TGI Fridays has launched a UK ‘comeback’ after a rescue deal saved it from the brink of collapse late last year.
The UK arm of the US chain, which first arrived from across the pond in 1986, saw the bulk of its remaining restaurants bought out by Breal Capital and Calveton UK after its previous operator fell into administration.
It meant that nearly 2,400 jobs had been saved, but led to more than 1,000 redundancies as 35 restaurants not included in the sale were forced to close.
TGI has now revealed a ‘full brand reset’ to rebuild in the UK, with the brand boasting new dishes and grill items.
The relaunch was timed to coincide with Independence Day in the US last week.
A new and improved menu includes an ‘ultimate Texas mixed grill’ and cajun-spiced salmon fillet.
Relaunch: TGI Fridays has launched a UK ‘comeback’ after a rescue deal saved it from the brink of collapse late last year
The bistro chain, which reportedly now employs 2,500 people across 49 restaurants, said its takings have picked up so far in 2025.
UK chief executive Julie McEwan added: ‘TGI Fridays has a rich heritage of bold flavour, high-energy hospitality and unforgettable celebrations – and we’ve gone back to those roots to bring that magic into a new era.’
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