All Restaurants (Casual Dining) articles
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including The Sushi Co, Flight Club, Zambrero, Loungers, and more.
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NewsPasta Evangelists launches breakfast offering
The 11-strong pasta chain has broadened its daypart strategy at Farringdon, extending its offer beyond its core fresh pasta dishes
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NewsHomeslice creditors approve CVA as part of rescue plan
The London pizza concept has entered into a CVA after its restructuring proposals were approved by members and creditors
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NewsTGI Fridays relaunch leads to 10% surge in covers
The turnaround strategy has led to a ‘marked improvement’ in sales performance for the casual dining chain, a month after the ‘brand revival’ on 4 July
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NewsPrezzo Italian reveals first new openings in five years
After a strong Q3 - with 11% like-for-like sales growth - the casual dining group begins its next phase of investment, with new sites in Rugby and Edinburgh
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Analysis & InsightRotisserie rising: a leaner take on all-conquering chicken
After years in the wings, rotisserie chicken is having a moment in the UK’s restaurant scene, driven by a shift in consumer appetite for comforting, high-quality dishes that offer simplicity, value and flavour
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NewsTasty raises £9.25m
Proceeds will be used to invest in the group’s existing restaurants; tech and operations; acquisitions; and provide working capital support to deliver its revised growth strategy
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Analysis & InsightQSRs outperform as consumers grow more selective
UK eating-out participation fell slightly in Q2 2025, but higher frequency and spend per visit suggest consumers are choosing fewer, more purposeful occasions, according to Lumina Intelligence’s latest EDOP
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NewsChipotle CEO: Europe could support ‘thousands’ of sites
The QSR brand is pressing ahead with its international growth strategy despite a dip in like-for-like sales, with the group highlighting improving trends and strong potential across Europe
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Welcome Break, Dishoom, Big Mamma, Wingstop, and more
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NewsMarket Halls appoints Dan Hills as MD and CEO designate
Market Halls has appointed former Laine Pub Company MD Dan Hills as its new managing director and CEO designate, as the five-strong food hall group aims to double its estate
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Heartwood, Pick & Cheese, Brunning & Price, and more
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InterviewsCocotte eyes flagship site and European franchising
The rotisserie chicken concept is searching for a high-footfall site in central London to support all-day trade as it marks ten years of trading, with further expansion in Europe, regional UK cities, and airports also on the table
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Weekend PressLabour’s ‘ludicrous’ state-funded restaurants plan sparks backlash
Restaurateurs grappling with tax rises deride the idea of Second World War-style diners, The Telegraph’s Hannah Boland writes
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Weekend PressOwner of Cote restaurant chain cooks up sale plan
Partners Group, which bought the French-themed hospitality business five years ago, is working with Interpath on a process which could trigger further closures, Sky News learns
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NewsUK Gov to launch subsidised restaurants in Dundee and Liverpool
Inspired by communal dining spaces of the 1940s, the project aims to combat food poverty and social isolation by providing “universal access” to affordable, healthy food in a standard restaurant setting
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NewsHarry Ramsden’s owner signs licensing deal with ‘major’ UK supermarket
The owner of Harry Ramsden’s reported a positive trading update, following a year of strategic site disposals, franchise expansion, and a new licensing deal
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NewsIn pictures: Prezzo Italian continues refresh with Chelmsford revamp
The casual dining chain has unveiled its second refurbished site, in Chelmsford, following the announcement of its rebrand and design overhaul in May
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NewsAtis expands into catering
The plant-focused lunch brand has launched a new catering offer aimed at group dining across central London, as it continues to diversify channels and respond to customer demand
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NewsIn pictures: Zizzi Marlow reopens with new look and refreshed menu
The revamped site reflects the brand’s evolving identity, with bespoke art inspired by local culture and Italian heritage, as well as enhanced lighting, fresh furnishings and touches referencing Marlow’s history