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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Jul- 2023 -5 JulyNews
Bao announces new opening at Battersea Power Station
The Bao restaurant group has announced the opening of a new site at Battersea Power Station on 17 July. Situated in Arcade Battersea as a standalone restaurant, guests will be greeted by a U-shaped counter wrapping around the open kitchen and bar, and with a low-lit hanging mirror featured overhead. …
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Jun- 2023 -16 JuneAnalysis
Can all restaurants profit from introducing vegan meals?
Many establishments renowned for their non-vegetarian cuisine are cutting down on their meat-based menu as they become more ecologically conscious and look for ways to reduce carbon emissions. Wahaca became one of the first major restaurant chains to remove steak from its menu as part of its sustainability initiative earlier…
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Apr- 2023 -28 AprilRestaurants
Blacklock to open new site in Canary Wharf
Black has announced the launch of its new restaurant in Canary Wharf on 15 May 2023. Located in a standalone warehouse on the North Dock under the railway tracks right by the waterside, at 4,000 square feet and with 120 covers, Blacklock said that the new site will be its…
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27 AprilCafes and Coffee Shops
Grind to open first hybrid cafe at new St Pancras store
London coffee brand Grind has announced plans to launch its first hybrid cafe at its new store in London’s St Pancras International Station this May. Grind is a coffee brand that makes biodegradable coffee pods for Nespresso machines Customers will have access to the cafe, whilst shopping Grind’s at-home range,…
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Mar- 2023 -23 MarchNews
The Freak Scene reopens in Fulham
Pan-Asian restaurant The Freak Scene has reopened its doors on Parsons Green on 22 March after being forced to close down its original location during lockdown. Ex-Nobu Chef Scott Hallsworth initially opened Freak Scene as a pop-up restaurant in Farringdon and seven months later found a new home in Soho.…
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20 MarchCafes and Coffee Shops
Grind acquires Bottleshot Coffee amid £15m investment
London-based coffee brand Grind has completed a £15m investment round that facilitated the acquisition of ready-to-drink coffee company, Bottleshot Coffee. The news comes as the coffee brand, which has cafe locations in Greenwich, Soho and London Bridge, is also investing in growing its at-home coffee products. Bottleshot Coffee was founded…
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7 MarchRestaurants
Gordon Ramsay Restaurants acquires Pizza East
Gordon Ramsay Restaurants has announced the completion of its acquisition of Pizza East in Shoreditch, East London. Following its acquisition, the restaurant is due to officially reopen its doors on Wednesday 15 March, with the venue also accepting reservations ahead of the opening. Ahead of the opening, Pizza East has…
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3 MarchRestaurants
Winglab opens second London site
Winglab has opened its second London location with the launch of a new site in Camden. The group, which serves an array of wings, burgers, waffles and more, first launched in 2022 with a site in Tottenham. Its dishes are created by the founders and chef Ben Harrington, who was…
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Feb- 2023 -22 FebruaryVenues & Properties
Soho House to open first Manchester location
Soho House has announced plans to open its first members’ club in Manchester later this year. The Manchester opening will be the 13th UK Soho House club and fourth outside of London, following the group’s launch in Brighton last year. Members’ clubs are also located in Oxfordshire and Somerset. The…
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3 FebruaryPubs and Bars
Little Door and Co reports £1.3m December sales
House party-inspired late night bar and restaurant Little Door and Co has announced that it saw £1.3m of sales in December 2022, a record for the company. Overall revenue for the company was up 166% in December compared with the previous year. The company’s only Central London venue,The Little Scarlet…
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