Restaurants
The Restaurants section on Catering Today delivers comprehensive coverage of the UK restaurant industry, from independent operators to national chains. It reports on business performance, openings, acquisitions, and leadership changes, alongside analysis of market trends, menu innovation, and consumer behaviour. With insight into finance, operations, technology, and sustainability, Catering Today provides hospitality professionals with the intelligence and updates shaping commercial strategy across the UK dining landscape.
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Jun- 2022 -23 June
Manga Banga to open in Marleybone in July
Manga Banga, a new Japanese concept restaurant, is set to open in early July on Lisson Grove. The 50-cover restaurant is located 150 yards from Marylebone Station. It will feature a wall covered with over 100 manga magazine covers, neon signage, and a mural coupled with interpretations of Japanese dishes.…
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23 June
Various Eateries revenues surge 439% to £17.8m
Various Eateries PLC has reported its revenues surged 439% year-on-year from £3.3m to £17.8m for the 26-week period ending 3 April 2022, driven by new site openings and reflecting fewer restricted periods of trading. Adjusted EBITDA also rose to £1.7m, compared to a £2.5m loss in H1 FY21, and loss…
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22 June
Tim Hortons confirms first London opening
Tim Hortons has confirmed it will open its first London property on 1 July with a new restaurant and drive-thru at Royale Leisure Park. The menu will feature its best-selling items, including timbits, iced capps, donuts, as well as beef burgers, hot dogs, and lattice fries. Kevin Hydes, chief commercial…
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21 June
Labyrinth announces Alice’s Adventures Underground return
Labyrinth Productions, a new immersive company from the creative directors of Les Enfants Terribles, has announced the return of Alice’s Adventures Underground and the Rosarium Restaurant to return this autumn. Labyrinth has created, developed and produced an imaginative show with their launchpad permanent venue being Labyrinth Waterloo at The Sidings.…
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21 June
Hub Box opens flagship restaurant in Plymouth
Hub Box has announced the opening of its 11th venue, with a new restaurant at the Royal William Yard in Plymouth which will act as the brand’s flagship restaurant. The “historic” space has a bar and a 180-seat restaurant, as well as seating indoors and outside, which overlooks the waterfront. …
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21 June
The Alchemist unveils second Edinburgh site amid £1.5m investment
The Alchemist has announced its continued expansion in Scotland with a £1.5m investment in a second bar and restaurant in Edinburgh, set to open in early 2023. The new site comprises a 7,051 square feet space located on George Street and it will house 185 covers for cocktails and all-day…
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21 June
Michael Caines names group executive chef
Michael Caines has appointed Stuart Shaw as the collection’s new group executive chef, working together to oversee and implement Caines’ vision and strategy across the whole business. Shaw has introduced new season menus for The Cove and The Harbourside Refuge ahead of summer. Previously, he worked at two 2AA Rosette…
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20 June
OXBO at Hilton London Bankside reopens with a new menu
OXBO Bankside, a local neighbourhood eatery at the Hilton London Bankside, has reopened its doors with a brand new menu. Created by executive head chef Ollie Couillaud and featuring produce from The Hilton London Bankside’s own roof garden, the new menu showcases sustainably sourced British ingredients. Dishes feature European, Middle…
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20 June
Giggling Squid unveils new executive team
The BGF-backed Thai restaurant group, Giggling Squid, has announced changes to its executive team as it continues its growth plans amid recent openings in Harrogate and Alderley Edge. Previous regional managers for the 45 strong restaurant business, Simon Gallagher and Darko Salaj, have both been promoted to operation directors. In…
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20 June
The Grand in York to launch fine-dining restaurant
The Grand in York, the city’s “finest” hotel, has announced the launch of its new fine-dining restaurant, Legacy, later this month (June 2022). Head chef Ahmed Abdalla has been appointed at the new restaurant and he will reportedly focus on modern British cuisine with a menu made up of locally…
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