Quick Answer
Luckin Coffee is a Chinese coffee chain founded in 2017. Its Q2 2026 results show 36,310 stores at the end of June 2026: 23,734 self-operated and 12,576 partnership stores. In China it has far more stores than Starbucks’ 8,009 company-operated stores there. Outside China it had 223 stores, including Singapore, Malaysia and 20 in the United States.
Luckin Coffee at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2017, China |
| Stores | 36,310 (end of Q2 2026) |
| Self-operated / partnership | 23,734 / 12,576 |
| Overseas | 223: 89 self-operated in Singapore, 20 in the US, 114 franchised in Malaysia (KrASIA) |
| Q2 2026 revenue | About RMB 15.9 billion, up 28.5% |
Luckin’s Store Model
Luckin focuses on small, takeaway-first stores with app ordering, and grows fast through self-operated and partnership stores. It added 2,548 net stores in Q1 2026 and reached 36,310 by the end of Q2.
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Note: this article summarizes public information about the brand. Caitang International (Tang Sugar) has no partnership or affiliation with the brands mentioned; brand names and trademarks belong to their owners. Figures are as of each source’s publication date.
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FAQ
Which country is Luckin Coffee from?
Luckin Coffee is a Chinese coffee chain founded in 2017.
How many stores does Luckin Coffee have?
It had 36,310 stores at the end of Q2 2026.
Does Luckin Coffee have stores in the US?
Yes. KrASIA’s summary of Q2 2026 results lists 20 stores in the United States.
Does Luckin have more stores than Starbucks?
Worldwide, Starbucks still has more (40,990 in September 2025). In China, Luckin has far more stores than Starbucks’ 8,009 company-operated stores.
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