F1 Arcade is launching a new smaller format called F1 Box this Friday (22 August) at Westfield Stratford City in London. The immersive racing experience is backed by Formula 1.
Urban Pubs & Bars has acquired the Lowlander bar in Covent Garden from Brighton Pier Group. The London-based operator continues to expand its
footprint across the capital.
Zambrero, Australia’s largest Mexican quick-service franchise has made its debut in Scotland with its first UK franchisee. Partnering with Dan Hawley, the brand has opened a dark kitchen site.
Dave’s Hot Chicken, the US-based spicy chicken concept being rolled out by Azzurri Group, is set to open its second London site at Westfield London. Azzurri also operates ASK Italian, Coco di Mama, Boojum and Zizzi.
Flight Club, the social darts concept from Red Engine, will open its 15th UK site in Newcastle this November. It’s the third opening for Red Engine this year, with two more planned before the end of 2025.
Spanish restaurant group Camino is launching a new Basque pintxo bar called Pintxito in Covent Garden later this month. The intimate venue will serve traditional pintxos and Basque wines.
Neighbourhood café and deli concept Popin has secured its third London site, this time in Battersea, continuing its steady growth across the capital.
Craft beer and pizza brand Crate Brewery is opening its second site in Canary Wharf, building on the success of its original Hackney Wick location. 
Blank Street Coffee, the US coffee chain that entered the UK in 2022, is preparing to open its first Leeds location. The site will be in Leeds city centre, taking over a former Starbucks unit.
Burger & Sauce, the fast-growing burger franchise, has opened a new site at the Merry Hill shopping centre in the West Midlands, adding to its regional presence.
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