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Sticks’n’Sushi opens first North London location
This marks the brand’s 14th restaurant in the UK.
Lone Star Rib House & Brew opens 5th South Australian location
The new restaurant is located in Hawthorn.
Independent pizzeria Zia Lucia sets path to 100 restaurants in five years
The brand’s franchise business partner is GNF Worldwide.
Starbucks opens 50-seat coffee outlet in Heathrow
The new site was opened in time for the summer travel season.
Wingers open five new locations
It is planning to reach 20 by the end of the year.
Azzurri Group nabs franchise deal for Dave’s Hot Chicken
The group plans to open 60 restaurants in the UK.
Sushi Jiro opens first restaurant in Perth
The chain said it will be Perth’s largest sushi train.
Doner Shack eyes US launch after positive brand repositioning results
The brand reported a sales increase of 32% in June.
Karali Group acquires 46 Taco Bell restaurants
The group recently acquired Crosstown Doughnuts.
KFC China’s coffee brand reaches 200 outlets
The unique concept features a cafe area adjacent to KFC outlets.
Shrimp Shack opens second location in Camden
The brand is targeting Central London locations.
Slim Chicken to open in Festival Place shopping centre
The restaurant will have room for 85 diners.
Chopstix opens two new restaurants with Haven
Chopstix aims to reach 300 sites by 2027.
Popeyes UK on track to double estate by end 2024
The brand recently opened its 50th restaurant.
China’s Luckin Coffee reportedly mulling Malaysia debut
Its only international market is Singapore.
Chaiiwala opens first airport outlet in London Luton Airport
The opening is part of their expansion plans targeting major travel hubs.
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