Posted:12-December-2025
Sides is Coming to Scotland in 2026 With Two New Openings
Sides, the fastest-growing UK hot-chicken brand, has announced a significant F&B expansion across Scotland, as part of its national expansion strategy plan.
The brand is set to open two new locations across Scotland in the first half of 2026 in Glasgow and Livingston, marking its first entry into the Scottish market.
The venues will be located in Glasgow’s St. Enoch shopping centre and Livingston Designer Outlet, bringing the newest brick-and-mortar restaurants in Sides’s portfolio, as opening dates will be disclosed in due course.
After rapidly gaining popularity and a loyal fan base, Sides is now taking the next step in its growth journey by bringing its signature hot-chicken experience to Scotland.
Known for its bold flavours, innovative menu, and cult-like following, Sides’s arrival is set to introduce a fresh and exciting dining option for both Sidemen fans and newexperience-seeking customers, who are looking for a high-quality hot chicken.
The expansion into Scotland continues Sides’ big ambition to own the hot chicken category in the UK and to provide both fans and local customers the opportunity to engage with the brand and create bigger and more memorable moments.
Sides already has five UK restaurants including Lakeside in Essex, Bluewater in Kent, Boxpark Wembley, Merry Hill in the Midlands and the Arndale in Manchester. The hot chicken brand also launched its first international restaurant in Singapore in June this year.
Aaron Moore-Saxton, Managing Director at Sides, said: “We have a great brand, a great product and we are ready to deliver new growth, starting in Scotland.
“Expanding our footprint into Scotland has been a huge ambition and we are thrilled to bring our unique hot-chicken experience to Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Livingston, as we meet our ambition of owning the hot chicken category in the UK.”
Sides was founded by the Sidemen in 2021, the UK’s biggest YouTube collective, in collaboration with Scottish-headquartered Hero Brands.
Sides is also exploring opportunities for additional sites across the UK, as part of a broader multi-year growth strategy aimed at establishing a strong and long-term footprint across the nation.
With this latest Scottish expansion, Sides continues to build momentum on its mission to become the UK’s best-tasting and largest hot chicken brand.
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