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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Mar- 2023 -27 MarchNews
Tortilla Group revenues rise 20% in FY22
Tortilla Mexican Grill, one of the most successful fast-casual Mexican restaurant groups in the UK, has reported a revenue increase of 20% to £57.7m, according to its FY22 results. The increase, the group argues, is attributable to a variety of factors, including a 16.4% like-for-like revenue growth, the strategic acquisition…
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Jan- 2023 -9 JanuaryRestaurants
Tortilla revenues rise 20% in FY22
Tortilla has seen group revenue rocket 20% to £57.7m in FY22, up from £48.1m the prior year, as it welcomed a “highly resilient” performance despite macroeconomic challenges. UK like-for-like sales were up by 16.4% against FY19, as trading was boosted by a net increase of 18 sites in the period,…
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Dec- 2022 -5 DecemberFood and Drink
Tortilla, Pasta Evangelists and Chicken Shop join Just Eat for Business
Just Eat for Business has announced the launch of three new vendors on its platform, with the addition of Tortilla, Pasta Evangelists and Chicken Shop. Businesses can now access Tortilla, Pasta Evangelists and Chicken Shop amongst over 600 other lunchtime options across the platform. New options for employees will include…
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Oct- 2022 -12 OctoberFeatures
Why do casual dining sites thrive in economic uncertainties?
“Quick service restaurant companies like us often do well during periods of recession and economic uncertainty,” says Richard Morris, chief executive officer of Tortilla, “as consumers tend to turn to good value-for-money products and brands that they can trust during such times.” In fact, more people are purchasing takeaway or…
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10 OctoberRestaurants
Growth Kitchen teams up with Patty and Bun
Growth Kitchen, the food-tech startup operating smart satellite kitchen networks, has announced a new partnership with Patty and Bun. The partnership will see Patty and Bun first join Growth Kitchen’s Bermondsey hub along with other food brands such as Tortilla, The Athenian and Kricket. The collaboration is also expected to…
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3 OctoberRestaurants
Tortilla warns of £2.3m hit in FY22 amid inflationary pressures
Tortilla has warned that it faces future challenges from rising protein and energy prices, expecting to take a £2.3m hit in its full-year results amid increased inflationary pressures on the industry. For now, its revenue rose by 30% to £26.9m in the first half of FY22, up from £20.8m the…
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Aug- 2022 -5 AugustRestaurants
Tortilla to open new Lincoln restaurant
Tortilla has announced it is set to open its 52nd restaurant, located in Lincoln city centre, at 1 Exchange Square, Lincoln (LN5 7ET), on 12 August. Seating up to 54 people across one floor with both inside and outside tables, the restaurant’s opening will create 25-30 new local jobs across…
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Jul- 2022 -18 JulyRestaurants
Tortilla revenue soars 60% in H1
Tortilla has welcomed strong top-line growth during the first half of FY22, with group revenue soaring 60% to £26.9m, or an increase of 55% excluding the impact of the Chilango acquisition. The group said this performance was underpinned by growing customer demand for Tortilla’s food as well as the group’s…
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May- 2022 -24 MayRestaurants
Tortilla acquires Chilango in £2.75m deal
Tortilla, the fast-casual Mexican restaurant group, has announced the acquisition of Chilango Limited for a total consideration of up to £2.75m from investment firm RDCP Group Ltd. Chilango is a fast-casual restaurant chain specialising in Mexican food including burritos, salads and tacos. The business operates from an estate of eight…
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Apr- 2022 -14 AprilFeatures
Is this the future of food delivery?
While food delivery has risen to become a rival to in-house dining, with brands and restaurants around the UK adopting a delivery service on top of its traditional restaurant setting, Mate Kun, co-founder of Growth Kitchen, believes its potential is not being met. He explains that the inspiration behind the…
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