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SOHO Coffee FRESH & ETHICAL SOHO Coffee is launching its UK franchise opportunity, building on its success with 30 UK locations and 15 international franchised sites. As a BFA-accredited brand in the £5bn fast-casual café market, SOHO offers franchise partners strong operational support, innovative product development, and a commitment to fresh, ethical food and quality coffee. 12th Street Burgers PREMIUM QSR 12th Street Burgers is on a mission to become the UK’s leading premium burger brand. With plans to open 25+ franchise locations in five years, the brand is focused on quality, community, and customer experience. Franchisees don’t need prior restaurant experience, just passion and commitment to growing a thriving and community- driven local business. Buy & Bite ASIAN COMFORT FOOD Buy & Bite aims to be a top brand for Japanese omurice and Asian comfort food in the UK and beyond. With multiple franchise locations already in operation, the brand is focused on maintaining quality and efficiency while expanding to more locations. They offer strong support with a simple business model to passionate, hands-on franchisees. Leb+Nöm QUICK PROFIT MAKER As part of the Dish’d portfolio of virtual brands, Leb+Nöm delivers authentic Lebanese flavours through its streamlined operations. Dish’d offers its franchisees easy- to-prepare menus, strong support, and a proven model for growth. This is a prime opportunity for commercial kitchens and high street food businesses to expand with a trusted brand. Captain D’s FAST SEAFOOD This leading American fast-casual seafood chain is expanding to the UK. A 20-unit multi-unit franchise agreement is already underway, with the first UK restaurant opening in the London area by June 2025. With plans for 100-120 units over the next 10 years, the brand seeks franchisees with strong operational and people skills, ideally with franchise industry experience. Mr Simms Sweet Shop NOSTALGIC APPEAL Expanding rapidly, this growing sweet franchise seeks passionate franchisees to drive its success. Ideal candidates are ambitious entrepreneurs with retail or food industry experience, a commitment to multi-unit growth, and a customer-first mindset. With strong support and a proven model, franchisees can build a thriving business in a booming market. EXPANDING UK & GLOBALLY When Chicken Cottage launched in 1994, it became the UK’s first halal fried chicken brand. Fast-forward 30 years, and it’s a global success story, with over 70 restaurants across the UK and a growing presence in Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. Recent expansion into Ireland marks a new phase of UK and Irish openings, with a focus on major cities. Renowned for its bold flavours and high- quality ingredients, Chicken Cottage is seeking franchisees to lead the next stage of UK expansion. This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established brand backed by an experienced management team, world-class marketing expertise, and exceptional operational support. Chicken Cottage “Chicken Cottage is a powerhouse brand with global potential – there’s no better time to join our journey!” – Sadaf Kazi, Franchise Business Partner 89% OF FRANCHISE UNITS ARE PROFITABLE. WITH 66% OF UK FRANCHISORS REPORTING BETTER TRADING NOW THAN PRE- PANDEMIC 25 WHAT-FRANCHISE.COM 50 Growing Food Franchi ses | PARTNER CONTENT