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According to Toutiao.com, Zhang Liang Malatang and Yang Guofu Malatang have nothing to do with each other. They are two independent catering brands that specialize in Malatang and are deeply loved by young people. Among them, Yang Guofu Malatang was established in 2007 and is headquartered in Shanghai, while Zhang Liang Malatang was established in 2008 and is headquartered in Heilongjiang. As of 2020, Zhangliang Malatang has 25 branches across the country, more than 80 directly operated stores around the world, and more than 5,500 global chain stores, covering major, medium and small cities. Yang Guofu Malatang is a restaurant chain brand specializing in spicy snacks. In 2015, the group headquarters was located in Shanghai, the international financial center.