Belfast

Focused reporting on foodservice activity across Belfast’s key neighbourhoods, including the Cathedral Quarter, Titanic Quarter, Lisburn Road, and the city centre. This section highlights restaurant and pub openings, hotel F&B developments, independent ventures, and supply chain movements shaping trade in Northern Ireland’s capital. With insights tailored to chefs, operators, and hospitality leaders, we cover how regeneration, tourism, and local demand are influencing strategy in one of the UK’s most culturally and commercially dynamic regional markets.

  • Jul- 2025 -
    15 July
    Food and DrinkCake Box EBITDA rises 17% to £8.73m

    Cake Box EBITDA rises 17% to £8.73m

    Cake Box has revealed that its underlying EBITDA increased 17.1% to £8.73m, up from £7.46m, for the year ended 30 March 2025. Alongside this, the company saw a 19% growth in online sales to £19.1m, up from £16.1m in the previous year, following increased investment in digital marketing and e-commerce…

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  • Jun- 2025 -
    10 June
    PeopleAqua Shard appoints new executive chef

    Aqua Shard appoints new executive chef

    Aqua Shard has announced the appointment of Mark Abbott as its new executive chef, bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for British cuisine to the London dining destination.  Originally from Northern Ireland, Abbott’s culinary journey began with a formative work experience at a local hotel, which ignited his…

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  • Feb- 2025 -
    3 February
    News-In-BriefToday’s news in brief – 03/02/25

    Today’s news in brief – 03/02/25

    Honest Burgers has appointed a new CEO. Kevin Styles previously served in the same capacity at the Jamie Oliver Group, where he spearheaded the development of the new restaurant proposition and cooking school. Styles joining the chain is said to mark a new chapter for Honest Burgers as it continues…

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  • 3 February
    Pubs and BarsLidl gets greenlight to open first in-store pub in Northern Ireland

    Lidl gets greenlight to open first in-store pub in Northern Ireland

    Lidl has received permission from a High Court to open its first ever in-store pub inside its store in Dundonald, near Belfast, Sky News reported. This comes after a judge dismissed an appeal from another trader. During the ruling on Monday (27 January), Mr Justice Colton said that he saw…

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  • Sep- 2024 -
    27 September
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 27/09/24

    Today’s news in brief – 27/09/24

    Chick-fil-A will be expanding in the UK, targeting sites in London, Leeds, Liverpool and Belfast. The brand has stated that it is “in the process of selecting operators” for the four cities and hopes to open a total of five restaurants in the next two years. The plan comes just…

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  • 27 September
    Food and DrinkChick-fil-A targets UK expansion

    Chick-fil-A targets UK expansion

    Atlanta-based fast food restaurant Chick-fil-A has announced that it is targeting sites in London, Leeds, Liverpool and Belfast as it looks to expand into the UK market. The brand has stated that it is “in the process of selecting operators” for the four cities and hopes to open a total…

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  • Aug- 2024 -
    5 August
    Cafes and Coffee ShopsKnoops appoints two non-exec directors

    Knoops appoints two non-exec directors

    Knoops has announced the appointment of Julian Metcalfe and Alice Avis as non-executive directors, both also being investors in the business.  Metcalfe is a “renowned” entrepreneur and co-founder of Pret a Manger and founder of Itsu.   Avis was previously CEO and chair of the Sanctuary Spa Group, an international beauty…

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  • Jun- 2024 -
    20 June
    RestaurantsPopeyes to open 50th store amid continued expansion plans

    Popeyes to open 50th store amid continued expansion plans

    Popeyes UK has announced that it is set to launch its 50th UK site in Glasgow, marking its 18th opening this year.  With the launch of the new restaurant, the brand is on track to deliver the growth it projected in January – doubling the size of its UK estate…

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  • Apr- 2024 -
    12 April
    RestaurantsSix By Nico announces Oxford opening

    Six By Nico announces Oxford opening

    Restaurant group Six by Nico has announced it will be opening a new restaurant in Westgate Oxford on Wednesday 22 May, which will be its fifteenth restaurant across the UK. Founded by chef Nico Simeone, Six by Nico is known for its six-course tasting menu that changes every six weeks,…

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  • Oct- 2023 -
    17 October
    RestaurantsSix by Nico to open 13th location in Birmingham

    Six by Nico to open 13th location in Birmingham

    The six-course dining experience, Six by Nico, will be opening in Birmingham at 81 Colmore Row on 30 November – its 13th location across the UK and Ireland.  The venue will accommodate approximately 72 guests, and will create 60 new jobs for the area.  Founded by chef Nico Simeone, Six…

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