Wingstop leads over 60,000 sq ft of F&B and leisure deals at Meadowhall

Meadowhall has announced a flurry of new F&B and leisure deals, as seven brands invest in over 60,000 sq ft of space at the Sheffield shopping destination.

Leading the signings is Wingstop, which has signed for a 4,574 sq ft unit on the scheme’s Lower Level Oasis. This marks a debut for the operator in South Yorkshire and forms part of the restaurant brand’s ongoing expansion plans.

Adjacent to Wingstop, Vue has recommitted to Meadowhall to the scheme, renewing the lease on its 43,304 sq ft cinema. The site is currently undergoing a refurbishment, with work underway to transform the concourse and foyer areas.

Meanwhile, independent speciality coffee company Bean is investing in two separate spaces at Meadowhall, signing for a permanent 60-seat central mall unit at the entrance to Lower Level Oasis, alongside a pop-up on the centre’s Upper Level High Street.

Also making its regional debut at Meadowhall is Japanese restaurant concept Maki & Ramen, which is set to take a 1,846 sq ft space on Upper Level Oasis.

Local operator Suburb will also add to the food and beverage offer at Meadowhall, signing for a 2,791 sq ft unit on the Upper Level Oasis. Serving up handmade pizza and burgers, the space joins Suburb’s existing Doncaster location.

Also joining the scheme is Yorkshire-inspired eatery Harriet’s, which has taken a prominent 2,412 sq ft kiosk in front of the Frasers department store. A new concept from the team behind Caffe Rizzoli, Harriet’s will focus on local dishes with locally sourced ingredients.

Finally, long-term tenant Frankie & Benny’s has also recommitted to Meadowhall, with a deal that will include a refit of its 4,187 sq ft restaurant on Upper Level Oasis.

Richard Crowther, retail leasing director at British Land, said: “Meadowhall’s line-up of over 50 places to eat and drink is a significant reason our visitors choose to return to the destination time and time again. The latest 60,000 sq ft of F&B and leisure deals reflect Meadowhall’s regional dominance amongst shopping centres, continuing to attract investment from international and local brands, be they new or longstanding operators.”