Tom Kitchin restaurant expands into Chop Chop slot

Edinburgh Michelin starred chef Tom Kitchin is to expand one of his city restaurants after the closure of neighbouring eatery Chop Chop.

Tom Kitchin at his Leith restaurant. Picture: Neil Hanna

The Kitchin plans to double in size by using the empty venue next door after Chop Chop’s closure last month.

The Chinese restaurant chain still has one branch in on Morrison Street and says it plans to expand across the UK.

Tom Kitchin said: “The new space will allow us all to grow. For me and our team in the kitchen, it will mean more space and more importantly, the dining space will be more comfortable for our guests. It’s a really exciting time for us all.”