Sushi Shop opens first store in Clapham

Sushi Shop has opened its first franchised store in Clapham, with further plans for cooperation on more store openings in the London area.

The news comes as the European chain of Japanese specialties has secured AmRest as a new franchisee for Sushi Shop’s UK expansion. AmRest currently operates four popular London cafes. 

Sushi Shop has successfully established an international network of company-operated and franchised stores across nine countries and has been part of AmRest, a multi-brand restaurant operator with a portfolio of first-class brands across 23 countries, since 2018.

In addition, the brand offers opportunities for expansion in towns and cities throughout the UK, especially due to its limited hot food options, meaning the stores can operate in retail spaces in most cases.

Simon Chaplin, senior director of pubs, restaurants and franchise in Christie and Co’s hospitality team, said: “We are delighted to have secured a new franchisee for AmRest to help expand the Sushi Shop brand across the UK, and look forward to securing additional partners in 2023. 

“Sushi Shop has a wide appeal by providing a fresh, healthy food option that is well suited to all meal categories, be it lunch, dinner, snack or occasional dining, just right for today’s consumer.”