Fox & Hound English Pub & Grill

Fox & Hound English Pub & Grill is a casual restaurant chain offering a British-inspired pub setting with classic comfort food and a broad selection of beers and cocktails. The company began in 1994 in Wichita, Kansas, and quickly built a reputation for lively, group-friendly venues that became popular gathering spots, especially for sports fans. By the early 2000s, Fox & Hound operated more than 60 locations, primarily in suburban markets and mid-sized cities, with large-format stores featuring entertainment options like billiards, darts, and multiple screens for sporting events.

Ownership of the brand shifted several times, most notably in 2014 when Kelly Operations Group acquired Fox & Hound following a bankruptcy filing by its previous parent company. This transition led to renewed focus on operational efficiency and updates to the menu, but the brand continued to face challenges from changing consumer tastes and increased competition in the casual dining sector.

As of November 2025, Fox & Hound operates approximately 20 locations, with its footprint concentrated in Texas, Illinois, North Carolina, and a few other states. The company is not actively expanding at this time, following a period of consolidation and selective closures. Instead, Fox & Hound is prioritizing the optimization of its existing restaurants and pursuing redevelopment opportunities in established trade areas. When expansion does occur, it is opportunistic and targets high-growth suburban markets such as Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Chicago, Charlotte, and Raleigh.

Fox & Hound is recognized for its spacious, entertainment-driven format, which is well-suited for group events, corporate gatherings, and local sports communities. The brand maintains a flexible approach to site selection and has demonstrated the ability to drive consistent customer traffic in retail and entertainment corridors. It operates exclusively company-owned stores, with no franchise program, and remains headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Social media accounts are active as of 2025, supporting ongoing engagement with customers and local communities.