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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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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Jan- 2023 -13 JanuaryRestaurants
Inception Group to launch Mr.Fogg’s Pawnbrokers bar
London bar operator Inception Group has announced the launch of new bar Mr Fogg’s Pawnbrokers on Dean Street, Soho. Sitting on the former Venise L’Entrecote site at 50 Dean Street, the 140-capacity venue will be separated into three areas; The Pawnbrokers Counter, The Strong Room and The Textiles Store. On…
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12 JanuaryFeatures
Adam Hyman on the Happiness in Hospitality 2022 report
What is your background in hospitality and can you tell us a little bit about your career progression? I don’t have an official hospitality background so to speak; like a lot of people, I have dabbled in working in restaurants and pubs growing up. I studied and worked in commercial…
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Dec- 2022 -22 DecemberRestaurants
The Breakfast Club to partner with Redefine Meat in January 2023
The Breakfast Club will be partnering with Redefine Meat in January 2023 to offer vegan and vegetarian dishes across all restaurants. A new Redefine Meat menu will also be launched to coincide with Veganuary. All sites will get two new Veganuary specials, the works, a veggie and vegan fry-up, and…
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12 DecemberRestaurants
Quo Vadis to open in February 2023 following refurb
Soho restaurant Quo Vadis has revealed that it will reopen on 8 February 2023 following a refurbishment of its reception area and ground floor restaurant, which will be taking place between 2 January and 7 February. The refurbishment efforts will reportedly double the restaurant’s covers to 40 in the public…
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