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South Wales Argus
6 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Carl's Jr. reveals opening date for second UK site in Swansea
Carl's Jr., which was founded in 1941, boasts more than 1,100 stores across the US and can also be found in more than 39 countries around the world. It is known for its "iconic charbroiled burgers," including the Famous Star With Cheese and Western Bacon Cheeseburger. Carl's Jr. opened its first-ever UK store in Cardiff on April 3, 2025. Carl's Jr. opened its first-ever UK restaurant in Cardiff on April 3. (Image: Carl's Jr./Boparan Restaurant Group) Carl's Jr. reveals opening date of second UK store in South Wales Now, Carl's Jr. is set to open its second UK store in Swansea. The restaurant will be located at 40 Wind Street, Swansea, SA1 1EE, and will officially open its doors to the public on September 4, 2025. The new Carl's Jr. restaurant will offer seating for over 40 guests and will create around 25 new jobs. Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG) Country Manager for Carl's Jr. UK, David Moffat, said: 'After an incredible response in Cardiff, we're thrilled to be opening in Swansea. 'This next opening continues our mission to bring the true Carl's Jr. experience to the UK — bold flavour, great service, and quality ingredients. We can't wait to welcome the Swansea community.' Free burgers and merchandise on opening day Carl's Jr. will be giving away free burgers and merchandise on the opening day of its Swansea restaurant (September 4). The first 100 customers through the door will receive a free burger and exclusive Carl's Jr. merchandise (including its fan favourite hoodies). Carl's Jr. will be giving away free burgers and merchandise on the opening day of its Swansea restaurant. (Image: Carl's Jr./Boparan Restaurant Group) It will also run a "Find the Star" competition to mark the opening of the new restaurant. Branded stars with a 'You've Won a Free Burger!' message will be hidden in popular spots around Wind Street. Lucky finders can bring their star into Carl's Jr. (Swansea) during opening week to redeem a free Famous Star Burger. "Better than any other fast food chain" - What customers think of Carl's Jr. Carl's Jr. comes highly recommended by customers, with Reddit users describing it as the "GOAT" (greatest of all time). The UK's favourite takeaways A third user posted: "As an Australian, Carl's Jr is goat purely cause they're the only place that still has soda refills." While another person added: "Carl's Jr. kept me alive for years and I will fight you to the death over it." The Cardiff store has also received rave reviews since opening in April, boasting a 4.3 star rating on Google from 1,885 reviews. One customer, writing a review on Google, described Carl's Jr. (Cardiff) as "BANGING" and "better than McDonald's or any other fast food chain in the UK". RECOMMENDED READING: Another customer added: "I have to say the food was great, I tried my very best but it defeated me. You are going to be full leaving here no doubt. "All the staff were fantastic, above and beyond good. "Callum was particularly helpful, it was our first visit so we needed a bit of help. Callum talked us through the choices and the milkshake options. The milkshakes are outstanding btw!" "Overall, an amazing visit, will definitely return."
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'Delicious' American chain 'far better than McDonald's' opens next week
An American burger sensation is set to open in the UK from next week. Carl's Jr, a Californian fast-food giant, has Cardiff marked for its inaugural site, however, has said it has a vision to establish 100 restaurants across the UK within the next four years. It will launch on Thursday, April 3, with a second poised to open somewhere in southern England just in time for the summer season. The remaining 98 locations remain under wraps, but Liverpool could be a possibility. David Moffat, who is helming the UK expansion as country manager, told news publication JOE: "We're looking at a sturdy rollout with a target of 100 restaurants plus in four years." READ MORE: I visited the 'best place to live in the UK' just 20 miles from Liverpool, and now I'm packing my bags READ MORE: Dad with £900 in bank couldn't believe what happened when he answered his front door First founded in 1941, Carl's Jr. operates more than 1,000 locations in the United States and 28 other countries. The chain prides itself on being a 'hangover cure' and is most loved for its meat—and veggie-packed burgers, breakfast burritos, and sandwiches. Carl's JR did hint on Instagram that the menu for the UK sites would be revealed soon as it continues to work with YouTuber Alix Earle. While official plans for the chain's UK takeover remain under wraps, foodies took to social media to share their excitement. Tiff said: 'I am seriously thinking of making a trip just for this'. David added: 'We're totally ready for this'. Vale wrote: 'If you need any tasters before opening day, I will gladly sacrifice myself in the call of duty.' Jessie said: 'This is better than groceries. This is groceries.' A few fans even made the bold claim on X that it was better than McDonald's. Wolv wrote: 'Carl's Jr burger tastes better than McDonald's burger.' Mark said: 'Personally, I don't find McDonald's food better than functional. Carl's Jr, on the other hand, actually has tasty burgers.' Echoing a similar sentiment, Uni said: 'I ate Carl's Jr for the first time. It was really delicious. Far better than McDonald's, though a little expensive.' It comes as its counterpart on Lord Street recently reopened with a new refurb. The city centre McDonald's branch, which is owned and operated by local franchisee Tony Higdon, reopened after a 'convenience of the future' redesign, having been closed for renovations since January. The revamp includes a new restaurant layout with the latest technology to create a more seamless experience for customers. Some of the key changes include a front counter redesign, which will create specific areas for different sales channels, meaning more space for customers to enjoy their meals, less congestion around touchscreens, and shorter queues. There is also a dedicated courier entrance, allowing the crew to better accommodate courier needs, alongside reducing congestion in the dining area to create a more relaxing restaurant environment for customers. The kitchen's redesign includes a bigger order assembly area and dedicated areas to prepare dine-in orders, which will help the crew serve more quickly, efficiently, and accurately. The redesign of McDonald's kitchen and dining areas also improves digital sales channels and the McDonald's App and makes smarter use of internal space to enhance the dine-in experience. The restaurant will also now offer table service. You can see it in full here.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
American fast food chain looking to move to Oxford
American fast food chain Carl's Jr. is looking to move to Oxford after opening its first store in the UK. The Californian burger joint was first founded in 1941 and operates in more than 1,000 locations across the US and in 28 other countries. Plans, as first reported by RestaurantOnline, will see a first site open in the capital of Wales, Cardiff, in April while a second location in southern England is planned before the summer. READ MORE: Taco Bell opens first ever restaurant in Oxfordshire Carl's Jr. could be opening in Oxfordshire. (Image: Carl's Jr.) David Moffat, country manager for Carl's Jr. UK, told the publication: "We're looking at a sturdy rollout with a target of 100 restaurants plus in four years. 'We'll open a number of corporate stores that we'll retain as we go along and we'll also be going into the sub franchise market, which we hope to begin actioning towards the end of the year. 'We've had a lot of interest from big group franchisees already.' READ MORE: James Corden and wife building £8m country house in Oxfordshire Why wait for news? With Oxford Mail get real-time updates directly on our ad-free app. Subscribe for unlimited access to our digital edition and enjoy 80 per cent fewer ads. Your news, your way, every day. #UnlimitedNews #AdLightExperiencehttps:// — Oxford Mail (@TheOxfordMail) March 10, 2025 No further details were revealed for when the other 98 sites are planned to open or where they could open. The Oxford Mail approached Carl's Jr. over whether one of these stores would be in Oxford and the fast food team confirmed the city was an option. A spokesperson for Carl's Jr. said: 'We are looking for locations up and down the country so I would think Oxford is on the list."
