A new Japanese food business is set to open 'later this year' at the Goods Yard development in Stoke. 

Newly established brand, Panko & Sushi, will open on the ground floor of the apartment building in a 1,650 sq ft unit, offering both dine-in and takeaway. 

The business was founded by entrepreneur, Edward Cayton, who has 27 years of experience in the hospitality industry and has previously opened Zumuku Sushi restaurants across Cheshire and Greater Manchester. 

Edward Cayton, founder of Panko & Sushi, at Goods Yard in Stoke. (Capital&Centric)

Edward said: "We've always believed in finding neighbourhoods with real character and buzz, and Goods Yard has that in spades. 

"There's a great energy and community vibe here – it's the perfect spot for Panko & Sushi to land in Stoke. 

"We can't wait to open our doors and start serving up fresh, flavour-packed dishes to our new neighbours."

Panko & Sushi is the latest business confirmed to be opening at Goods Yard after Avison Young in the Pavilion building and coffee-bar and bakery, Cotton.

Tom Wilmot, joint managing director at Capital&Centric, said: "Having Panko & Sushi choose Goods Yard shows how this new neighbourhood is already turning heads. 

"Their energy and creativity fit perfectly with what we're all about – bringing authentic, independent vibes to the heart of Stoke-on-Trent.

"We're excited to see them add their own flavour to the mix and help make Goods Yard the city's new social hub."

Cllr Finlay Gordon-McCusker, cabinet member for transport, infrastructure and regeneration at Stoke-on-Trent City Council said there is "real interest" in the commercial and residential units, adding the development is a "centre piece for regeneration" in the city.

This article was updated at 16:32 24/06/25.

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