The Sushi Co Opens 30th UK Branch in Hendon
A new 1,000 sq ft restaurant has launched on Central Circus, replacing a former pizza outlet.
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The Sushi Co, a rapidly expanding sushi chain, has launched its 30th UK restaurant in Hendon. The new 1,000 sq ft establishment opened on Friday, March 27, on Central Circus. This site was formerly occupied by Papa John’s.
Freshly Prepared Dining Experience
The Hendon branch features a live sushi kitchen, allowing customers to observe their food being prepared. Alex Fazly, the manager of the Hendon branch, highlighted this as a key differentiator, stating that their food is made fresh to order, contrasting with other chains that may keep pre-prepared food chilled. The menu includes a variety of sushi types such as hosomaki, uramaki, nigiri, and sashimi, alongside poke bowls and hot dishes like curries and gyozas.
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The restaurant employs eight staff members, including expert chef Mr Kyaw Min Khaung. Mr Fazly expressed enthusiasm for the Hendon location, describing it as family-friendly and fast-paced, suitable for all-day dining and late-night meals. The Sushi Co offers dine-in, delivery, and click-and-collect services.
Opening Celebrations and Expansion Plans
To mark the opening, The Sushi Co offered free sushi rolls to its first 200 customers starting at 12pm. The celebration also included a DJ and in-store promotions from 2pm to 9pm. The company is pursuing significant growth, with plans to open an additional 12 venues this year. New customers can receive 40 per cent off their initial three orders via the company's app or website using the code HDN40, subject to a minimum spend of £25 and applicable terms and conditions.
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