Gordon Ramsay strikes $100 million deal with Lion Capital

Gordon Ramsay announced a $100 million investment deal with private equity firm Lion Capital to expand his restaurant operations across North America. As part of the agreement, Lion Capital acquired a 50 percent stake in Gordon Ramsay North America, a newly structured entity created to oversee growth in the United States and Canada. The partnership aimed to accelerate development of Ramsay’s restaurant brands through new openings, licensing arrangements, and operational support. The investment outlined a plan to open 100 new restaurants in the United States by 2024. Expansion targeted several of Ramsay’s established concepts, including Gordon Ramsay Steak, Gordon Ramsay Pub and Grill, Gordon Ramsay Fish and Chips, and Gordon Ramsay Burger. The strategy also included introducing international brands such as Street Pizza and Bread Street Kitchen to North American markets. The deal provided funding for site development, staffing, and brand rollout across major cities and tourist destinations. At the time of the announcement, Ramsay’s North American presence already included locations in Las Vegas and Atlantic City, with additional openings planned. The Lion Capital partnership was structured to scale both casual dining and premium concepts, with the aim of increasing Ramsay’s footprint in airports, casinos, and urban centers. The June 2019 agreement represented a major financial backing for Ramsay’s restaurant expansion in North America.