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From the West End to the East End, our London coverage keeps hospitality professionals in the know. Our dedicated reporting on London’s vibrant and highly competitive foodservice market, spans restaurant group expansions, new pub and bar concepts, catering contracts, high-street openings, licensing changes, staff shortages, and operational trends shaping the capital. Whether you’re a central London restaurant operator, a neighbourhood café owner, a high-volume catering contractor, or an F&B executive overseeing multiple venues across zones, this archive delivers actionable insights and strategic updates designed for decision-makers navigating the capital’s fast-moving hospitality landscape.
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Dec- 2025 -10 DecemberCafes and Coffee Shops
Bloomsbury’s Sicilian Avenue secures two new F&B brands
Sicilian Avenue in Bloomsbury has secured two food and drink operators as part of its first wave of lettings, with Flying Horse Coffee now trading and Japanese tea specialist Matchado set to open in spring 2026. The activity forms part of the redevelopment of the Grade II-listed pedestrianised street, which…
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8 DecemberFood and Drink
Bunsik opens first South West site with Bristol launch
Korean street food brand Bunsik has opened a site in Cabot Circus, marking its first outlet in the South West and its eighth location across the UK. The business, known for its Korean corn dogs, launched in Bristol in September. The company said the new restaurant has seen strong early…
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4 DecemberPubs and Bars
JKS Pubs rebrands to Ardent Pub Group following buyout
JKS Pubs has been acquired under the new name of Ardent Pub Group through a private investment round led by founder and managing director, Dominic Jacobs. The transaction was supported by an unnamed US-based private investor, which the group said reflects confidence in both the British pub market and its strategy. …
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4 DecemberRestaurants
Loulou Groupe to open first UK site at Mayfair townhouse in 2026
French hospitality group Loulou Groupe will open its first UK property, at 16 Charles Street, Mayfair, in 2026 as the French hospitality business marks 10 years since launching its brand in Paris. The company said the new site will act as the London base for Les Amis, a new international…
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3 DecemberFeatures
Pizza Hut UK’s future and the state of the pizza market
Pizza Hut is heading into one of the most turbulent periods in its UK history after its restaurant operator collapsed into administration, a moment that brought a familiar high-street brand abruptly back into the news. DC London Pie Limited, which ran Pizza Hut’s dine-in estate, appointed FTI Consulting as administrators…
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2 DecemberRestaurants
Wasabi to open new restaurant at Euston Station
Wasabi is set to open a new restaurant at Euston Station on 4 December, adding to its network of sites across London’s busiest rail locations. The 1,200 sq ft venue is located on the station’s first floor and forms part of the group’s wider plan to expand in high-footfall transport…
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2 DecemberCafes and Coffee Shops
Gail’s to open 40 new bakeries by February 2026
Gail’s has revealed plans to open 40 new bakeries across England by February 2026 as the group steps up its plan to expand beyond London, following growth in both its retail and wholesale divisions for the year ended 27 November. While sales rose by 20% to £278m, pre-tax losses widened…
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1 DecemberRestaurants
Wingstop UKI opens new West London site
Wingstop UKI has opened a new restaurant on Queensway in West London as the fast-growing chain continues its expansion across the UK and Ireland.The 4,316 sq ft site, located on the Bayswater shopping street near Hyde Park, seats 85 diners. The restaurant serves the chain’s full range of cooked-to-order wings,…
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Nov- 2025 -28 NovemberRestaurants
Two new dining sites open in Chinatown London
Chinatown London has welcomed two new F&B concepts, with Sushinoya and Ning’s Fresh Beef Hotpot opening at 62 Shaftesbury Avenue and 18 Rupert Street, respectively. Sushinoya has opened its doors at the 3,600 sq ft space which has space for 65 covers. The premium sushi brand has taken a key gateway…
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28 NovemberCatering Companies
Restaurant Associates partners with chef Ollie Dabbous
Restaurant Associates has formed a partnership with London chef Ollie Dabbous, who will work with the company’s culinary teams on menu development across its portfolio. The agreement will incorporate elements of Dabbous’s cooking style, which focuses on seasonal ingredients and minimalist preparation. Dabbous is known for co-founding Hide in…
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