UK

Iced coffee purchased surged 137% during May 2026 bank holiday

Iced Latte was the most purchased during the holiday weekend.

IRO Sushi bets on health-conscious dining as UK fast casual moves away from fried food

IRO Sushi's director of operations sees this as a long-term opportunity for the brand.

Fast-food footfall falls as restaurant growth slows

Traffic in the first quarter are now negative even if chains continue to expand.

Late-night hospitality shrinks 29% since 2020, report says

Bars and clubs weakened as operating conditions and consumer behaviour diverge.

Which Wich targets busy commuter corridors with second Cardiff store

The new location follows the launch of Which Wich’s first Welsh store.

Just Eat to launch WhatsApp food ordering in Europe

The solution is powered by Just Eat's own in-app artificial intelligence assistant.

Zambrero opens 15th UK site with London launch

The 800-square-foot restaurant will open from Monday to Friday.

Tortilla opens second boxpark location with Wembley destination

The group is offering an exclusive opening promotion for Burrito Society members.

762 UK hospitality businesses closed in Q1 2026 as industry struggles to absorb rising costs

Recurring reasons for closures are weak late-night trading and less consumers drinking.

PizzaExpress boosts sales to £112m in Q1

On a full-year basis, the group’s full-year revenue is flat at £440m.

Smacks Burgers eyes 15th store at Morden transit hub amidst UK expansion

The company is aiming to sign at least 25 new sites in the UK over the next 18 months.

Just Eat for Business launches Sandwich Sandwich across London network

Over half of UK consumers say they are eating sandwiches out of home more often.

Chuku’s Chop Stop debuts at London's BOXHALL

Dishes include vegan, gluten-free and halal options.