Trio of F&B operators invest in Edinburgh’s St James Quarter

St James Quarter in Edinburgh has welcomed a raft of investment from three food and beverage operators.

Itsu has reopened at the shopping destination, now operating as a company-run restaurant, the site having previously been a franchisee. Trading from a 2,000 sq ft space, Itsu will offer sushi, rice, and noodle bowls, as well as a range of Asian salads and snacks.

Meanwhile, Black Sheep Coffee has signed for a second location at St James Quarter. The operator will offer coffee alongside Norwegian waffles, bagels, toasties and açaí bowls, as well as its new range of matcha products.

Completing the signings is Pret A Manger, which will be opening a 3,000 sq ft flagship overlooking Multrees Walk.

Ed Corrigan at St James Quarter said: “Sitting in the heart of Edinburgh, it is crucial that St James Quarter provides a well-rounded blend of brands to provide visitors with all they need and want.  This latest investment from Itsu, Black Sheep Coffee and Pret does just that, adding three well-known high street names alongside our existing unique line-up of F&B brands in response to sustained consumer demand.”

These latest additions follow the signing of OAKBERRY, which will be serving its selection of açai bowls from a kiosk on Leith Street from this summer.

Culverwell and BGP acted for St James Quarter, while RAB Retail acted for Itsu, CBRE acted for Pret A Manger, and Black Sheep Coffee dealt direct.