Popular restaurant chain teases reopening dates as they re-enter Irish market after surprise shock closures
A MUCH-loved and missed restaurant is expected to make its comeback this summer after the shock closure of three locations in Dublin last year.
Wagamama's branches closed after the receivers appointed failed to reach a deal with the UK-based chain on
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Wagamama is teasing its return to the Irish market after their shock exit last year
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They are teasing their reopening for the summer
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The Press Up group operated Wagamama's Dundrum, South King Street, and Blanchardstown branches in
This led to 106 employees working in these locations losing their jobs after the decision to cease trading immediately came to light.
Receivers said they would liaise with the workers to detail the implications for their continued employment with Press Up Hospitality.
Many loyal customers were left heartbroken to see their favourite food chain exit the
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"Wagamama was my little treat to myself."
However, in recent days, the chain has been teasing its comeback to the Irish market, and it's only days until it will fully reopen to its loyal foodies who missed their ramen, donburi and curry fix.
On the official website of Wagamama Ireland, they updated the layout by teasing their 'coming soon' reopening, which was confirmed for one of the establishments in Dublin.
They revealed that Wagamama is officially reopening their Liffey Valley branch on June 23.
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No information has been released yet about other potential reopenings, but customers can sign up to be kept in the loop.
It is expected that Wagamama's outlets at Blanchardstown and Dundrum will open later in the summer.
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The new cardboard display signs read "Opening summer 2025", and there's a barcode for potential employees who want to apply to work at the establishment.
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It was reported that similar teasers have been done for Blanchardstown.
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Foodie fans were shocked by their teaser of their return to the Irish market as they rushed to the comment section.
One person wrote: "Liffey Valley too! Sooo happy."
Another person added: "OH MY GODDDD!"
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The third person said: "Shut up! I have missed it sooooo much."
The fourth person added: "FINALLY! I missed them so much, can't wait to get my ramen fix soon."
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The company teased they are returning to Liffey Valley on June 23
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