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Stay ahead with curated reporting on new restaurant, pub, bar, café, and catering openings across the UK. This highlights the latest venue launches, from independents to multi-site operators, and offers behind-the-scenes insights into concept development, site selection, kitchen design, menu strategy, and operational planning. Whether you’re tracking competitors, scouting for inspiration, or evaluating expansion trends, this coverage helps hospitality professionals understand where investment is going and how new openings are shaping the foodservice landscape. Essential reading for chefs, operators, landlords, and F&B executives watching the market evolve.

Jan- 2026 -

29 January

Cafes and Coffee Shops

Esquires Coffee enters master franchise agreement in UAE

Cooks Coffee has announced that its coffee house chain Esquires Coffee has signed a 10-year master franchise agreement to expand into the United Arab Emirates, marking a significant international move for the brand. The agreement includes a right of renewal and provides for the opening of at least 50 outlets…
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26 January

Pubs and Bars

Reeves expected to only offer temporary support for pubs

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly expected to reject calls for permanent business rates reform and instead offer temporary financial support to the pub industry, according to the Telegraph. The anticipated package follows warnings that local venues face a significant increase in business rates when Covid-era reliefs are withdrawn in April. …
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23 January

Cafes and Coffee Shops

Daisy Green FY revenues rise 19% amid portfolio expansion

London hospitality group Daisy Green has reported a 19% rise in revenues to £26.9m for the 53 weeks ended 27 April 2025, following the opening of two new sites in Holland Park and South Kensington. Daisy Green also saw its adjusted EBITDA rise to £3.4m, from £2.4m in 2024, despite…
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22 January

Restaurants

Heartwood Collection FY turnover jumps 21.7% to £82.7m

Heartwood Collection has reported a 21.7% jump in turnover to £82.7m, from £67.9m, during the year ended 29 June 2025, as site EBITDA increased from £11.7m to £13.3m despite cost pressures. As a result of the group’s performance, Heartwood now expects turnover to reach £100m in the current financial year. …
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21 January

Pubs and Bars

Historic Farringdon pub to reopen in February after £1.8m refurb

The Hoop and Grapes in Farringdon, a historic pub near Fleet Street is set to reopen in February following a £1.8m refurbishment by independent brewer and pub operator Shepherd Neame. The pub, a Grade II-listed building dating back to the early 18th Century, has been closed since 2019 during redevelopment…
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20 January

Pubs and Bars

Amber Taverns opens The Comet in Helensburgh

Pub operator Amber Taverns has opened a new venue in Helensburgh with the launch of The Comet, adding to its portfolio of community pubs. The venue has been fitted out as a local pub aimed at serving residents, with features including a pool table and dartboards, as well as space…
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20 January

Cafes and Coffee Shops

Knoops reports Christmas sales lift as wholesale channel expands

Chocolate drinks retailer Knoops has reported a 12% increase in like-for-like sales at its UK stores over the six-week Christmas trading period as its wholesale business saw rapid growth. The company’s wholesale sales increased 170% year to date, driven by demand for its chocolate flakes range sold for home consumption.…
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16 January

Restaurants

Sartoria to open Liverpool Street restaurant in February

Sartoria is set to open a new restaurant near Liverpool Street next month, marking the third London location for the Italian dining brand founded by Sir Terence Conran. The new site, Sartoria Liverpool Street, will open on 1 February 2026 and is operated by the Evolv Collection. It follows the…
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15 January

Restaurants

Honest Burgers joins Cribbs food and drink line-up

Honest Burgers has agreed to open a new restaurant at Cribbs, adding to the retail and leisure destination’s expanding food and drink offer. The British burger chain will occupy the former GBK unit on the second floor of Cribbs Mall, taking around 3,000 sq ft. The opening follows the arrival…
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15 January

Restaurants

Mama Li to open third London restaurant at Canary Wharf

Mama Li is set to open its third London restaurant at Canary Wharf at the end of January, expanding its presence with a larger site at Wood Wharf. The new restaurant, located at 3 Rivington Walk, will bring the group’s Hong Kong-style siu mei to the E14 district. It marks…
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