‘Waiting so long for this', scream fans as popular restaurant reopens after closures and foodies sigh ‘you were missed'
FOODIE fans are in luck as a popular restaurant is opening its doors once again to the public just in time for summer.
The much-loved Asian eatery Wagamama is making a sizzling return to
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The much-loved Asian style restaurant is set to be back in Dublin this summer
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With famous dishes like their signature Katsu chicken curry on the menu
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Enjoy their ramen once again as they aim to open their doors to customers on June 23
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Irish Wagamama fans were left heartbroken after the restaurant chain shut in September 2024.
More than 106 employees lost their jobs after the decision to cease trading immediately came to light.
restructuring its franchise agreement in Ireland.
But lovers of the restaurant will be happy to know that they are back in business this summer.
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Their big reopening is set to take place on June 23 in Liffey Valley.
With their infamous Dundrum location set to return in mid-August.
In a post to their Instagram, they let fans know of their anticipated arrival with the caption: "Guess who's back?".
Many of their followers couldn't contain their excitement as they flooded the post with comments.
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One fan exclaimed: "I cannot wait. I have been watching since the signs went up!!"
Another echoed "Can't wait!" and that they were "super excited".
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Patience paid off for all the Asian-style food lovers as many expressed their relief for the return of the restaurant chain to Ireland.
Another happy foodie said: "Thank god!!! You were missed."
Ruffy Magat, general manager for Wagamama
"Whether it's your first taste or your fiftieth bowl, everyone's welcome back at our benches.'
Liffey Valley Shopping Centre Director Denis O'Connell added: 'We are thrilled to welcome wagamama to Liffey Valley Shopping Centre.
"The addition of wagamama to the retailer line up is further evidence of our constant drive to enhance the Liffey Valley customer experience."
And better yet the popular food chain is giving fans a chance to view their new menu for free.
All you have to do is sign up through the
for one of the exclusive tasting events.
Where you get to enjoy one of the 1,000 free meals but you need to be quick to get your ramen fix, as slots are booking quick!
The return of Wagamama to Dublin is part of ambitious plans to open further restaurants in the coming months, bringing fresh, flavour-packed dishes to even more locations in Ireland.
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And the popular Dundrum location is set to return in mid August
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