British sandwich and coffee chain Pret A Manger has introduced its first drive-through restaurant in the UK, The Independent reported.
Located in Warrington, Cheshire, the branch has been developed in collaboration with Motor Fuel Group (MFG).
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The restaurant features a single drive-through lane for vehicles, in-store seating arrangements for up to 48 customers, and electric vehicle charging bays on site.
The location offers Pret’s full breakfast and lunch menu, with a range of snacks available. Coffee, other hot and cold drinks and smoothies are also served.
Pret A Manger UK and Ireland president Ross Warnes was quoted by The Independent as saying: “Travel hubs and roadside locations present a huge growth opportunity for Pret, making the launch of our first drive-through a natural next step in our expansion.”
The opening forms part of a trial of the drive-through concept, aligned with Pret’s efforts to grow its footprint in transport and travel environments across the country.
Pret’s has 500 sites in the UK, of which 220 are located in airports, railway stations and motorway services. MFG operates 35 of those as a franchise partner.
MFG food service operations head Jack Tindall said: “As Pret’s largest UK franchise partner, opening Pret’s first ever drive-through is a major milestone for our partnership.
“We’re incredibly proud to be part of launching this new format for Pret and look forward to serving the Warrington community.”
In June 2025, Pret A Manger unveiled a new store format with increased dining space and a focus on made-to-order food.
