Restaurants

The latest news and updates on restaurants, from the business journalists at Catering Today. We bring you the latest on what’s happening in the restaurants, bars and catering industry, with exclusive stories, analysis, best practice and industry comment.

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11 August

Ixchel set to open in Chelsea this October

Ixchel, a new Mexican restaurant and tequila bar, is set to open on the King’s Road in Chelsea this October. The menu has been designed by Mexican-born female head chef, Ximena Gayosso Gonzalez, and consists of an all-day tapas style offering. Chef Gonzalez has previously worked at Michelin star restaurant…
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11 August

Origin City to open in West Smithfield

Family-run restaurant Origin City has announced that it is set to open on 17 August in West Smithfield, London. The restaurant will be set up by the same team that launched 56 West Smithfield Wine Bar and Shop last year. The decor and the menu at Origin City are influenced…
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11 August

Now or Never opens in Lancaster

Now Or Never, the debut fine dining restaurant by chef Jeff Marshall and his wife, restaurant manager and co-founder Nichola Marshall, has now opened its doors in Lancaster. The “intimate” dining space catering for up to 20 guests sits in a restored Georgian Grade II listed building, located on Sun…
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10 August

Sexy Fish to launch third site in Manchester

Caprice Holdings’ Asian-inspired restaurant, Sexy Fish, has announced the opening of its third global outpost in Manchester this autumn. Following the style of its flagships in London’s Mayfair and Miami’s Brickell district, the new restaurant will feature artwork from international artist Damien Hirst, including three giant sculptures incorporating creatures from…
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10 August

Paulaner looking for UK franchisees for restaurant and bar concept

German brewer Paulaner is looking for franchisees for the launch of its Bräuhaus, restaurant and bar concept in the UK. Paulaner is looking to secure a number of hospitality entrepreneurs or investment groups who can open up to 10 sites throughout the UK in the next few years. The company…
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9 August

BRG agrees five-site franchise deal amid Spanish expansion

Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG) has announced a five-site franchise deal with Lagardère Travel Retail. As part of this deal it will open its second Spanish Giraffe World Kitchen site inside Barcelona airport. The Giraffe World Kitchen site will span over 4,400 sq. ft and accommodate 210 covers, with the assistance…
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9 August

Popeyes owner sees system-wide sales rise 14% in Q2

Restaurant Brands International Inc., which owns Popeyes and Burger King, has revealed that consolidated system-wide sales grew by 14% year-over-year during the second quarter ended 30 June. This comes as the group surpassed the 30,000-restaurant mark globally, generating more than $40bn (£31bn) in system-wide sales over the last year. During…
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8 August

Angel Above Portobello opens at The Distillery

Angel Above Portobello, a small plate restaurant, has opened on the first floor of The Distillery on Portobello Road. The Distillery is a four-floor building that operates a working distillery and is also home to Portobello Road Gin and the “critically” acclaimed gin-blending experience, The Ginstitute. The venue also features…
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7 August

Geode to open in Knightsbridge

Neha Beriwala of Arrow Hospitality, who’s restaurant portfolio includes Kutir in Chelsea and Manthan in Mayfair, has announced the launch of Geode on Beauchamp Place in Knightsbridge. Geode, a vibe-dining concept introduced to Knightsbridge by Salvatore Broccu and Marios Louvaris (formerly of Novikov Group), focuses on contrast and theatrical experiences…
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4 August

Taca Tacos to open second site

Taca Tacos has announced that it will open its second bricks and mortar store in Peckham, London this month. Following a successful first year selling tacos from a converted railway arch in Deptford, the new restaurant will be located on Peckham’s famous Rye Lane. The new taco kitchen will be…
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