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Fast-food rises as restaurant visits drop 6.8% in 2025
Fast-food rises as restaurant visits drop 6.8% in 2025
Expansion of outlets drove fast-food growth.
Creams Cafe unveils limited-time Easter treats
The menu features three seasonal desserts.
FRIENDS-themed meal and merch arrive at McDonald's UK
The chain has also launched new Pizza Mozzarella Dippers.
Popeyes UK serves up its new Kickback Collection
Leading the menu line-up is the Kickback Sandwich.
Hospitality food and drinks prices hit new highs in December 2025
This is due to strong seasonal demand and ongoing supply issues during the festive period.
IRO Sushi expands lunch offer with first sando launch
The launch taps into a UK trend toward grab-and-go, protein-rich lunches.
SushiDog arrives in Birmingham with Bullring opening
The new outlet seats up to 25 people.
Fast-food expansion masks 1% visit drop
Northern Ireland led regional outlet growth for the sector in 2025.
Eggslut cracks Manchester with Valentine’s Day opening
To mark the opening, a Manchester-only promotion will run until the end of February.
Chopstix enters France with first restaurant opening in Paris
The chain aims to open 50 restaurants in France within three years.
Costa Coffee unveils revamped Dunfermline East Port outlet
It has been redesigned with new interiors, furnishings, and layout.
Black Sheep Coffee bags Yorkshire development deal
The expansion will be led by current franchise partners.
Red Rooster goes bold on social with Kill Boring Dead partnership
The first campaign is scheduled for release in the first quarter.
YO! launches Valentine’s menu alongside Sushi School sessions
The Valentine’s menu will be available from 10 to 15 February.
Restructuring wipes 34% of Prezzo Italia estate to save margins
The group is prioritising a simplified menu and forty site refurbishments to combat a gross profit margin that dipped below 40%.
Chipotle’s Chicken al Pastor is back in the UK
The dish is now available in a high-protein cup for the first time.
McDonald’s brings Tikka Chicken Wrap to UK menus
The wrap joins the Wrap of the Day deal on Wednesdays and Saturdays at £2.49.
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