Expansion

Giggling Squid hits 40 sites as it pushes ahead with expansion

18-Oct-2021 By James McAllister

Thai restaurant chain Giggling Squid is continuing to push ahead with expansion, with a number of new locations set to launch before the end of the year.

Gordon Ramsay Restaurants plans South Korea roll out

11-Oct-2021 By James McAllister

Gordon Ramsay Restaurants has signed a long-term partnership deal to open numerous dining outlets across South Korea in the next 10 years.

PizzaExpress plots new expansion as restaurants outperform market

04-Oct-2021 By James McAllister

PizzaExpress is 'well underway' with plans to open 50 new restaurants over the next three years.

Pret plans 200 new sites in two years as it ramps up expansion

22-Sep-2021 By James McAllister

Pret A Manger is to open 200 new UK sites in the next two years as part of an aim to double the size of its estate within five years.

Megan's sets out 'ambitious growth plans'

21-Sep-2021 By James McAllister

Neighbourhood-style restaurant brand Megan's is pushing ahead with 'ambitious growth plans' with an aim to reach 22 sites in total by the end of 2022.

The Orange Buffalo to open first franchise site as it pushes ahead with expansion plans

14-Sep-2021 By James McAllister

New York-style chicken wing brand The Orange Buffalo will launch its first restaurant under franchise later in the autumn at the Riverside Shopping Centre in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire.

Fulham Shore eyes 150 new sites

17-Aug-2021 By Finn Scott-Delany

Fulham Shore has 12 sites in legal negotiations, with a further 150 locations identified as part of its medium term growth plans.

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Arc Inspirations restarts expansion with two new openings confirmed

04-Aug-2021 By James McAllister

Northern-based bar group Arc Inspirations is back on the expansion trail with two new openings planned in the coming months.

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Brucan Pubs plans fast-paced expansion as it secures third site

30-Jul-2021 By James McAllister

Brucan Pubs is preparing for a period of fast-paced expansion, with a 'strong pipeline' of openings planned over the next 18 months.

The Bok Shop lines up Hastings opening ahead of wider rollout

09-Jul-2021 By James McAllister

Brighton-based premium fried chicken brand The Bok Shop is to launch two new restaurants within four weeks of each other, beginning in Hastings at the end of the month.

Leon plans first drive thru restaurant as it prepares for 'accelerated' UK expansion

28-Jun-2021 By James McAllister

Healthy fast food chain Leon has unveiled plans to open its first drive thru restaurant later this year in west Yorkshire.

Tony Macaroni eyes franchise expansion across England and Wales

25-Jun-2021 By James McAllister

Glasgow-based Italian restaurant group Tony Macaroni is looking to its 'next chapter' by expanding its franchise model in England and Wales.

San Carlo plans three new openings this year

23-Jun-2021 By BigHospitality

Italian restaurant group San Carlo will open three restaurants this year, including a brand new concept for central London.

Thunderbird launches first site outside London following Parkdean Resorts franchise deal

23-Jun-2021 By James McAllister

London-based premium fried chicken brand Thunderbird has opened its first site outside of the capital having recently signed a franchise deal with holiday park operator Parkdean Resorts.

Itsu plans up to 150 additional UK sites

09-Jun-2021 By Georgi Gyton

Itsu has the potential to add a further 150 sites to its UK estate, chief executive Ganan Kanagathurai has said.