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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Nov- 2024 -13 NovemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 13/11/24
Fuller’s adjusted PBT jumped by 21% to £17.6m for H1 to 28 September, as like-for-like sales in its managed pubs and hostels rose by 5.2%. Fuller’s has seen growth in all areas of the business, with food like-for-like sales rising 5.5%, and drink and accommodation both rising 4.9%. Excel London…
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13 NovemberRestaurants
Long Chim opens in Soho
The UK’s first ever Bangkok-inspired restaurant Long Chim has opened in Soho, London. Located on Rupert Street, Long Chim has taken over the ground floor of Hovarda. Long Chim, which means to ‘come and try’, serves accessible menus with authentic dishes inspired by the food stalls and markets of modern…
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11 NovemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 11/11/24
UKH with the support of industry bosses have warned of the effects of the autumn budget, saying that it will cause small business closures, job losses and reduced investment in the sector. UKH boss Kate Nicholls was supported by the likes of Fuller’s, Stonegate Group and Whitbread, as well as…
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11 NovemberCafes and Coffee Shops
Soho Coffee unveils new store format with Westfield opening
Soho Coffee has officially opened its newest concept – Soho Coffee and Kitchen – in Westfield, London, which aims to “redefine the coffee shop experience” with a focus on community, comfort and craftsmanship. The store features a welcoming seating area both inside and outside to encourage socialising, working or unwinding. …
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4 NovemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 04/11/24
Soho Coffee Co. has seen its losses widen by 60% from £2m to £3.2m in the year to 31 January 2024. The coffee chain’s parent company, BTC Group Holdings, has also reported that its other hospitality offering Euphorium Bakery has also sustained further losses, rising 27% from £944,402 to £1.2m…
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4 NovemberCafes and Coffee Shops
Soho Coffee Co. FY losses widen by 60% to £3.2m
BTC Group Holdings’ Soho Coffee Co. and Euphorium Bakery have reported that losses widened in the year to 31 January 2024, with the coffee group’s losses rising 60% from £2m to £3.2m and the bakery chain’s losses rising 27% from £944,402 to £1.2m. Nevertheless, Soho Coffee Co. maintains that it…
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Oct- 2024 -8 OctoberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 08/10/24
TGI Fridays has been acquired by D&D London owners Breal Capital and Calveton UK for an undisclosed sum. The sale, which is based on 51 restaurants, should secure the future of some 2,000 jobs across those sites. Breal Capital and Calveton are also hopeful that they may be able to…
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8 OctoberNews
Mildreds Soho announces reopening
London’s vegan restaurant Mildreds has announced its anticipated reopening after a major renovation. The vegan restaurant closed two months ago to completely refurbish the Grade II listed heritage building on Lexington Street, Soho. The new design of the Mildreds townhouse has created more space as well as a second floor…
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Sep- 2024 -19 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief – 19/09/24
Hostmore has fallen into administration, endangering some 4,500 jobs. While a total of 87 TGI Fridays restaurants have been put up for sale, they will continue to operate as normal during the administration process. The news comes after Hostmore’s plans to acquire the US operator of TGI Fridays for £177m…
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19 SeptemberCafes and Coffee Shops
La Maritxu to open second café in Soho
La Maritxu, the Basque cheesecake operator, has signed for its second London location on Soho’s Kingly Street. La Maritxu will open a 271 sq ft café at 10 Kingly Street, adjacent to the entrance of Soho’s renowned food hub Kingly Court. The café specialises in Basque cheesecakes, originating from San…
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