The Chaophraya and Thaikhun operator said the result reflects a ‘challenging market place’ impacted by subdued trading and substantial increases in employment costs.
Over the year, turnover across the group fell by 9.4% to £28.3m (2025: £31.3m).
TLG’s portfolio currently comprises nine restaurants under its Thaikhun Thai street food brand, and six in its more premium positioned Chaophraya estate.
During the year, the group said it restructured its central support team to reduce its cost base and align resources more closely with operation priorities, introduced new technology to make the booking process fast and more efficient, and expanded the use of customer data to support more targeted marketing.
It also established new supply chain arrangements with increased use of technology, improved visibility and a stronger environmental.
Over the year, the group said substantial increases in employer NICs imposed ‘significant additional pressure’ on the business.
As a result, management undertook extensive work to mitigate this through tighter labour scheduling, more efficient working practises, central team restructuring, tech investment, menu and pricing reviews and renewed supplier arrangements.
Writing in the results, group CEO Martin Stead said that despite the challenges facing the sector, the board remains positive.
“Both brands have strong identities and loyal followings, supported by experienced restaurant teams and a more efficient central structure,” he wrote.
“The company will continue to adapt to changing market conditions, invest selectively in the areas that support customers and operations and pursue sustainable, profitable growth.
“Given the strength of the brands, the actions taken during the year and the company’s continued focus on disciplined execution, the directors look to the future with confidence.”
Over the next 12 months, TLG will continue to develop and integrate its booking and operating technology, improve the use of customer data and expand targeted marketing.
Stead added that the benefits of the new supply chain arrangements will be developed further, with continued emphasis on efficiency, visibility, resilience and environmental responsibility.
“The company remains focused on increasing market share while managing costs carefully and without impairing the quality of its food, service or customer experience.
“Further action will be taken to improve productivity and mitigate continuing employment and input cost pressures.”