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.

  • Oct- 2023 -
    9 October
    NewsHarts Group chief design officer steps down

    Harts Group chief design officer steps down

    Harts Group restaurant business has announced that chief design officer James Hart is stepping down from his role in order to launch his own design company, Harts Creative.  Hart joined brothers Sam and Eddie in Harts Group in 2016, ahead of the launch of the first El Pastor restaurant. Starting…

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  • 4 October
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 04/10/23

    Today’s news in brief – 04/10/23

    Tortilla revenues grew 22% to £32.7m during the 26 weeks ending 2 July, due to eased cost pressures and increased consumer confidence. However, Adjusted EBITDA decreased from £2.5m in H1 2022 to £1.8m due to the absence of government support received in the prior year. The group also integrated Chilango…

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  • 4 October
    NewsCity Pub Group acquires two pubs in London and Oxford

    City Pub Group acquires two pubs in London and Oxford

    The City Pub Group, the owner and operator of 52 premium pubs across Southern England and Wales, has recently announced the completion of the acquisition of two additional pubs in London’s Soho and in Oxford. The group has acquired a premium freehold investment which is currently operated as Simmons in…

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  • Sep- 2023 -
    27 September
    NewsOctagon Bar opens at Sopwell House in St Albans

    Octagon Bar opens at Sopwell House in St Albans

    Octagon Bar at Sopwell House has officially opened its doors in St Albans to customers in Hertfordshire.  Set in the heart of the Georgian manor house, Octagon Bar is inspired by the drinking dens of London and serves an inventive menu of blended cocktails.  Featuring an ornate marble topped bar…

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  • 22 September
    RestaurantsYolk raises capital for London expansion

    Yolk raises capital for London expansion

    Fine fast food business Yolk is raising capital through private equity firm Growthdeck as it targets expansion across London. The five-site independent offers sandwiches, baked goods and specialty coffee without charging consumers a premium price tag. Yolk said that the brand aims to offer a “revolutionary improvement” in Londoners’ grab-and-go…

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  • 13 September
    RestaurantsNew Glasgow restaurant appoints first head chef

    New Glasgow restaurant appoints first head chef

    New Glasgow restaurant, Hazel from The Scotsman Group, which is set to open in the city centre in October, has announced the appointment of Eric Avenier as its first head chef. Avenier has been appointed to launch the restaurant having previously worked across other Scotsman Group restaurants including The Corinthian…

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  • 12 September
    RestaurantsSoho restaurant SOLA to double in size

    Soho restaurant SOLA to double in size

    Californian restaurant SOLA is to undergo a refurbishment which will see it double in size. The refurbishment will add a completely new lower-ground floor with lounge area and private dining room. The private dining room will seat 18, with concertina doors which can be opened to transform the entire lower-ground…

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  • Jul- 2023 -
    24 July
    Pubs and BarsIncipio Group to launch The 411 bar in Angel

    Incipio Group to launch The 411 bar in Angel

    Incipio Group, the hospitality business behind eight of London’s food and drink destinations, has announced the opening of The 411 (pronounced ‘The four-one-one’), a neighbourhood bar located in Angel. The 411 venue is inspired by the “creative energy” of New York City and will open in September 2023. Located in…

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  • 21 July
    RestaurantsWagamama reopens Noodle Lab in SoHo

    Wagamama reopens Noodle Lab in SoHo

    Wagamama has opened its new Noodle Lab at the Great Marlborough Street restaurant, marking its return to Soho. The UK. Noodle Lab will act as the ‘chef’s playground’, a space for recipe and idea testing. The Noodle Lab menu will be 50% plant-based and will feature Wagamama dishes such as…

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  • 13 July
    RestaurantsBocconcino to open second site in Soho

    Bocconcino to open second site in Soho

    Following the success of Italian restaurant Bocconcino in Mayfair, Mikhail Gokhner is set to open a second site in London’s Soho on 15 September. Located on 58 Great Marlborough Street, Bocconcino will specialise in Italian fare with a “contemporary flair”, including wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta and cicchetti. With capacity for…

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