Business Growth Fund

Business Growth Fund, established in 2011, is a prominent investor in small and mid-sized businesses, offering patient capital and strategic support to growing companies and ambitious entrepreneurs. As the UK and Ireland’s most active investor in small and medium-sized companies, they have £2.5bn to support businesses across various sectors and regions. With 14 offices, they are closely connected to the businesses they invest in. Boasting a team of over 150 professionals and a network of board-level executives, they aim to drive economic activity by enabling entrepreneurs to scale up their businesses and contribute to increased employment, exports, and overall growth. The companies in their portfolio collectively employ close to 50,000 people, highlighting their significant impact on the business landscape.

Olly Cutting

Investor

David Gammie

Investor

Nigel Rudd

Chairman

James Skade

Investor

Alex Snodgrass

Investor

Hannah Waters

Investor

Past deals in Restaurants

Paperchase Accountancy

Private Equity Round in 2025
Paperchase Accountancy, established in 1989 and based in Croydon, UK, specializes in accounting and auditing services, primarily serving the hospitality and restaurant sectors. The firm offers a comprehensive range of services, including tax and compliance, CFO and COO services, property services, and corporate finance. Additionally, it provides mergers and acquisitions advisory services to its clients.

Dublin Meat Company

Venture Round in 2022
Dublin Meat Company is a butcher shop operator based in Ireland that specializes in providing quality meat and ready meals. The company focuses on delivering clean, macro-friendly meals, soups, and protein pots directly to homes and offices. With an emphasis on same-day delivery, Dublin Meat Company aims to offer affordable prices while ensuring customers receive high-quality products. The combination of ready-made options and fresh meat catering to consumer needs distinguishes the company in the food service market.

Gousto

Series E in 2019
Gousto is a home meal kit service that delivers fresh, organic, and seasonal ingredients along with curated recipes directly to customers' doorsteps. Founded in 2011 by Timo and James, the company addresses the challenges of meal preparation by offering an easy online platform where users can select from a weekly updated menu of recipes. Each recipe is developed by a team of chefs and tested by their friends and families to ensure quality and appeal. Gousto allows subscribers the flexibility to pause their service as needed, making it convenient for those with busy lifestyles. The company has evolved from its initial market stall offerings into a comprehensive service that simplifies the cooking process while promoting healthy eating.

Mission Mars

Venture Round in 2018
Mission Mars Limited is a hospitality company based in Manchester, United Kingdom, founded in 2015. It owns and operates a diverse portfolio of venues, including restaurants, bars, and pubs such as Albert Hall, Albert’s Schloss, The Deaf Institute, Rudy’s, Trof, Gorilla, The Viking Pub & Bakehouse, The Elephant Pub & Bakehouse, and Liberty Tavern. The company is focused on delivering global cuisine, beverages, and entertainment experiences while emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and affordability. By managing multiple franchises across Northwest England, Mission Mars aims to create enjoyable and accessible hospitality experiences for its customers.

Gousto

Series D in 2018
Gousto is a home meal kit service that delivers fresh, organic, and seasonal ingredients along with curated recipes directly to customers' doorsteps. Founded in 2011 by Timo and James, the company addresses the challenges of meal preparation by offering an easy online platform where users can select from a weekly updated menu of recipes. Each recipe is developed by a team of chefs and tested by their friends and families to ensure quality and appeal. Gousto allows subscribers the flexibility to pause their service as needed, making it convenient for those with busy lifestyles. The company has evolved from its initial market stall offerings into a comprehensive service that simplifies the cooking process while promoting healthy eating.

Crepeaffaire

Venture Round in 2018
Crepeaffaire Limited is a London-based company that was incorporated in 2004 and specializes in the food and beverage sector. The company operates coffee shops that offer a diverse menu featuring sweet and savory crepes, breakfast options, vegan dishes, waffles, mini pancakes, and a selection of drinks. Crepeaffaire aims to provide a unique dining experience, catering to a variety of tastes and dietary preferences. Through its establishments, the company combines quality food with a casual atmosphere, appealing to a broad customer base.

Bob & Berts

Venture Round in 2017
Bob & Berts is a coffee shop chain based in Portstewart, United Kingdom, with a focus on serving customers across Northern Ireland. The company offers a diverse menu that includes artisan coffee, hot and cold drinks, burgers, hot dogs, and a variety of food items such as tray bakes, light bites, sweet treats, shakes, and smoothies. Known for its distinctive style, Bob & Berts aims to provide a welcoming atmosphere and high-quality products to enhance the customer experience.

Filmore & Union

Venture Round in 2017
Filmore & Union operates a chain of restaurants and delis across Yorkshire and Newcastle, England. They specialize in serving fresh, seasonal dishes made with locally sourced ingredients, offering a diverse menu that caters to various tastes throughout the day, from breakfast to dinner.

Entier

Venture Round in 2017
Entier is Scotland's largest independent contract catering and support services company, headquartered in Aberdeen. The company specializes in delivering high-quality catering, housekeeping, maintenance, and hospitality services to various sectors, including oil and gas, education, and business. Entier operates cafes and provides tailored catering solutions for corporate events, private functions, and weddings, offering bespoke menus that cater to diverse themes and budgets. Their services range from canapés and BBQs to gourmet dining, ensuring that clients receive food options that meet their specific preferences and requirements.

Bar Soba Group

Venture Round in 2016
Bar Soba Group is a prominent operator of bars and restaurants in the United Kingdom, known for its unique blend of Pan-Asian street food and innovative cocktails. Established in 1999 in Glasgow, Bar Soba quickly became a key player in the city's dining scene, offering a diverse menu that features dishes from Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Malaysian cuisines. The company prides itself on providing guests with an exceptional culinary experience, complemented by its acclaimed cocktail-making classes led by skilled mixologists. Over the years, Bar Soba has expanded its presence, opening additional locations in Glasgow's West End, Edinburgh, and Leeds, while consistently delivering a vibrant atmosphere enhanced by local and international DJs. As a subsidiary of Camerons Brewery Limited, Bar Soba continues to grow its brand and influence in the UK's hospitality sector.

The Coaching Inn Group

Venture Round in 2016
The Coaching Inn Group Ltd. is a hotel operator based in the United Kingdom, managing a collection of properties located in Marsh, Oundle, Boston, Market Harborough, Horncastle, Piercebridge, Holmfirth, and Welshpool. The group offers a range of amenities, including accommodation rooms, restaurants, bars, and coffee lounges. Additionally, it provides versatile event spaces suitable for weddings, meetings, seminars, conferences, private dinners, dances, and wakes, catering to both leisure and business clientele.

Woodland Lakes Lodges

Private Equity Round in 2016
Woodland Lakes Lodges provides accommodation, a bar and a restaurant, and sports and activities.

Gousto

Series C in 2016
Gousto is a home meal kit service that delivers fresh, organic, and seasonal ingredients along with curated recipes directly to customers' doorsteps. Founded in 2011 by Timo and James, the company addresses the challenges of meal preparation by offering an easy online platform where users can select from a weekly updated menu of recipes. Each recipe is developed by a team of chefs and tested by their friends and families to ensure quality and appeal. Gousto allows subscribers the flexibility to pause their service as needed, making it convenient for those with busy lifestyles. The company has evolved from its initial market stall offerings into a comprehensive service that simplifies the cooking process while promoting healthy eating.

TD4 Brands

Venture Round in 2016
TD4 Brands Ltd operates a chain of juice bars.

Gousto

Series B in 2015
Gousto is a home meal kit service that delivers fresh, organic, and seasonal ingredients along with curated recipes directly to customers' doorsteps. Founded in 2011 by Timo and James, the company addresses the challenges of meal preparation by offering an easy online platform where users can select from a weekly updated menu of recipes. Each recipe is developed by a team of chefs and tested by their friends and families to ensure quality and appeal. Gousto allows subscribers the flexibility to pause their service as needed, making it convenient for those with busy lifestyles. The company has evolved from its initial market stall offerings into a comprehensive service that simplifies the cooking process while promoting healthy eating.

Giggling Squid

Venture Round in 2015
Giggling Squid is a growing chain of Thai restaurants headquartered in Guildford, United Kingdom. With a total of 13 locations, the company specializes in offering a diverse range of Thai cuisine for lunch, dinner, and takeaway. By focusing on providing authentic flavors and a welcoming dining experience, Giggling Squid aims to make Thai food accessible to a broad audience, contributing to its popularity and ongoing expansion.

The Coaching Inn Group

Private Equity Round in 2015
The Coaching Inn Group Ltd. is a hotel operator based in the United Kingdom, managing a collection of properties located in Marsh, Oundle, Boston, Market Harborough, Horncastle, Piercebridge, Holmfirth, and Welshpool. The group offers a range of amenities, including accommodation rooms, restaurants, bars, and coffee lounges. Additionally, it provides versatile event spaces suitable for weddings, meetings, seminars, conferences, private dinners, dances, and wakes, catering to both leisure and business clientele.

Barburrito

Venture Round in 2014
Barburrito operates a chain of restaurants that specializes in fast and healthy Mexican cuisine. The business combines the efficiency and affordability typical of fast food with the quality and freshness often found in casual dining. Its menu features a diverse selection of dishes, including burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, and nachos, all prepared with fresh ingredients. This focus on quality and speed appeals to customers seeking convenient yet nutritious meal options.

Dudson

Private Equity Round in 2014
Dudson Ltd. is a family-owned business with generations of experience in producing high-quality ceramics. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing ceramic tableware, along with glassware and cutlery, specifically tailored for the hospitality industry. By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design, Dudson provides a diverse range of products that cater to the needs of restaurants, hotels, and catering services, ensuring durability and style in their offerings.

Camino

Venture Round in 2012
Camino Leisure Holdings Limited operates a group of Spanish bars and restaurants, primarily located in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 2007, the establishment focuses on providing authentic Spanish cuisine and wines, creating an environment that reflects the dining and drinking culture of Spain. Camino aims to offer customers a genuine experience where they can enjoy traditional dishes in a social setting with friends and family.

Peyton and Byrne

Venture Round in 2012
Peyton and Byrne Ltd. is a company that operates a chain of restaurants and bakeries, primarily located at eight visitor attractions in London. It specializes in a diverse range of bakery products, including breads, pies, cakes, sandwiches, salads, cookies, and breakfast items, along with beverages such as coffee and tea. In addition to its food offerings, the company provides catering services for private events, including weddings and parties. Peyton and Byrne also features an online store where customers can purchase seasonal gifts, hampers, specialty teas, coffees, chocolates, preserves, honey, and gift vouchers.

Wear Inns

Venture Round in 2012
Wear Inns Limited is a pub management and acquisition company based in Castle Eden, United Kingdom, established in 2005. It operates a network of pubs across Yorkshire and the North East of England, including locations such as Ashington, Barnsley, and Newcastle. The pubs offer a diverse menu that includes breakfast, burgers, tapas, and various other meals, alongside a selection of drinks including cocktails, beers, and wines. Wear Inns aims to create a welcoming atmosphere for patrons, enhancing the dining and drinking experience in its establishments. The management team is led by Managing Director John Weir and Operations Director Frank Malone, who oversee the company's strategic direction and operations.

Barburrito

Venture Round in 2012
Barburrito operates a chain of restaurants that specializes in fast and healthy Mexican cuisine. The business combines the efficiency and affordability typical of fast food with the quality and freshness often found in casual dining. Its menu features a diverse selection of dishes, including burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, and nachos, all prepared with fresh ingredients. This focus on quality and speed appeals to customers seeking convenient yet nutritious meal options.
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