Venues

Keep up to date with the latest openings, closures and property deals in the restaurant, pub and hotel sectors.

Victor Garvey to launch Californian concept on former Rambla site

22-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

Victor Garvey has closed his Catalan restaurant Rambla in Soho and is refurbishing the site in order to relaunch it under a new concept next month.

IT Ibiza to launch first UK site next month

22-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

Ibiza bar and restaurant brand IT is finally set to open its first UK location on Dover Street in Mayfair next month.

Yen to leave London after two years

22-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

Parisian noodle house Yen is to close its London outpost after just two years, with the general manager saying it has been unable to offer its signature soba noodles since June.

Jollibee set for Liverpool

22-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

Filipino fast food chain Jollibee is pushing forward with its regional expansion plans with the opening of a second UK site in Liverpool.

Other Side Fried to open first bricks and mortar site

22-Oct-2019 By Sophie Witts

Fried chicken concept Other Side Fried is to open its first bricks and mortar restaurant in London’s Brixton.

Former Le Gavroche chef to open fine dining restaurant

21-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

Former Le Gavroche chef Elliot Moss is to open a French-focused fine dining restaurant in St John’s Wood, London, this Friday (25 October).

Beef & Brew closes its doors

21-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

Affordable steak restaurant Beef & Brew has closed its doors permanently after four years of trading.

UK's first Chick-fil-A to close after LGBT+ backlash

18-Oct-2019 By Sophie Witts

US fast food chain Chick-fil-A is to close its debut UK restaurant following criticism from LGBT+ groups.

Full Market Halls West End line-up confirmed

18-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

Market Halls' upcoming West End venue will feature a new concept from chef Angelo Sato, and a third site for Alex Peffly and Z He’s Chinese crépe brand Pleasant Lady.

Nando's to open third express format restaurant

18-Oct-2019 By Sophie Witts

Nando’s is to launch a third London site under its Nando’s Nino express format, designed for takeaway or delivery.

Latest opening: Decimo

18-Oct-2019 By Joe Lutrario

High profile Bristolian chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias is at the helm of a swish new restaurant atop trendy King’s Cross hotel The Standard, London

Big Mamma eyes Covent Garden for third London restaurant

17-Oct-2019 By Stefan Chomka

Big Mamma restaurant group, which is behind recently launched London venues Gloria and Circolo Popolare, plans to open a third restaurant in the capital, in Covent Garden.

Latest opening: Marmo

16-Oct-2019 By Joe Lutrario

Cosmo and Lily Sterck have swapped London for Bristol, turning the former Bar Buvette into a relaxed yet sophisticated restaurant that blends Italian and modern British influences.

Gordon Ramsay rebrands Maze Grill in Mayfair

16-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

Gordon Ramsay’s Maze Grill on Grosvenor Square has quietly been rebranded as Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill.

Pastaio, Flank and Gopal’s Corner among Market Halls West End line-up

16-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

The first round of operators set to take up residence in Market Halls' upcoming flagship West End venue, which is set to open early next month, has been announced.