We are delighted to announce the opening of our newest Favorite Chicken & Ribs location at the Shell Service Station, Tollgate, conveniently situated off the A2.

This opening represents much more than simply adding another restaurant to our estate. It marks an exciting step forward in our growth strategy as we continue to explore new opportunities beyond our traditional standalone restaurants and independent franchise locations. By partnering with leading forecourt and convenience retail operators, we are bringing the Favorite Chicken & Ribs brand directly to customers where they already live, work and travel.

Our new Tollgate location sits at the heart of a vibrant retail destination, sharing space with well-known brands including Greggs and Costa Express, while benefiting from its position within the SPAR convenience store. Together, these complementary food and retail offerings create a compelling destination for customers looking for quality food, refreshments and everyday essentials in one convenient location.

The location also benefits from being situated within a busy Shell forecourt, attracting a diverse customer base throughout the day. From commuters travelling along the A2 to families embarking on longer journeys, business travellers, local residents and passing motorists, the site offers access to a constant flow of potential customers who value convenience, quality and speed of service.

One of the key advantages of this format is accessibility. Customers can take advantage of ample on-site parking, making it easy to stop, refuel, pick up groceries, grab a coffee, and enjoy freshly prepared Favorite Chicken & Ribs, all in a single visit. For today's busy consumers, convenience is increasingly important, and this location is perfectly positioned to meet those needs.

This opening also marks the beginning of an exciting strategic partnership with AF Blakemore, whose expertise and support have been instrumental in bringing this project to life. Their commitment to creating exceptional retail environments has enabled us to establish a location that showcases the strength of our brand while complementing the wider customer offer within the site.

As we look to the future, we see significant opportunities for Favorite Chicken & Ribs to grow within corporate franchise and multi-brand retail environments. The Tollgate opening demonstrates how our proven food offering can successfully integrate alongside established retail and convenience brands, creating value for customers, landlords and operating partners alike.

We are incredibly proud of what has been achieved at Tollgate and would like to thank everyone involved in making this opening a success. Most importantly, we look forward to welcoming customers old and new to experience Favorite Chicken & Ribs in this exciting new setting.

This is an important milestone for our business, and just the beginning of an exciting new direction for the Favorite Chicken! 

To make any enquiries regarding Corporate Franchising, please email corporate@favorite.co.uk