Key Themes for 2026:

  • International expansion – discover how operators are approaching new markets and sustainable growth.
  • Profits, finance and investment – strategies to protect margins and unlock growth opportunities.
  • People, culture and leadership – managing labour costs while developing high-performing teams.
  • The experience economy – creating guest experiences that build loyalty and drive spend.
  • Estate and property – navigating opportunities created by consolidation, restructures and market change.
  • Consumer behaviour and trends – balancing value, convenience and experience in a shifting landscape.
  • Menu innovation and food trends – responding to changing tastes, health priorities and premiumisation.
  • Technology and AI – using data, automation and AI to improve efficiency and decision-making.

Expect a curated programme of presentations, case studies and panel discussions designed to deliver clear, actionable insight and inspiration.

Registration opens at 9.30am, with sessions running 10am–4.30pm, followed by networking drinks.

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Operator Ticket

£359.10 £399.00
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Supplier/non operator ticket

£652.50 £725.00
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The Restaurant Conference will take place at The Ham Yard Hotel, London

Address:
1 Ham Yard
London
W1D 7DT

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Attendee feedback

An excellent line up, covering celebration and challenges in our industry with up to date information

Alison Vickers Juniper Strategy

MCA events always deliver. Strong content and speakers, friendly faces and good conversation & networking in a fantastic venue. Always on my hospo events calendar

Chris Harris Cardlytics

Great conference! Excellent range of high-profile speakers. The short sessions were packed with information and were all very engaging. A very well organised event!

Megan Smithson forpeople

A really useful blend of topics including current business trends and challenges coupled with new ideas and thought provoking presentations - great to hear various operators' journeys and approaches to developing their businesses. A really engaging day with some inspirational leaders in hospitality!

Scott Harper Malmaison and Hotel du Vin

The MCA Restaurant Conference brought a great range of operators and Industry participants alike. It facilitated impactful conversations, gave us the latest on industry trends and of course was a great place to network.

Gemma Glasson Wahaca