**Summary**
Comptoir Group Plc, a UK-based restaurant operator specializing in Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisine, reported its FY 2025 results for the 52-week period ending December 28, 2025. Key highlights include
**Revenue and Profitability** Group revenue slightly decreased to £33.0 million (from £34.6 million in 2024), but like-for-like (LFL) sales grew by 0.2%. Adjusted EBITDA improved to £1.1 million (from £0.8 million in 2024), while the IFRS loss after tax narrowed to £1.4 million (from £1.9 million in 2024).
**Operational Focus** The company prioritized operational improvements, menu enhancements, and value offerings to strengthen its customer proposition in a challenging trading environment.
**Site Operations** Comptoir owns and operates 20 sites, with an additional 6 franchise sites. During the year, two sites (Kenza and Comptoir Bluewater) were closed.
**Financial Position** Adjusted net cash decreased to £1.9 million (from £3.0 million in 2024) due to exceptional costs and historic liability settlements. The basic loss per share improved to (1.12) pence (from (1.58) pence in 2024).
**Strategic Initiatives** The company focused on driving covers through value offerings rather than price increases, which temporarily slowed LFL growth but is expected to yield long-term benefits. Cost management and operational efficiencies contributed to EBITDA growth.
**Franchise Expansion** Franchise operations showed strong performance, particularly the Milan site, which exceeded expectations. A new franchise agreement was signed for a Venice site opening in May 2026.
**Challenges and Outlook** The company faces ongoing macroeconomic challenges, including cost-of-living pressures and inflation. Despite these headwinds, Comptoir remains confident in its strategy, emphasizing sustainable growth and expansion for 2026 and beyond.
**Key Financial Metrics**
**Revenue** £33.0 million (2024: £34.6 million)
**Adjusted EBITDA** £1.1 million (2024: £0.8 million)
**IFRS Loss After Tax** £1.4 million (2024: £1.9 million)
**Adjusted Net Cash** £1.9 million (2024: £3.0 million)
**Basic Loss Per Share** (1.12) pence (2024: (1.58) pence)
**Strategic Focus**
**Value Proposition** Emphasis on value for money and customer experience to drive long-term loyalty.
**Operational Efficiency** Continued focus on cost management and operational improvements.
**Expansion** Modest expansion of both company-owned and franchise sites, with a new Shawa site planned for London in H2 2026.
**Challenges**
**Macroeconomic Environment** Cost-of-living pressures and inflation impacting consumer spending.
**Geopolitical Risks** Monitoring the situation in the Middle East for potential supply chain and consumer sentiment impacts.
**Outlook**
Comptoir Group remains focused on driving improvement and expansion, leveraging its operational enhancements and strengthened menu offerings to navigate challenges and achieve sustainable growth.
| Metric | 2024 | 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (£'000) | 34,619 | 32,998 | (4.7%) |
| Gross Profit (£'000) | 27,813 | 27,059 | (2.7%) |
| Operating Loss (£'000) | (831) | (542) | 34.8% |
| Loss for the Period (£'000) | (1,943) | (1,373) | 29.3% |
| Adjusted EBITDA (£'000) | 800 | 1,100 | 37.5% |
| Adjusted Net Cash (£'000) | 3,000 | 1,900 | (36.7%) |
| Total Debt (£'000) | 1,000 | 450 | (55.0%) |