PubKitchens

Pub Kitchen Guides

Practical guides for anyone considering a pub kitchen residency in the UK. Costs, contracts, equipment, and how to get started.

Business Model2026-01-15
What Is a Pub Residency? The 2026 Guide to Renting Pub Kitchens

A pub kitchen residency is a licence-to-occupy arrangement where you operate your food business from an existing pub's kitchen. Here's how they work, what they cost, and whether they're right for you.

Business Model2026-01-20
Pub Kitchen vs Dark Kitchen: Cost and Profit Comparison 2026

Pub kitchens and dark kitchens serve different strategies. Here's a realistic cost and profit breakdown to help you decide which model fits your food business.

Business Model2026-01-25
The 10-Step Checklist for Launching a Food Brand in a Pub

From finding the right pub to your first service, here's a practical 10-step checklist for launching a food business from a pub kitchen in the UK.

Business Model2026-01-28
Pub Kitchen Agreements: Licence to Occupy vs Commercial Lease

Most pub kitchens operate under a licence to occupy, not a lease. Here's what that means for you, how the two differ, and what to watch for in your agreement.

Business Model2026-02-01
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Commercial Kitchen in the UK?

Commercial kitchen rental in the UK ranges from £500/mo for a pub kitchen to £5,000+/mo for a dark kitchen. Here's a city-by-city breakdown of what you'll actually pay.

Equipment & Compliance2026-02-03
The Essential Equipment List: What Every Pub Kitchen Needs

Most pub kitchens come equipped, but the spec varies hugely. Here's what to expect, what to check, and what you might need to add.

City Guide2026-02-05
Top 10 UK Cities for Food Startups in 2026

Where should you launch your food business? We've ranked the UK's top 10 cities by kitchen costs, delivery demand, and pub kitchen availability.

Equipment & Compliance2026-02-07
Food Hygiene Ratings for Pub Kitchens: What You Need to Know

Your food hygiene rating is public and affects delivery platform visibility. Here's how the FSA inspection works for pub kitchen operators and how to prepare.

Business Model2026-02-08
How to Market Your Delivery Brand from a Pub Kitchen

Running a delivery brand from a pub gives you advantages most dark kitchen operators don't have. Here's how to exploit them for maximum orders.

Business Model2026-02-10
From One Pub Kitchen to Five: How Kitchen Residencies Scale

The pub kitchen model isn't just for testing concepts — it's a genuine scaling strategy. Here's how operators grow from one site to multiple locations.