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A bold, modern izakaya bringing yakitori, robata, sushi and craft Japanese cocktails to the UK's best high streets.
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A modern izakaya, built for tonight.
YakiYa is a contemporary Japanese izakaya — a place to gather, share small plates and drink late. Smoke from the robata, the snap of the binchotan, neon glow on lacquered wood.
Built around an open kitchen, our menu spans yakitori skewers, robata-grilled meats and fish, fresh sushi and a serious sake, whisky and cocktail list. The result is a high-energy, repeat-visit destination with broad appeal across lunch, dinner and late-night.
Why YakiYa. Why now.
UK Asian-food dining market, growing year on year.
The fastest-growing segment in UK hospitality.
Lunch, dinner, late-night and weekend brunch revenue streams.
Concept refined in operating sites with strong covers and AOV.
By the numbers
Gross margin in Year 1.
A tight, replicable kitchen format built for speed, consistency and operator margin from day one.
Four pillars. One destination.
Noodles
Yakisoba, ramen and udon — wok-charred or simmered in deep, layered broths.
Robata & Rice
Open-flame grilled meats and seasonal vegetables, served over rice or as donburi bowls.
Sushi & Sharing
Signature rolls, sashimi, bao and bento — built for sharing across the table.
Bar
Sake, Japanese whisky, highballs and a Tokyo-meets-London cocktail programme.
Signatures
Straight from the kitchen.
A brand that's already on the high street.
Multiple YakiYa sites trading across London — proving the format, the menu and the customer demand every day.
A proven, scalable format.
2,500–4,500 sq ft. High-street, leisure scheme or destination location.
70–140 covers plus bar seating and counter dining at the open kitchen.
Single-unit or multi-unit territory agreements available.
10-year franchise agreement with renewal option.
The numbers.
Turn-key set-up
Fees & Term
Three-year projection
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | £700,000 | £854,000 | £930,860 |
| Cost of sales | £293,100 | £359,622 | £395,828 |
| Gross profit | £406,900 | £494,378 | £535,032 |
| Gross margin | 58.1% | 57.9% | 57.5% |
| Total overheads | £298,661 | £341,171 | £363,980 |
| Profit before tax | £108,239 | £153,207 | £171,052 |
| PBT margin | 15.5% | 17.9% | 18.4% |
Indicative figures from the YakiYa franchise financial model (April 2026) for an Express format site. Detailed breakdowns issued under NDA.
You're never running it alone.
Site selection, lease negotiation and design support
Full operations manual and SOPs
Pre-opening training for management and kitchen team
Supply chain, procurement and central recipe library
Marketing launch plan, brand toolkit and ongoing campaigns
Dedicated franchise business manager
From enquiry to opening.
Voted & recommended.
A brand customers trust and the industry has recognised — from ARTA wins to Restaurant Guru and UberEats finalist honours.
Google reviews
Loved by customers.
Best halal Japanese in London — the teriyaki bowls are unreal. Portion size, flavour, service: all 10/10.
Fast, fresh and packed with flavour. The katsu curry is gold-standard. New regular spot for me.
Wagamama who? YakiYa is on a different level. Yakisoba is fire and the staff are so welcoming.
The ramen broth is genuinely some of the best I've had outside Japan. Worth the trip across town.
Came for lunch, stayed for two more bowls. Spicy koji chicken — life-changing. Will be back tomorrow.
Slick fit-out, fast service, huge portions. Brand feels premium without the premium price.
We come every week. Dorayaki for dessert is a must. Whole team know us by name now.
Best teriyaki bowl in the UK. The sauce alone is worth five stars. Insanely good value.
Loved everything. Vegan options actually slap — yakisoba and tofu katsu were both incredible.
From order to bowl in under 10 minutes and it was perfect. This concept is going to be huge.
Best halal Japanese in London — the teriyaki bowls are unreal. Portion size, flavour, service: all 10/10.
Fast, fresh and packed with flavour. The katsu curry is gold-standard. New regular spot for me.
Wagamama who? YakiYa is on a different level. Yakisoba is fire and the staff are so welcoming.
The ramen broth is genuinely some of the best I've had outside Japan. Worth the trip across town.
Came for lunch, stayed for two more bowls. Spicy koji chicken — life-changing. Will be back tomorrow.
Slick fit-out, fast service, huge portions. Brand feels premium without the premium price.
We come every week. Dorayaki for dessert is a must. Whole team know us by name now.
Best teriyaki bowl in the UK. The sauce alone is worth five stars. Insanely good value.
Loved everything. Vegan options actually slap — yakisoba and tofu katsu were both incredible.
From order to bowl in under 10 minutes and it was perfect. This concept is going to be huge.
Questions.
What experience do I need?+
Hospitality or multi-unit retail experience is ideal but not essential. We're looking for operators and investors with the capital and ambition to run a premium concept to a high standard.
Do I need to be hands-on?+
Both owner-operator and investor (with an appointed operating partner) models are considered.
What territories are available?+
Selected UK and international territories. Speak to us about your preferred location.
How long until I open?+
Typically 6–9 months from signed agreement, subject to site.
Let's talk.
Tell us about you and your preferred territory. We respond to every serious enquiry within 48 hours.