Soho
We report on the dynamic foodservice scene in Soho — one of London’s most competitive and trend-defining hospitality districts. This features our coverage of new restaurant and bar launches, concept innovation, chef-led ventures, lease activity, and the operational realities of trading in this densely packed, high-footfall zone. Whether you’re running an independent venue, expanding a brand presence, or benchmarking against Soho’s influential operators, we provide commercial insight into the challenges and opportunities of hospitality in the heart of the capital.
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Dec- 2022 -7 DecemberRestaurants
Sarap to relocate to Kingly Court Soho
Filipino restaurant Sarap has announced a crowdfunding campaign, in partnership with Seedrs, to move from its current residency at 10 Heddon Street to Kingly Court in Soho. People will be able to invest in the campaign from 12 December 2022. The new restaurant, located just off London’s Carnaby Street, will…
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6 DecemberRestaurants
Bao Fitzrovia to close after seven years of trading
Taiwanese restaurant brand Bao is closing its Fitzrovia restaurant after nearly seven years of trading. The brand stated that Fitzrovia had become a “particularly challenging” area and this is the main reason for the decision. It was the second site opened by the brand, a year after its Soho restaurant.…
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Nov- 2022 -28 NovemberPubs and Bars
Chateau Denmark to open new bar and club
Chateau Denmark has announced plans for a new bar, Thirteen, along with a new basement club dial8. Located at No. 1-3 Denmark Street in Soho, Thirteen and dial8 will mark the newest addition to Chateau Denmark. They are set to open in February 2023 and will be operated by CAW…
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23 NovemberRestaurants
Yakiniku Like to make European debut in London
A new location has been secured for speciality fast food restaurant, Yakiniku Like, in Soho, London, as the brand makes its European debut. The Japanese brand, delivered by Dining Innovation Group, will trade under ‘Yakiniku Like Soho’. It is set to open its 2,200 sq ft space at 47 Greek…
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17 NovemberPeople
Soho House CEO steps down
Nick Jones, the CEO and board director of Membership Collective Group (MCG), the group known for managing the member’s club Soho House, has announced his intention to step down from his role and transition to founder. The news comes following talks between Jones and executive director Ron Burkle have had…
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Oct- 2022 -24 OctoberRestaurants
Edo Izakaya to launch with debut site this December
A debut site has been secured for Edo Izakaya, a Japanese sake concept founded by Sonny Huang, the owner of Robata, the popular West End sushi restaurant. Located at 154 Old Street, the new 1,894 sq ft restaurant is set to launch in December. Named after the informal bars popular…
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13 OctoberFood and Drink
Jamie Oliver partners with Taster for pasta delivery roll-out
Jamie Oliver has partnered with Taster, a delivery-first restaurant group, to launch a new collaboration on the delivery market, Pasta Dreams. Pasta Dreams launches in London today (13 October) from a delivery-first pop-up in Archer Street, Soho. The pop-up will be open for customers to click and collect from, as…
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12 OctoberPubs and Bars
Simmons to open largest site in Holborn next month
Simmons, the award-winning bar group, is set to open its 25th site this November in Holborn, which will be its biggest site yet. The new venue will have the capacity to fit 400 guests, spanning over two floors and featuring a giant disco ball DJ booth. A “vast selection” of…
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6 OctoberRestaurants
Burger & Lobster turnover surges 40%
Burger and Lobster has announced its turnover surged 40% in the financial year ending 2 January 2022 (FY22), growing from £16.3m to £22.8m year-on-year. The nine-strong London-based restaurant group recorded EBITDA of £1.8m and it hailed net assets of £2.5m for FY22 with positive funds balance. The group performed ahead…
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5 OctoberPubs and Bars
Urban Pub and Bars acquires three London venues
Urban Pub and Bars has furthered its growth plans through the acquisition of three new venues in “iconic” London locations, bringing the total sites in its portfolio to 40. The three new acquisitions, the Queens Head, formerly the Goose Island site in Shoreditch, Monarchy in Camden town and The Horseshoe…
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