Glasgow

Coverage explores foodservice and hospitality activity across one of Scotland’s busiest urban markets, with a focus on key areas such as Finnieston, Merchant City, the West End, and city centre zones. Reporting includes restaurant and bar openings, independent brand growth, investment trends, and nightlife-driven footfall, offering insight for operators navigating a diverse and high-volume trading environment.

  • Apr- 2023 -
    18 April
    Cafes and Coffee ShopsBob and Berts continues expansion with six new stores

    Bob and Berts continues expansion with six new stores

    Independent coffee shop chain Bob and Berts has announced plans to open up to six new stores this year in Scotland and England. The opening of these new coffee shops will take its total footprint to more than 30 sites across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The brand operates from…

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  • 5 April
    RestaurantsFulham Shore posts record revenues of £100m in FY23

    Fulham Shore posts record revenues of £100m in FY23

    Fulham Shore, operator of Franco Manca and The Real Greek, has revealed that revenues increased to around £100m for the year ended 26 March 2023, which represents a new record high for the group.  The news comes despite two restaurant closures during the period, as well as the impact of…

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  • Mar- 2023 -
    29 March
    Advice2023 plastic ban: how can hospitality businesses prepare?

    2023 plastic ban: how can hospitality businesses prepare?

    The subject of plastic pollution has become a hot topic over the last five years in the wake of David Attenborough’s Blue Planet BBC series. The hospitality industry is a significant contributor to this problem, and with predictions that there will be as much plastic pollution as fish in our…

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  • 14 March
    RestaurantsDoner Shack to debut in London this month

    Doner Shack to debut in London this month

    Berlin street food brand Doner Shack has announced that it will be opening its first London store on Baker Street on 27 March.  To celebrate the opening of the store, which comes after its success in Manchester, Leicester and Glasgow, the brand will be offering 200 free kebaps a day…

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  • 2 March
    Awards & EventsOne Devonshire Gardens restaurant awarded 3 AA Rosettes

    One Devonshire Gardens restaurant awarded 3 AA Rosettes

    The restaurant at One Devonshire Gardens by hotel Du Vin in Glasgow has recently been awarded 3 AA Rosettes. It is the only establishment in Scotland to be recognised in the February 2023 AA Rosette Awards announcement, and one of only 14 accredited with 3 AA Rosettes nationwide. Curated by…

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  • Feb- 2023 -
    24 February
    BusinessOne in three people can’t afford to tip service workers

    One in three people can’t afford to tip service workers

    One in three people in the UK said they can’t afford to tip in restaurants, according to data from digital payments provider Take Payments. From a survey of 2000 people, Take Payments found that 36% of people will always leave a tip with 15% of people saying they have had…

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  • 21 February
    Pubs and BarsDundas Heritable brings four pubs to market

    Dundas Heritable brings four pubs to market

    Scottish licensed pub operator, Dundas Heritable, has put four of its public houses up for sale for undisclosed amounts through Christie and Co’s Scottish Hospitality team.  The four businesses for sale, which include The Scarecrow in Kilsyth, The Viking in Glasgow, The Willow in Greenock, and The Boarding House in…

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  • 3 February
    Awards & EventsOver 400 hospitality scholarships awarded by HIT Scotland 

    Over 400 hospitality scholarships awarded by HIT Scotland 

    Hospitality Industry Trust (HIT) Scotland has awarded 414 scholarships to those studying or working in the hospitality industry.   The scholarships were awarded at the annual HIT Talent Conference, which took place in Glasgow at the Voco Grand Central Hotel. Recipients ranged from those just beginning their careers to senior managers.…

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  • Jan- 2023 -
    25 January
    RestaurantsSimpsInns unveils £250,000 redevelopment of The Potting Shed

    SimpsInns unveils £250,000 redevelopment of The Potting Shed

    Ayrshire hospitality group, SimpsInns, has announced a £250,000 redevelopment of one of its key venues in Irvine as it reintroduces The Potting Shed at Si.sI Located just 40 minutes from Glasgow, The Potting Shed at Si will offer guests a range of breakfast and brunch options as it looks to…

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  • 19 January
    RestaurantsGaucho to open three new sites

    Gaucho to open three new sites

    Argentine steakhouse Gaucho has announced that it is set to open three new sites in the next three months. One of the sites will open in London’s Covent Garden, the company’s first London opening since 2009. The 7000 sq ft restaurant will be aimed at pre and post theatre dining.…

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