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UK foodservice faces sharp price increases in 2025

Chicken chains have increased prices the most.
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What’s holding back the UK’s restaurant industry?

New research reveals the key enablers of growth and persistent operational challenges.

Rising costs push hospitality leaders to cut growth budget

Nearly two-thirds have increased their operational expenditure over the last 12 months.

Starbucks reveals UK’s favourite coffee

The brand also revealed the key favourite brew in some UK cities.

Deliveries up but takeaway dips as consumers look for more convenience

Delivery option expansion has driven growth despite flat like-for-like sales.

Hospitality food and drink prices climbs 0.4% in August

This marks the fifth consecutive month of price increases

Consumers lean on AI tools to find and review restaurants

Operators are directed to harness AI to hear consumer voices.

What lies ahead for Costa Coffee’s next owners?

Reports said that Coca-Cola is looking to offload the brand.

Hospitality insolvencies climbs for a third time in July

This marks the highest monthly figure since November 2024.

UK fast-food growth slows as new sites split existing demand

Market expanded 1% in H1 2025 as traffic spreads thin across more outlets.

Hospitality vacancies rise to 78,000 in August

This is the first time it has increased in a year.

Domino’s, rivals flock to chicken as competition heats up

Its popularity is driving menu innovation even at non-chicken chains.

Fast-food brands lose growth momentum

London footfall also weakened for the first time since the pandemic.

QSRs slash prices as value wars loom

They also face competition from casual-dining brands.

Restaurants’ at-home sales up 13.5% YoY in July

Delivery orders topped 2.95 million, whilst takeaways neared 2.32 million.