How Mango Marketing Rebranded a 10-Year-Old Restaurant Chain, Increasing Social Engagement by 140% in Just 6 Weeks

Client Overview

  • Industry: Multi-Cuisine Restaurant Chain
  • Location: Mumbai, India
  • Duration: 6 Weeks
  • Services Provided: Brand Identity Revamp, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Influencer Marketing, and Local SEO

Objective

After a decade of operations, the client, a popular family restaurant chain, wanted to refresh its brand identity to connect with a younger audience while maintaining its loyal base.

Goals included:

  • Modernizing the visual and digital identity
  • Reviving engagement on social media platforms
  • Increasing dine-in footfall and online visibility
  • Positioning the restaurant as a trusted yet trendy dining brand

Challenges

  • Outdated logo and inconsistent branding across outlets
  • Declining engagement on social media due to repetitive content
  • Confused brand perception, appealing neither strongly to families nor millennials
  • Minimal online visibility and no influencer collaborations

Strategy & Execution

1. Brand Identity Refresh

  • Redesigned the logo and color palette to reflect warmth and modern dining aesthetics.
  • Created a consistent brand kit including typography, social media templates, menu design, and packaging updates.
  • Updated in-store branding and signage to align with the new digital look.

2. Social Media Revamp

  • Launched the campaign #NewFlavoursOfFamiliar, highlighting the restaurant’s new look and menu.
  • Introduced a fresh content calendar featuring behind-the-scenes kitchen moments, chef stories, and nostalgic throwbacks.
  • Replaced stock imagery with real-shot visuals and cinematic videos, boosting authenticity.

3. Influencer & Community Marketing

  • Partnered with 20+ Mumbai-based food influencers for launch coverage.
  • Hosted a “Taste the Change” event, where influencers, loyal customers, and media experienced the rebrand firsthand.
  • Encouraged UGC (User-Generated Content) through a #MyTableStory contest.

4. Local SEO & Google My Business Optimization

  • Updated NAP details and optimized the Google Business Profile with new visuals and brand copy.
  • Collected 350+ new positive reviews in a month using QR-based review prompts.
  • Improved local keyword ranking for “family restaurants near me” and “multi-cuisine restaurants Mumbai.”

Results

The rebranding campaign delivered impressive results within just six weeks. The restaurant’s Instagram engagement rate rose from 1.2% to 2.9%, marking a 140% increase. Its follower base grew from 18.5K to 25.6K, reflecting a 38% surge in organic reach.

On Google My Business, the restaurant’s profile views doubled, growing from 22,000 to 44,000, while weekly footfall increased from 2,100 to over 3,600 diners, representing a 71% rise in in-store visits. In addition, over 350 new positive reviews were collected within the campaign period, boosting the restaurant’s credibility and search ranking.

Key Takeaways

  • Consistency in branding and communication builds long-term digital equity.
  • Authentic visuals drive better engagement than polished stock imagery.
  • Rebranding is not just visual; it is about reintroducing the story behind the brand.
  • A well-planned launch event amplifies online buzz and customer retention.

Conclusion

Mango Marketing’s holistic rebranding approach helped the 10-year-old restaurant chain rediscover its voice and audience. By blending design, storytelling, and data-backed strategies, the brand evolved from outdated to outstanding and became a go-to spot for both families and millennials once again.

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