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Time Out
3 days ago
- Business
- Time Out
Europe's first airport Five Guys is landing at London Heathrow Airport
Heathrow Terminal 5 is one of the best places in the world for airport grub. Yes, really – the restaurant experts at Food & Wine have said so. For fancy fliers, there's Gordon Ramsay Plane Food, the Fortnum and Mason Bar and La Belle Epoque and for the rest of us there are firm favourites like Wagamama, Itsu and good old Wetherspoons. So it only makes sense that T5 will be the very first airport terminal in Europe to get a Five Guys. Soon you'll be able to get your hands on a big fat oozing bacon cheeseburger right before your 6am flight to New York, if you want. The hub has been renamed 'Terminal Five Guys' to mark the momentous occasion. Expected to open late this year, Five Guys will be on the upper level of the terminal with around 90 seats for eating in, plus a takeaway option. It's opening times will align with the first and last flight of each day, so no one misses out, and will have ordering kiosks in six different languages. The American chain's breakfast options (egg, cheese or bacon sandwiches) will be available throughout the day, as will its classic burgers, hotdogs, boardwalk-style fries and milkshakes. It's been more than a decade since Five Guys first landed in the UK, with its first British branch opening in Covent Garden in 2013. John Eckbert, the CEO of Five Guys UK said: 'We are thrilled to be opening a brand new Five Guys at Heathrow Terminal 5 this year. Having opened over 170 restaurants across the UK since we first launched back in 2013, the brand has established itself as one of the nation's favourites for premium burgers. 'Now Five Guys is cementing itself at the UK's busiest travel hub; we are excited to be providing our delicious menu to travellers as part of their journeys.'
Metro
6 days ago
- Business
- Metro
Europe's first airport Five Guys to open in UK's busiest travel hub
Heathrow Airport has announced plans to open a new Five Guys restaurant, in a European first. Set to launch in Terminal 5 – which has been temporarily renamed 'Terminal Five Guys' for the occasion – the popular American chain is making its debut at the UK's busiest airport later in 2025. Five Guys opened its first UK restaurant back in 2013, but this will mark its first venture into any airport in either the UK or Europe. Located on the terminal's upper level, the 2,500-square-foot burger joint is expected to seat around 90 diners, as well as offering a takeaway service for travellers on the go. With opening times spanning from the first to last flight each day, it'll also feature a special menu tailored to passengers dealing with jet lag and navigating time zone shifts. Although the exact details have yet to be revealed, the chain has confirmed that breakfast options will be available to order throughout the day, alongside Five Guys' signature burgers, hot dogs and hand-cut fries. The restaurant is expected to create between 80 and 100 new jobs, and will include ordering kiosks in six languages. 'We are thrilled to be opening a brand new Five Guys at Heathrow Terminal 5 this year,' John Eckbert, CEO of Five Guys UK said. 'Having opened over 170 restaurants across the UK since we first launched back in 2013, the brand has established itself as one of the nation's favourites for premium burgers. 'Now Five Guys is cementing itself at the UK's busiest travel hub; we are excited to be providing our delicious menu to travellers as part of their journeys.' The American fast food chain was founded in Virginia in 1986 and opened its first UK location in Covent Garden in 2013. Travellers can find the restaurant at several major US airports and Dubai International Airport, which opened last year to become the first Five Guys airport location outside North America. More Trending Heathrow saw around 81 million passengers pass through in 2024 and is targeting a record 84.2 million in 2025. Terminal 5, the main base for British Airways, is the busiest airport terminal in Europe, and plans for expansion are already underway. Holidaymakers aren't the only ones being treated to new fast food spots though, so you don't need a boarding pass to get your fix. Parisian burger joint Dumbo is opening its first ever UK site very soon, while an Asian dessert chain called Mammy Pancake also hit British shores earlier this month. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: Fast food worker 'shoots dead customer over missing mayonnaise packets' MORE: Staff at luxury London auction house speak out after ramraid burglary MORE: Fox left screaming for hours after becoming submerged and stuck in thick oil
North Wales Live
22-05-2025
- Business
- North Wales Live
Five Guys to open first restaurant of its kind at Heathrow
Five Guys and Heathrow have announced that the burger brand will be opening a new restaurant at Heathrow Terminal 5 later this year. The new Five Guys restaurant will be the first opening in a UK and European airport. The 2,500 square feet unit will be on the upper level of Heathrow T5, and is predicted to serve approximately 90 covers, as well as offering a speedy takeaway option for travellers. The site will also create between 80-100 new jobs for the terminal. Trading from first flight to last flight, Five Guys will be offering daytime and breakfast menu options to Heathrow passengers. The restaurant will feature elements tailored for Heathrow, including a dedicated Welcome Host to greet passengers. Distinctive design enhancements will include an increased number of ordering kiosks in six different languages and travel-friendly elements. 'We are thrilled to be opening a brand new Five Guys at Heathrow Terminal 5 this year,' said John Eckbert, CEO of Five Guys UK. 'Having opened over 170 restaurants across the UK since we first launched back in 2013, the brand has established itself as one of the nation's favourites for premium burgers. Now Five Guys is cementing itself at the UK's busiest travel hub; we are excited to be providing our delicious menu to travellers as part of their journeys.' Fraser Brown, Retail Director at Heathrow, said: 'We're very excited to welcome Five Guys to Terminal 5 - becoming the first airport in the UK and Europe to host the beloved burger brand. This exciting addition reflects our commitment to making every journey better, as we continue to build an extraordinary airport fit for the future. We're confident this new arrival will be a hit with our passengers.' Founded in Virginia in 1986 and launched in the UK in 2013 in London's Covent Garden, the American-diner style restaurant has amassed a loyal fanbase.
Wales Online
22-05-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
Five Guys to open first restaurant of its kind at Heathrow
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Five Guys and Heathrow have announced that the burger brand will be opening a new restaurant at Heathrow Terminal 5 later this year. The new Five Guys restaurant will be the first opening in a UK and European airport. The 2,500 square feet unit will be on the upper level of Heathrow T5, and is predicted to serve approximately 90 covers, as well as offering a speedy takeaway option for travellers. The site will also create between 80-100 new jobs for the terminal. Trading from first flight to last flight, Five Guys will be offering daytime and breakfast menu options to Heathrow passengers. The restaurant will feature elements tailored for Heathrow, including a dedicated Welcome Host to greet passengers. Distinctive design enhancements will include an increased number of ordering kiosks in six different languages and travel-friendly elements. 'We are thrilled to be opening a brand new Five Guys at Heathrow Terminal 5 this year,' said John Eckbert, CEO of Five Guys UK. 'Having opened over 170 restaurants across the UK since we first launched back in 2013, the brand has established itself as one of the nation's favourites for premium burgers. Now Five Guys is cementing itself at the UK's busiest travel hub; we are excited to be providing our delicious menu to travellers as part of their journeys.' Fraser Brown, Retail Director at Heathrow, said: 'We're very excited to welcome Five Guys to Terminal 5 - becoming the first airport in the UK and Europe to host the beloved burger brand. This exciting addition reflects our commitment to making every journey better, as we continue to build an extraordinary airport fit for the future. We're confident this new arrival will be a hit with our passengers.' Founded in Virginia in 1986 and launched in the UK in 2013 in London's Covent Garden, the American-diner style restaurant has amassed a loyal fanbase.
