galataport Istanbul. Targeted at Turkish cuisine enthusiasts and lifestyle diners.
• Liman Istanbul An iconic Istanbul restaurant designed by Rebii Gardon in the 1940s, relocated to Galataport. Offers elegant Turkish cuisine with perfect service quality, originally located at Karaköy Passenger Hall. Targeted at heritage dining enthusiasts and Turkish cuisine connoisseurs.
• Mezzaluna Restaurant Group One of Istanbul's first Italian restaurants since 1995, presenting Italian delicacies with an 'accessible quality' vision. Combines unique tastes from different regions of Italy with special presentations across 8 locations. Targeted at Italian cuisine enthusiasts and family diners seeking accessible quality Italian food.
• Monochrome A modern brasserie offering wide spectrum of choices from breakfast to dinner, appetizers to desserts. Named after black & white photography, featuring exclusive concept design and elegant interior. Targeted at all-day diners and urban lifestyle consumers.
• Gina One of Istanbul's finest Italian restaurants, named after a 1950s Tuscan trattoria owner. Offers traditional Italian flavors with innovative touches, Italian Riviera-inspired decor, extensive wine menu, and signature cocktails. Targeted at premium Italian cuisine enthusiasts and romantic diners.
• BİZ İstanbul A restaurant celebrating Istanbul's cultural diversity and culinary heritage at AKM, aiming to preserve and showcase the city's forgotten culinary values and eating habits within a framework of cultural sustainability. Targeted at cultural tourists and heritage dining enthusiasts.
• Seoul Kitchen A Korean street food experience at bomontiada Istanbul, bringing vibrant Korean flavors with modern touch through neon-lit signs, energetic atmosphere, and karaoke space. Targeted at younger urban diners and Korean food enthusiasts.
• Parlé A modern interpretation of classic French brasserie offering Southern France and Mediterranean cuisine with characteristic details and delicious presentations at Zorlu Center AVM. Targeted at shoppers, casual diners, and French cuisine enthusiasts.
• The Populist A gastropub offering special mechanical design, expertly prepared craft dishes, and signature flavors. Known for 'good music' motto with DJ performances and special events throughout the year. Targeted at urban casual diners and craft beer enthusiasts.
• Sait A Bodrum classic seafood restaurant at Yalıkavak Marina and Galataport Istanbul, offering fresh seasonal seafood, daily prepared appetizers with fresh ingredients and organic herbs. Targeted at seafood enthusiasts and tourists.
• Áurea An elegant fine dining restaurant in Madrid's La Moraleja district, part of Grupo Paraguas, offering a gastronomic journey that masterfully weaves together tradition and innovation under the leadership of Sandro Silva and Marta Seco. Targeted at premium diners and Spanish cuisine connoisseurs.
• Numa Pompilio A contemporary Italian restaurant in Madrid with romantic atmosphere, featuring open kitchen, pasta preparation station, main dining hall, and a fascinating garden. Targeted at couples, romantic diners, and Italian cuisine enthusiasts.
• ETARU A Japanese restaurant offering Izakaya-style dining experience with elegant presentations in a chic atmosphere. Targeted at premium diners and Japanese cuisine enthusiasts.

Quantifiable outcome

• Market leader in Turkey's food & beverage sector with the largest portfolio of international restaurant brands
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Doğuş GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partnerd.ream is part of the Doğuş Group conglomerate, one of Turkey's largest and most established business groups. Doğuş Group provides institutional backing, capital, and strategic direction to d.ream's restaurant operations and international expansion. The relationship is foundational to d.ream's market leadership position in Turkey.
• Grupo Paraguas (Sandro Silva and Marta Seco)coreStrategic or Co-development Partnerd.ream partners with Grupo Paraguas, led by renowned restaurateurs Sandro Silva and Marta Seco, for operations in Madrid including The Library, Áurea, El Paraguas, Ten Con Ten, and Ultramarinos Quintin. This partnership represents a strategic international alliance for the Spanish market.
• Azumi Restaurant GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partnerd.ream partners with Azumi Restaurant Group for Oblix restaurant at The Shard in London. Azumi is a globally renowned restaurant group that created the Oblix concept, and d.ream operates this brand as part of its international portfolio.
• Cyril LignacflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerRenowned French chef Cyril Lignac's first international venture, Bar des Prés, is operated by d.ream in Mayfair, London. This high-profile chef partnership adds significant culinary prestige to d.ream's international brand portfolio.
• Cova (LVMH)flagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partnerd.ream operates Cova, Milan's most iconic pastry shop and café, in Istanbul. Cova is part of LVMH Group and has been serving since 1817. d.ream holds the license to operate the Cova brand in Turkey.
• ICD Brookfield (Dubai)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partnerd.ream operates the 1920 restaurant concept at ICD Brookfield Tower in Dubai, one of the most prestigious commercial addresses in the Middle East. The partnership enables premium fine dining at a flagship international location.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• JKS Restaurants: UK-based restaurant group operating a portfolio of premium dining brands including Gymkhana, Trishna, and Brigadiers. Comparable to d.ream in managing a multi-brand premium restaurant platform focused on international cuisines.
• Big Mamma Group: French multi-brand restaurant operator running a portfolio of upscale-casual Italian dining concepts across Europe. Most direct comparable to d.ream in operating model — a portfolio of proprietary restaurant brands with premium positioning, design-led dining, and rapid multi-country expansion.
• Hawksmoor: UK premium steakhouse and restaurant group with locations in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, and New York. Comparable as a multi-unit premium restaurant operator with meat-centric concepts — overlapping with d.ream's Nusr-Et and Günaydın brands.
• Major Food Group: US-based hospitality group behind Carbone, Sadelle's, The Grill, and other premium concepts. Comparable to d.ream in running a celebrity-chef-anchored, design-led multi-brand portfolio at premium price points.
• Grupo Paraguas: Spanish restaurant group led by Sandro Silva and Marta Seco, operating El Paraguas, Ten Con Ten, The Library, Áurea, and others in Madrid. Direct peer and partner of d.ream for Spanish market operations.
• Azumi Restaurant Group: Global multi-brand restaurant group behind Zuma, Oblix, Roka, and INKO NITO. Direct peer and partner of d.ream for several London-based concepts; comparable in operating premium Japanese robatayaki concepts across multiple geographies.
• D&D London: UK-based multi-brand premium restaurant group operating a portfolio of restaurant, bar, and event venues across London and internationally. Comparable to d.ream's portfolio strategy of running several distinct dining brands under a single corporate platform.
• Hostmore plc: UK-listed hospitality group operating premium steakhouse (Gaucho) and bar/concept restaurant brands. Comparable as a publicly-traded multi-brand restaurant platform with similar premium positioning.

Others

• El Puerto de Liverpool (Restaurant Division): Large Mexican retailer with an embedded restaurant and event hospitality division. Adjacent comparable given shared demographic of running in-mall and standalone premium dining at scale, though retail-led.

Broad incumbents

• Soho House & Co: Global hospitality membership operator with restaurants, hotels, and clubs across multiple continents. Broader incumbent comparable to d.ream in combining premium F&B with venue-based experiences, though it spans lodging and membership.

Market position

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors3 records

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M&A

Investments

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