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South Wales Argus
7 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."
South Wales Argus
17-06-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Carl's Jr. to open second UK site in Swansea
Carl's Jr., which was founded in 1941, boasts more than 1100 stores across the US and can also be found in more than 25 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: Boparan Restaurant Group) Carl's Jr. set to open second UK store in South Wales Now, Carl's Jr. is set to open its second UK store in Swansea. Group Head of Marketing at Boparan Restaurant Group (owner and operators of Carl's Jr. in the UK), James Dodd, said: "After successfully opening the first ever UK store in Cardiff earlier this year, Carl's Jr is excited to be opening yet another store in south Wales. This time in Swansea. "We have been overjoyed with the welcome we have received from the Welsh public so far and can't wait to open the Swansea store in early September." When will Carl's Jr. open in Swansea? An exact date for the opening of Carl's Jr. in Swansea is yet to be revealed. However, Mr Dodd confirmed it would be in "early September". 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). One person, commenting on Reddit group r/unpopularopinion, said: "I find Carl's Jr/ Hardee's to be much better than most, including McDonald's and Burger King." Another fan commented: "The Western Bacon Cheeseburger is undefeated." 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." More Carl's Jr stores coming to the UK in 2025 The US burger chain plans on opening 100 sites across the UK within the next four years. RECOMMENDED READING: Along with the Swansea site, there are set to be five more new restaurants opening before the end of 2025, according to The Sun. These will be located in: Southampton Bristol Manchester York Leeds If you can't wait for the opening of the new sites, Carl's Jr. in St David's Dewi Sant Shopping Centre, Cardiff, is open now.
