Restaurants News
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NewsIn pictures: Cosy Club’s cinematic-inspired interiors
Loungers has reopened its Cosy Club venue in Leeds following a major refurbishment, featuring statement lighting, bespoke carpeted walls, and a mirrored disco ball
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NewsByron Burger risks fourth insolvency
The burger restaurant brand’s future is in doubt once more after its owner Tristar Foods filed a notice of intention (NOI) to appoint administrators
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NewsPizzaExpress explores franchising in DACH region
The casual dining group, which has more than 470 sites worldwide, is seeking franchise partners in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
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NewsChipotle agrees joint venture to open first restaurants in Asia
The Mexican-inspired fast casual chain has partnered with SPC Group, with plans to launch in South Korea and Singapore in 2026
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NewsKricket announces first foray into New York dining scene
The London-based modern Indian group will take over Mexico City-inspired restaurant Comal on the Lower East Side for an exclusive pop-up dinner
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NewsTonkotsu to grow regional presence with two new restaurants
The ramen restaurant group will open in Grand Central, Birmingham, later this year, followed by a site in Cardiff city centre in early 2026 – which will be its 20th location.
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NewsBurger & Lobster names new CEO as group posts resilient FY results
The 12-strong restaurant chain has appointed Dino Sura as global CEO, as founder Misha Zelman steps back into a non-executive director role
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NewsEvolv Collection to launch new chop house concept
Liverpool St. Chop House & Tavern will launch on 17 September, with the concept also being rolled out to two of its existing sites – Butler’s Wharf and Paternoster – “marking a pivotal moment in the group’s evolution”
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NewsPiper: Flat Iron will succeed in UK and internationally
Discussing its investment in the steak restaurant group, Piper said Flat Iron stands out in a challenging market, with double-digit like-for-likes, a guest NPS of 78, and a 50% repeat visits rate
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NewsOakNorth backs Flat Iron expansion with senior debt facility
OakNorth has provided a senior debt facility to support the future growth of steak restaurant Flat Iron, backed by McWin Capital Partners and TriSpan
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NewsLoyalty schemes under pressure as expectations rise
Customer loyalty in hospitality remains highly fragile, with consumers loyal to just 2.1 brands on average, according to new research from Zonal
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NewsBarrafina operator ‘actively exploring’ international expansion
The Spanish restaurant concept will open its first international outpost in Dubai this year, with further expansion on the cards for the Harts Group, MD Anna Watkins tells MCA
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Nando’s, Greene King, NEOS Hospitality, and more
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NewsDelivery rebounds in July as takeaway holds steady
Restaurants saw at-home sales rise 13.5% year on year in July, driven by a strong recovery in delivery, according to CGA by NIQ’s latest tracker
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NewsSix by Nico crowdfund raises £2.5m
The funds will be used to support the opening of Six by Nico’s new flagship location in London’s Covent Garden, as well as reduce debt to help fuel growth and strengthen the group’s financial position
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NewsPrezzo’s refreshed benefit scheme offers staff extra leave for holidays in Italy
Prezzo Italian has unveiled a new package of employee benefits as part of its repositioning and turnaround strategy, aimed at rewarding excellence
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NewsCôte owner weighs capital injection as sale talks continue
Swiss private equity firm Partners Group is considering injecting fresh capital into the French brasserie chain as an alternative to a sale, Sky News reports
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NewsCôte launches weekday £10 offer
The French brasserie has rolled out a new weekday promotion offering guests five of its most popular dishes for £10 each, in a bid to drive value-led engagement during the week
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NewsDenny’s looks to kickstart franchised expansion
The 1,500-strong American diner chain has appointed FRP Corporate Finance to assess potential partners to acquire the UK franchise
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NewsSticks’n’Sushi makes Scottish debut in Glasgow
The Danish-founded Japanese-style restaurant group will open at Glasgow’s St George Square this November, with an 8,500 sq ft space across two levels