UK pub group eyes Irish locations

British pub group Mitchells & Butlers is understood to be sizing up expansion opportunities across Ireland, with up to six potential locations already thought to have been identified in Cork and Dublin.

The company owns pub chains like All Bar One and the Irish-themed O’Neill’s, but it is thought M&B is initially focused on introducing its family-themed restaurant concept here.

The group owns UK eatery chains such as Harvester, Miller & Carter, and Toby Carvery. There is a possibility that the entrance of the All Bar One pub and eatery is being considered.