United Foodbrands LimitedQ1 FY27 Results & Financial Update
United Foodbrands Limited: Q1 FY27 consolidated results and company financials – revenue ₹425.90 Cr, PAT ₹2.31 Cr. Explore reported YoY/QoQ movements, margins, business drivers and management commentary. This page does not provide a rating, target price or investment recommendation.
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United Foodbrands Limited reported consolidated revenue from operations of INR 425.899 crore (INR 4,258.99 million) for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027, accompanied by total consolidated income of INR 427.137 crore.
The company posted a consolidated profit before tax (PBT) of INR 2.434 crore and a net profit after tax (PAT) of INR 2.308 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, marking a return to profitability compared to losses incurred in preceding quarters.
According to the company's earnings presentation, consolidated same-store sales growth (SSSG) reached 28.7% during Q1 FY27, underpinned by a 63.5% year-on-year increase in consolidated dine-in volumes across all business segments.
Restaurant operations benefited from targeted value campaigns, an increase in advertising and promotion spends to roughly 3% of revenue, and strong traction in captive digital channels, which accounted for approximately 65.1% of Barbeque Nation India dine-in transactions.
The network expanded during the quarter with the addition of five new restaurants against one closure, taking the total operational restaurant count to 266 outlets globally by the end of June 2026.
Segment-wise performance reflected robust momentum, with Barbeque Nation India achieving 33.5% SSSG, International operations delivering 8.5% SSSG despite Middle East inflationary pressures, and Premium CDR brands posting 13.6% SSSG.
Finance costs stood at INR 22.947 crore and depreciation and amortization charges were INR 45.714 crore for the quarter, while tax expenses were maintained at a modest INR 0.126 crore.
01 · Business model
What does United Foodbrands do?
United Foodbrands Limited (formerly known as Barbeque-Nation Hospitality Limited) operates a diversified restaurant portfolio anchored by its flagship Barbeque Nation casual dining brand, alongside international outlets and premium casual dining (CDR) brands such as Toscano and Salt.
The company generates its primary revenue streams through dine-in guest experiences featuring live grills and a growing delivery and digital ordering channel across India and selected overseas geographies.
Its economic model relies on high dine-in transaction volumes, continuous outlet expansion, structured value campaigns, and proprietary digital asset engagement to drive operating leverage and improve unit economics across matured and new restaurant cohorts.
02 · Historical context
What shaped the business before this quarter
The company formally changed its name from Barbeque-Nation Hospitality Limited to United Foodbrands Limited, with Registrar of Companies approval effective September 18, 2025.
The company completed the acquisition of a 51% equity stake in Willow Gourmet Private Limited, operator of the 'Omm Nom Nomm' ice-cream brand via delivery channels, making it a subsidiary effective June 30, 2025.
The NCLT Bengaluru Bench approved the scheme of amalgamation between Red Apple Kitchen Consultancy Private Limited and Blue Planet Foods Private Limited on May 29, 2026, with an appointed date of April 1, 2024.
During FY26, the company expanded its overseas footprint through the acquisition of Thai operating subsidiaries in December 2025 and the incorporation of Barbeque Nation Restaurant W.L.L in Doha, Qatar, in February 2026.
03 · Financial snapshot
Current-quarter financial snapshot
| Metric | Q1 FY27 |
|---|---|
| Revenue from operations | ₹425.90 Cr |
| Total income | ₹427.14 Cr |
| Profit before tax | ₹2.43 Cr |
| Profit after tax | ₹2.31 Cr |
| EPS | ₹0.79 |
04 · Why it moved
Why the quarter looked the way it did
What drove revenue
Consolidated dine-in volumes expanded by 63.5% year-on-year, driven by targeted value campaigns, occasion-driven promotions, and higher walk-ins across dayparts.
Captive digital channels and mobile app downloads reached 9.7 million, with owned digital platforms driving approximately 65.1% of BBQ India dine-in transactions compared to 60.1% in Q4 FY26.
Delivery revenue grew by 61.9% year-on-year in Q1 FY27, contributing 16.8% of total business share with steady demand across all brand formats.
What drove margins
Consolidated gross profit reached INR 280.1 crore (INR 2,801 million) with gross margins stabilizing around 65.8%, supported by operational efficiencies and menu mix optimization.
Pre-IND AS restaurant operating profit grew 81.6% year-on-year to INR 62.1 crore (INR 621 million), with matured portfolio outlets delivering a restaurant operating margin of 16.2%.
Food and beverage consumption costs totaled INR 145.669 crore, employee benefit expenses stood at INR 87.014 crore, and occupancy and other expenses were INR 123.359 crore on a consolidated basis.
05 · Demand, customers & order book
Where demand is coming from
The company recorded approximately 1.4 million monthly active users across owned digital platforms, representing a 59.6% year-on-year increase in digital engagement.
Strategic value interventions and festival-themed culinary events generated the highest-ever recorded quarterly walk-ins across the Barbeque Nation chain.
06 · Segments, products & geography
Which parts of the business are doing the work
Segments and products
Reported operating revenue growth of 43.4% year-on-year and 33.5% SSSG, with pre-IND AS restaurant operating margins expanding to 14.5% from 9.6% in Q1 FY26.
Delivered 46.6% revenue growth and 8.5% SSSG, maintaining resilient pre-IND AS restaurant operating margins of 18.7% despite regional inflationary headwinds.
Encompassing Toscano and Salt, the segment posted 36.2% revenue growth and 13.6% SSSG, with stable gross margins of ~73.5% and pre-IND AS restaurant operating margins of 10.9%.
Geography and market mix
India operations generated revenue of INR 387.357 crore (INR 3,873.57 million) for the quarter, reflecting strong domestic consumer walk-ins and network additions.
International markets generated revenue of INR 38.542 crore (INR 385.42 million), supported by 14 operational outlets across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and South Asia.
07 · Capacity, projects & execution
What is being built, commissioned or delivered
Capacity, production and utilisation
The total global restaurant network reached 266 outlets at the end of June 2026, following the opening of 5 new restaurants and 1 closure during Q1 FY27.
The network comprises 210 Barbeque Nation India outlets, 14 Barbeque Nation International outlets, and 42 Premium CDR brand restaurants.
Projects, capex and execution
15 new restaurants are currently under construction and scheduled to become operational during Q2 and Q3 of FY27.
08 · Strategy & new businesses
How the company is trying to change its growth mix
Management continues to execute a volume-led strategy utilizing targeted value campaigns, localized food festivals, and enhanced digital loyalty programs.
09 · Reported developments
What changed operationally
The company reported a consolidated net profit after tax of INR 2.308 crore for Q1 FY27, reversing losses from previous quarters.
Consolidated same-store sales growth surged to 28.7%, supported by robust double-digit transaction growth across all operating segments.
10 · Pressure points & risks
What is not going smoothly
International gross margins moderated by approximately 320 basis points year-on-year due to regional cost pressures in Middle Eastern markets.
11 · Management guidance & targets
What management is targeting from here
Management reaffirmed its target to expand the total restaurant network to 300+ outlets by FY27 and scale to 400-425 restaurants by FY30.
12 · Beyond the numbers
What changed beyond the numbers
Themed Culinary Events
The company hosted multiple regional themed dining events during the quarter, including Shahi Zaika, Konkan Spice Table, Malabar & Beyond, and Mango Mania, to drive guest engagement and repeat visits.
13 · Previous-quarter changes
What changed since the previous quarter
Pre-IND AS restaurant operating margins improved sequentially from 12.6% in Q4 FY26 to 14.6% in Q1 FY27, aided by operating leverage.
14 · Key Q&A
The quarter, answered directly
What does United Foodbrands do?
United Foodbrands Limited (formerly known as Barbeque-Nation Hospitality Limited) operates a diversified restaurant portfolio anchored by its flagship Barbeque Nation casual dining brand, alongside international outlets and premium casual dining (CDR) brands such as Toscano and Salt.
What is the clearest takeaway from Q1 FY27?
United Foodbrands Limited reported consolidated revenue from operations of INR 425.899 crore (INR 4,258.99 million) for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027, accompanied by total consolidated income of INR 427.137 crore.
What drove revenue or demand?
Consolidated dine-in volumes expanded by 63.5% year-on-year, driven by targeted value campaigns, occasion-driven promotions, and higher walk-ins across dayparts.
What mattered most for margins or profitability?
Consolidated gross profit reached INR 280.1 crore (INR 2,801 million) with gross margins stabilizing around 65.8%, supported by operational efficiencies and menu mix optimization.
What changed operationally beyond the headline numbers?
The total global restaurant network reached 266 outlets at the end of June 2026, following the opening of 5 new restaurants and 1 closure during Q1 FY27.
What is management guiding or targeting from here?
Management reaffirmed its target to expand the total restaurant network to 300+ outlets by FY27 and scale to 400-425 restaurants by FY30.
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16 · Next filing checkpoints
What the next disclosure can confirm or change
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Network Expansion Execution: Track the commissioning of the 15 under-construction restaurants toward the stated goal of 300+ total outlets by FY27.
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Sustained Profitability and Margins: Monitor the continuation of positive net profit and restaurant operating margin expansion across both domestic and international segments.
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