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SpudBros expands Express network with new Nottingham launch
SpudBros expands Express network with new Nottingham launch
The opening is one of 15 new locations planned for this year.
1 hour ago
Greggs takes Bitesize format to London Bridge Station
The opening has created 16 jobs in the local area.
2 hours ago
Zeus Street Greek marks 50th outlet with major expansion push
The chain has also outlined plans for over 130 new restaurant openings.
23 hours ago
Houston TX Hot Chicken takes its heat overseas with UK debut
The hot chicken chain plans to open three UK locations in 2026.
2 days ago
Chaiiwala holds back US push as it works to avoid ‘getting it wrong’
The chain is prioritising the right partners and locations before entry.
3 days ago
KFC accelerates UK growth as chicken rivals pile in
CFO James Whitehorn said franchisee demand is supporting KFC’s 500-store expansion target.
3 days ago
Chicking expands Scottish presence with new Clarkston opening
The chain aims to open three more Scottish restaurants within the next month.
4 days ago
Luke’s Bánh Mì hits Lonsdale Street with new coloured baguettes
The brand aims to open 30 stores by 2027.
Black Sheep Coffee expands Scottish footprint with Glenrothes opening
Additional locations are planned across Fife, the Highlands, and Inverness.
Chopstix, Fluffy Fluffy set for regional debuts at centre:mk
Fluffy Fluffy will occupy 1,548 sq ft on Silbury Boulevard, with Chopstix taking 3,323 sq ft on Silbury Arcade.
Third Wave Coffee launches in Kolkata with triple café rollout
The company plans to add another five to six outlets in the city.
SIDES opens first Scottish restaurant in Glasgow
Further sites are planned in Livingston and Edinburgh, with additional UK openings in Cardiff and Liverpool.
FPG Foods doubles KFC UK&I footprint with acquisition of 17 restaurants
The company said it aims to expand to 50 outlets by 2030.
Popeyes partners with Applegreen for Ireland expansion
The brand plans to open several restaurants in travel locations.
Wendy’s opens first drive-thru in Australia
It is also the first restaurant in the state of Victoria.
Creams Cafe lands US franchise deal, sets sights on Arizona expansion
The first outlet is scheduled to open in Scottsdale in early 2027.
New all-day café Jamaica Blue joins Queensgate dining line-up
An Umami buffet restaurant is also scheduled to open later this year.
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