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Cardiff Restaurateurs Call Out Chains for Deceptive Practices

1/18/2026

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Independent restaurant owners in Cardiff say chain restaurants disguise themselves as local businesses on delivery apps, undermining authenticity.
Justina John, owner of ONJA, says the practice is unfair.
Rajendra Vikram Kupperi of Vivo Amigo calls ghost kitchens a "killer" for small businesses.
Jamie Rees of Fowl and Fury notes that Frankie & Benny's creates multiple digital brands, making it hard for consumers to differentiate.

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Story summary

Independent restaurant owners in Cardiff say chain restaurants disguise themselves as local businesses on delivery apps, undermining authenticity.
Justina John, owner of ONJA, says the practice is unfair.
Rajendra Vikram Kupperi of Vivo Amigo calls ghost kitchens a "killer" for small businesses.
Jamie Rees of Fowl and Fury notes that Frankie & Benny's creates multiple digital brands, making it hard for consumers to differentiate.