Exploring the Fictional Businesses of the Grand Theft Auto Universe
Exploring the Fictional Businesses of the Grand Theft Auto Universe
The Grand Theft Auto (GTA) series is known not just for its open-world mayhem and storytelling, but also for the immersive detail it pours into every corner of its universe. A standout feature in the series is its array of fictional businesses that parody real-world counterparts, adding humor, satire, and world-building depth. Here's a look at some of the most memorable fake businesses across GTA III, Vice City, San Andreas, GTA IV, and GTA V.

🏙️ Grand Theft Auto III (2001)

Set in Liberty City, GTA III introduced players to a variety of fictional establishments:

 

  • Ammu-NationA chain of gun stores.

  • Bitch'n' Dog FoodA dog food factory involved in a side mission.

  • Capital AutosA car dealership in Harwood.

  • Joey's GarageAn auto repair shop owned by Joey Leone.

  • Luigi's Sex Club 7A strip club in the Red Light District.

  • Kenji's CasinoA Yakuza-run casino in Staunton Island.

  • Mr. Wong's LaundretteA laundry service tied to Triad operations.

  • Pay 'n' SprayA vehicle repair and repaint service.

  • Petsovernight.comAn online pet store advertised on the radio.

🌴 Grand Theft Auto: Vice City (2002)

In the vibrant, Miami-inspired Vice City, players encountered:

 

  • Cherry Popper Ice Cream CompanyAn ice cream business serving as a front for drug distribution.

  • Kaufman CabsA taxi company players can acquire.

  • Malibu ClubA prominent nightclub.

  • InterGlobal FilmsA film studio involved in adult film production.

  • Pole Position ClubA strip club that generates revenue.

  • Sunshine AutosA car dealership with import/export missions.

  • Print WorksA printing press used for counterfeiting money.

🏞️ Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (2004)

Spanning the state of San Andreas, this installment featured:

 

  • Burger ShotA fast-food chain parodying Burger King.

  • Cluckin' BellA chicken restaurant parodying KFC.

  • Binco, Sub Urban, Didier SachsVarious clothing retailers.

  • Zero RCA remote-controlled hobby shop.

  • Wang CarsA car dealership involved in a series of missions.

  • RS HaulA trucking company offering side missions.

  • Los Santos CustomsA vehicle modification and repair service.

🏙️ Grand Theft Auto IV (2008)

Returning to Liberty City, GTA IV introduced:

  • Burger ShotContinuing its presence as a fast-food chain.

  • Cluckin' BellMaintaining its role as a chicken restaurant.

  • Bean MachineA coffee shop chain.

  • Bank of LibertyA major banking institution.

  • SprunkA soft drink brand parodying Sprite.

  • Weazel NewsA news network satirizing sensationalist media.

  • FaçadeA tech company parodying Microsoft.

  • SumoA consumer electronics brand parodying Sony.

🌇 Grand Theft Auto V (2013)

Set in Los Santos and Blaine County, GTA V expanded the universe with:

  • Ammu-NationReturning as the go-to gun store.

  • LifeinvaderA social media company parodying Facebook.

  • Epsilon ProgramA cult-like organization parodying Scientology.

  • Fleeca BankA banking institution involved in heist missions.

  • Los Santos CustomsA vehicle customization and repair service.

  • Maze BankA prominent banking institution.

  • PißwasserA beer brand parodying Budweiser.

  • Redwood CigarettesA tobacco company.

  • Up-n-Atom BurgerA fast-food chain parodying In-N-Out Burger.

  • Whiz WirelessA telecommunications company parodying Verizon.

From strip clubs and burger joints to tech firms and cults, Rockstar Games has built a rich satirical landscape that mirrors the absurdities of real life. These fictional businesses aren't just background dressing—they're integral to the humor, storytelling, and cultural commentary that define the GTA series.

For an extensive list of fictional companies across the GTA series, you can explore the GTA Wiki's Companies category.

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