TGI Fridays has announced a major comeback with a new menu and plans to revitalise its restaurants, following its rescue from administration last year. The US-themed chain said it has undergone a significant transformation since being bought out of administration in October, describing the move as a 'full brand reset'.
The comeback will see half of its dishes updated and 70 per cent of grill items reworked, incorporating new flavours and more customisation. The brand will also revive its 'Americana' influence and theatre theme, with some locations reintroducing photo booths and candyfloss machines.
To mark the relaunch, TGI Fridays is offering diners who order from the menu over Independence Weekend (July 4-6) a voucher for a free return meal, valid on weekdays for the rest of the month. The chain hopes to encourage more customers to return.
The rescue deal saw 51 restaurants acquired by private equity firms Breal Capital and Calveton UK, but led to the closure of 35 sites and about 1,000 staff redundancies. TGI Fridays now operates 49 restaurants in the UK with around 2,500 employees. The company said restructuring has resulted in a leaner business with reduced overhead costs.
Julie McEwan, chief executive of TGI Fridays UK, said: 'This is an exciting moment for TGI Fridays – a full brand reset that reinforces everything people have always loved about us. Over the past eight months, we’ve restructured the business, invested in our incredible team, and rebuilt our offer around quality, value and experience.' The chain also reported improved sales since the start of 2025, after struggling with falling sales in the casual dining sector.
