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.

  • Jun- 2024 -
    20 June
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 20/06/24

    Today’s news in brief – 20/06/24

    Popeyes UK will open its 50th site in Glasgow and has revealed it is on track to deliver the growth it projected in January – doubling the size of its UK estate this year. Popeyes entered the UK market back in November 2021 and has since seen success with 49…

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  • 20 June
    RestaurantsEastway Brasserie appoints new head chef

    Eastway Brasserie appoints new head chef

    Eastway Brasserie has announced the appointment of Pedro Costa as its new head chef. Costa brings over 20 years of culinary experience and having worked in some of the most prestigious establishments. Some of his past experience includes working with the ETM Group and the exclusive Soho House. Originally from…

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  • 19 June
    NewsOne Hundred Shoreditch to open Kaso in July

    One Hundred Shoreditch to open Kaso in July

    East London hotel and social hub One Hundred Shoreditch has announced the launch of Kaso, a new rooftop bar and kitchen set to open on 5 July.  The new concept will serve small plates, cocktails and DJs throughout the week, set against the city skyline.  Kaso’s menu was created by…

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  • 14 June
    Pubs and BarsRadio unveils new design ahead of ME London reopening

    Radio unveils new design ahead of ME London reopening

    Rooftop bar Radio has unveiled a “striking” new design refresh ahead of its reopening at five-star hotel ME London on Friday 28 June.  The 200-seat rooftop venue, which was designed by international restaurant designer, Bernard Caroll, benefits from “classic and contemporary” luxury with Eastern-inspired detailing that create an environment that…

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  • 6 June
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 06/06/24

    Today’s news in brief – 06/06/24

    Popeyes UK has launched the first AI powered drive-thru, following a successful trial in Northampton. This launch has made Popeyes the first quick service restaurant chain in the country to leverage AI at drive-thru ordering. The group also has plans to expand AI to all other current drive-thru sites by…

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  • 6 June
    RestaurantsKöD to open second London site

    KöD to open second London site

    Danish steakhouse KöD has announced that it is set to open its second site in London in Soho. This new restaurant, set to open in mid-July, follows the brand’s first London site, KöD City, in Devonshire Square opened last year. The brand is owned by DiningSix and KöD City was…

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  • Apr- 2024 -
    19 April
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 19/04/24

    Today’s news in brief – 19/04/24

    Asda has appointed Mac Plumton as the new MD of Leon. He will succeed Ashley Davis, who has served in an interim capacity as MD since November 2023. Plumpton held senior positions at Tapas Revolution for 10 years until 2020, first as operations director and then as MD from November…

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  • 19 April
    NewsLondon’s Soho welcomes six new F&B offerings

    London’s Soho welcomes six new F&B offerings

    Six new F&B additions are set to open in Soho’s Shaftesbury Capital portfolio. Kingly Street has welcomed two new signings from The Counter and Little Door and Co alongside the upsize of pub and cocktail bar Two Floors. Three-storey alfresco dining destination, Kingly Court, has introduced two new debut concepts,…

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  • 15 April
    RestaurantsLittle Door and Co. to open fifth site in Carnaby

    Little Door and Co. to open fifth site in Carnaby

    House-party inspired late night bar and restaurant concept, Little Door and Co., is set to open its fifth site on Carnaby’s Kingly Street in June. The Little Violet Door is the group’s second central London site, joining The Little Scarlet Door in Soho and neighbourhood locations: The Little Yellow Door…

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  • Mar- 2024 -
    20 March
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 20/03/24

    Today’s news in brief – 20/03/24

    Soho House revenues for FY23 have risen 16.8% YoY to $1.1bn (£870m). During the year, membership revenues rose 32.5% to $361.5m (£284.7m), accounting for 31.8% of total revenues. According to Soho House, its membership waitlist currently sits at approximately 99,000, an “all-time high” total revenues of $290.8m (£229.05m) that shows…

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