Glasgow-based the Urban Pub Company is to open three new pubs under three new brands before the year end.
The move comes as part of an expansion strategy aimed at opening up a string of new outlets all based on the concept of serving quality food and drink at reasonable prices in locations neglected by major licensed operators.
The first opening, the Fox & Ferret, is scheduled for the third week of October following renovation and rebranding of the former Amigo's bar and restaurant in the Townhead area of Hamilton.
That will be followed by the Dog & Duck in Cambuslang and the Rat & Parrot in Bishopbriggs.
All three are expected to open before Christmas, and the Urban Pub Company said it was on the hunt for more outlets in 2012.
"This roll-out represents significant investment and signifies our confidence that there is scope for major growth within parts of Scotland currently not being served an adequate quality food and drink offering at sensible prices. Given the market opportunities arising from the current economic climate, we are convinced that the time is now right for us to embark on this ambitious expansion programme," a spokesman said.
By Neil Gerrard
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