Brava Hospitality Group is acquiring Riding House Café, marking a significant expansion of its hospitality portfolio.
The group, which operates Prezzo Italian and Jamie’s Italian UK, said the acquisition strengthens its position in the central London dining scene.
Riding House Café was founded 23 years ago with The Garrison Public House in Bermondsey.
The business has become known for design-led venues and modern European all-day dining.
It currently operates three London sites: Riding House Fitzrovia, Riding House Bloomsbury and Rail House Victoria.
Backed by Cain International, the deal will see Brava Hospitality Group take ownership of all three restaurants.
The acquisition brings a proven and scalable all-day dining concept into the Brava portfolio.
Brava said the deal supports its strategy to grow formats that serve guests across multiple day-parts and occasions, a model it said continues to show resilience and demand across the capital.
Brava CEO James Brown and Cain International CEO Jonathan Goldstein have been long-standing admirers of the brand, having followed its evolution for more than a decade.
The acquisition represents a natural next step in Brava’s expansion strategy.
Brown said: “What makes this opportunity so compelling is the strength of the brand and its proven all-day dining model.
“This is a business I have appreciated for many years, and its addition marks a clear and deliberate step forward in our long-term growth strategy.
“With every brand that joins us, two things remain constant: our commitment to sustainable, high-quality growth, and our belief in preserving the heart of hospitality across every concept we bring to life.”
Riding House Café founder Adam White will continue as Non-Executive Director, helping to ensure the brand’s identity remains at the forefront.
White said: “It’s been an incredible journey, supported by a brilliant team who are hungry for new challenges.
“Riding House Cafés have been an important part of our guests’ lives, which makes me very proud.
“I feel we made a difference in the London villages we inhabit.
“To grow in this current climate, we wanted both financial and operational support.
“Throughout our search, no one impressed us as much as the Brava team.
“Their foresight, deep industry knowledge and ability to navigate today’s market pressures are unmatched.
“Brava has been a pleasure to work with throughout this transaction.
“I will be staying on with Riding House to support the brand’s expansion, shifting my focus to new openings, and design, both domestically and abroad.
“I am incredibly excited to see just how far we can develop the Riding House Cafés together.”
All existing restaurant teams will remain in role, maintaining continuity for staff and guests.
Brava and Riding House Café will work together to scale the brand while protecting the character that has defined its 23-year legacy.
Goldstein added: “Hospitality businesses play an important role in the UK economy, supporting jobs, communities and the vitality of our towns and cities.
“James and I have respected Riding House Café for many years and, in a challenging operating environment, Brava’s stewardship and operational expertise can help the business build on its success, protect what makes it distinctive, and create the conditions for sustainable growth.”