Tortilla
Coverage tracks the performance, expansion strategy, and operational developments of the UK’s leading fast-casual Mexican restaurant brand, including site rollouts, franchising, menu innovation, digital ordering, and trading updates. Reporting offers insight for operators monitoring scalable dining formats, high-street brand positioning, and evolving consumer demand for fresh, quick-service international cuisine.
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Jan- 2024 -30 JanuaryFood and Drink
Chipotle to open first location in Uxbridge
Chipotle has announced that it is set to open its first restaurant in Uxbridge, London on 5 February. Chipotle currently has 17 locations in the Greater London area and is the only company of its size that owns and operates all of its restaurants in the US, Canada, and Western…
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30 JanuaryRestaurants
Tortilla to open four new sites with SSP
Tortilla has confirmed that it will be opening four new locations with global food travel group SSP this year, with a further pipeline of sites to open as part of the franchise partnership in 2025. Currently, the SSP and Tortilla franchise includes five sites across the UK, with the Manchester…
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Oct- 2023 -4 OctoberNews
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 OctoberFood and Drink
Tortilla revenues increase 22% in H1
Tortilla revenues grew 22% to £32.7m during the 26 weeks ended 2 July, as cost pressures have eased and consumer confidence grew in the UK. However, while adjusted EBITDA reduced from £2.5m in H1 2022 to £1.8m in the current year, the fast-casual chain reports this is in-line with market…
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Sep- 2023 -25 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief – 25/09/23
The City Pub Group reported a 14% increase in like-for-like sales to £31.7m in the first half of 2023, up from £26.1m in the same period in 2022. Despite inflationary pressures, the pub operator’s adjusted EBITDA remained steady at £3.3m, slightly below the £3.4m reported in H1 2022. The company…
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25 SeptemberRestaurants
Franco Manca and The Real Greek partners with Just Eat
Just Eat has announced a new delivery partnership with Franco Manca and The Real Greek, offering nationwide delivery across the UK. Following a rapid rollout, all 94 Franco Manca and The Real Greek restaurants now offer delivery through Just Eat. According to Just Eat, a wide selection of the restaurants’…
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Aug- 2023 -24 AugustPeople
Tortilla appoints new director to board
Tortilla has announced that Keith Down will join its board as a non-executive director, with effect from today (24 August). The Mexican chain said Down brings a wealth of leadership experience gained across a broad range of consumer-focused businesses. He has held senior positions at companies operating across a wide…
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Jul- 2023 -25 JulyRestaurants
The Avocado Show to open new Covent Garden restaurant
The Avocado Show has announced the launch of its new Covent Garden restaurant this summer, following the success of its Mayfair site. The Avocado Show Covent Garden will serve breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner all made from sustainably sourced avocados. A new addition to the Covent Garden location is a…
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17 JulyNews
Tortilla revenues increase 22% in H1
Fast-casual Mexican restaurant group, Tortilla Mexican Grill, has reported a 22% revenue increase to £32.7m for the half year ended 2 July 2023. The group’s LFL revenue also increased 8.4% during the period. Net debt reported was in line with expectations at £1.6m. Tortilla reported that franchised sites performed particularly…
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11 JulyRestaurants
Tortilla to open first Northern Ireland site
Tortilla has announced that it is set to open its first site in Belfast, Northern Ireland on 21 July 2023. The new site, located at 9 Arthur Square, near Victoria Square Shopping Centre, will create up to 30 new jobs. To celebrate the opening, Tortilla will give away free burritos…
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