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Scottish Sun
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Huge American TV star delights staff after popping in to Glasgow restaurant for a visit
The actor wasn't the only massive name to be spotted in Scotland STAR STRUCK Huge American TV star delights staff after popping in to Glasgow restaurant for a visit Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) US sitcom favourite Neil Patrick Harris surprised punters in a popular ramen bar. The How I Met Your Mother star, 51, was spotted over the weekend in Maki & Ramen on Glasgow's trendy Byres Road. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Sitcom star Neil Patrick Harris was spotted in a popular city restaurant Credit: Maki & Ramen / Instagram Thrilled staff at the Japanese diner branded the actor "legendary" after he posed for pics. The silver fox was all smiles and donned a trendy leather jacket alongside a fan draped in a traditional kimono. An online post reads: "What a privilege to welcome Neil Patrick Harris to Maki & Ramen Byres Road over the weekend." And the star-studded snap has racked up hundreds of likes and comments. One follower wrote: "That's awesome." Another added: "I so wish I was there." A third sobbed: "So sad I wasn't there today." While one said: "Oh my god, what a legend." Neil is a popular American actor, singer, writer, producer, and television host. He was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico and shot to fame playing the title character on the ABC series Doogie Howser, M.D. Danny Dyer risks cop probe after he reveals weapon he keeps at home for protection - and how he gave one as gift to Dani The Golden Globe nominated performer also played Count Olaf in the Netflix series A Series of Unfortunate Events. Elsewhere, David Beckham was spotted in Scotland days after his lively birthday weekend. The football legend shared a heartfelt message to his eldest son Brooklyn after he failed to attend his dad's star-studded 50th birthday celebrations. The former England captain posted a photo from a fishing trip north of the border with his younger sons, Romeo and Cruz.
Daily Record
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
US actor Neil Patrick Harris dines out at popular Glasgow restaurant
How I Met Your Mother star, Neil Patrick Harris paid a visit to the newly opened Maki & Ramen on Byres Road in the West End. An iconic Hollywood star has been spotted in a popular West End restaurant. Neil Patrick Harris delighted staff at Japanese sushi restaurant Maki & Ramen on Byres Road, which just opened its doors for the first time on Monday evening as he posed for photos with the workers. The 51-year-old actor, best known for her roles in the comedy sitcom How I Met Your Mother and the Netflix show A Series Of Unfortunate Events, paid a visit to the Glasgow foodie hotspot, which is a traditional Asian restaurant chain, inspired by Japanese ramen shops with multiple locations across the city. Maki & Ramen shared her visit on Instagram as they uploaded a snap of Neil alongside a staff member. They captioned the post: "Legendary! What a privilege to welcome Neil Patrick Harris to Maki & Ramen Byres Road over the weekend!" Maki & Ramen offer a range of signature ramen broths, sushi plates, yakisoba and katsu curry dishes. Their other Glasgow venues in Bath Street and Renfield Street boast an impressive 4.5 rating out of 5 on TripAdvisor. Fans were left stunned as they rushed to the comments to declare their love for the star. One wrote: "No wayyyy!! so wish I was there". Another commented: "Good taste, maki is the best!" A third replied: "That's awesome." A fourth remarked: "Fabulous in lemony Snicket". Someone else quoted his catchphrase from a certain TV show: "Legen- wait for it.... dary. LEGENDARY!!!" American born Neil Patrick Harris shot to fame as a child actor on Doogie Howser, M.D., before he landed his role as Barney Stinson on the CBS hit How I Met Your Mother which turned him into a household name. The 51-year-old has also starred in multiple children's films including Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 1 &2, both of the Smurfs films, and The Muppets. Neil is married to American actor and chef, David Burtka, whom he tied the knot with in a lavish wedding ceremony in Italy in 2014. The long-term director of How I Met Your Mother officiated the wedding while Sir Elton John performed at the reception. Neil and David have been together since 2004 and in October 2010, they became parents to twins, son Gideon and daughter Harper, who were born via a surrogate mother. David posted snaps of him and Neil in London last week with the family also being pictured travelling around Lisbon and Fiji in recent months. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. Neil is rumoured to be starring in an upcoming rom com with Last of Us star Bella Ramsey and Baby Reindeer actress Jessica Gunning. Bella Ramsey is currently the talk of the town after The Last Of Us season two returned to screens last month, where she plays the leading role of Ellie in the show. The seven-part season is available to stream on Now TV, with episodes coming out weekly.
Glasgow Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Actor Neil Patrick Harris spotted in Glasgow restaurant
Neil Patrick Harris delighted staff in the Japanese sushi spot as he posed for photos. The actor, 51, is best known for his roles in the hit TV show How I Met Your Mother and films like A Series of Unfortunate Events. Maki & Ramen posted the snap of the star with a staff member and said: "Legendary! What a privilege to welcome Neil Patrick Harris to Maki & Ramen Byres Road over the weekend!" Fans were quick to show their love for him in the comments, one said: "Omggggg I love @nph." Neil Patrick Harris. Credit: PA (Image: PA) Another praised him for a film role: "Fabulous in Lemony Snicket." READ MORE: Billy Connolly reveals his favourite moment as a Celtic fan And a third quoted his catchphrase from a certain TV show: "Legen- wait for it.... dary. LEGENDARY!!!" Neil's husband, David Burtka, whom he married in 2014, posted photos of the pair in London last week. They've also been pictured travelling to Lisbon and Fiji with their family in the past few months. Maki & Ramen, inspired by Japanese ramen shops, is a traditional Asian restaurant chain with multiple locations across Glasgow. READ NEXT: Retail giant set to open huge new Glasgow store with freebies Neil could have tasted their signature ramen broths or many sushi options. He's rumoured to be starring in an upcoming romcom with Baby Reindeer star Jessica Gunning and Last of Us star Bella Ramsay.
Glasgow Times
23-04-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Maki & Ramen open third restaurant in Glasgow's West End
The firm has two existing venues in Glasgow city centre, on Bath Street and on Renfield Street. The latest restaurant is situated at 130-132 Byres Road and has taken over the space which was occupied by the former Japanese takeaway Esushi. READ NEXT: Newly-launched Glasgow bar Truman's unveils food menu Announcing the opening on Instagram, bosses at Maki & Ramen said: 'Our opening party last Friday (February 28) was unforgettable, and we had a great night celebrating our newest restaurant. 'We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who came down, celebrated, and made this opening so special. 'We can't wait to serve you all in the heart of Glasgow's West End.' READ NEXT: Man suffered 'deep cut' after fight on Glasgow train Teddy Lee, founder of the company, previously stated: "This is a proud moment for the Maki & Ramen family as we open our first franchise branch. 'We are excited to bring our passion for Japanese cuisine to even more people in Glasgow, a city that has embraced us warmly.' The new branch offers signature dishes such as handcrafted sushi, flavourful ramen bowls, and Japanese delights.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Here's when and where beloved Japanese restaurant chain will open its third spot
A beloved Japanese restaurant has made a move to open its third spot in Glasgow. Maki & Ramen has asked for planning permission to put up signs on a unit at 130-132 Byres Road in the West End. According to documents submitted to the council, signage could be placed on the building with the chain's logo. Currently, the space is a Japanese takeaway, but, on Google, it is marked that the new restaurant will open as soon as February 28, 2025. The firm has two existing venues in Glasgow city centre, on Bath Street and Renfield Street. (Image: Sourced) (Image: Sourced) READ NEXT: Popular restaurant chain to open third branch in Glasgow We previously reported that the founder of the company said about the move: "This is a proud moment for the Maki & Ramen family as we open our first franchise branch. 'We are excited to bring our passion for Japanese cuisine to even more people in Glasgow, a city that has embraced us warmly.' The new branch will offer signature dishes such as handcrafted sushi, flavourful ramen bowls, and other Japanese delights.
