19-05-2025
2,000 curries being given away as new restaurant opens in Cardiff
2,000 curries being given away as new restaurant opens in Cardiff
The opening celebrations kick off early
Banana Tree, the Southeast Asian restaurant, is to open its first-ever Welsh location, in the heart of Cardiff. To celebrate, they're giving away 2,000 free Katsu curries (or Pad Thais).
Cardiff's Banana Tree officially opens on Monday, June 2, in t Mill Lane. It will be the brand's biggest restaurant to date with seating for 249 inside and 38 outside. The new Banana Tree has been designed with a vibrant decor, and a menu that spans Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
The opening celebrations kick off early, as guests can book in for the restaurant's Soft Launch, which offers guests 50% off all meals between May 30 and June 1. The seatings are limited.
The festivities will officially kick off with 2,000 free Katsu dishes available to those who sign up and book via the website. You can switch it for Chicken or Tofu Pad Thai, a recipe first created by the founder's mum over 30 years ago.
Banana Tree's signature Tuk Tuk will be zooming through the streets of Cardiff between 5 and 6 June.
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Tom Patrick, Banana Tree's Marketing Director, said: 'We couldn't be more excited to open in Cardiff. It's our very first site in Wales and our biggest restaurant to date right in the heart of one of the UK's most exciting food destinations. To celebrate, we're going big. That means 2,000 free Katsu curries, cocktails on tap, and our signature Tuk Tuk roaming the streets. Whether you're joining us for a pre-night-out dinner, a chilled lunch or just to experience something new, we can't wait to welcome you to the Banana Tree family.'
Banana Tree is famed for dishes like Beef Rendang, Fiery Gochujang Chicken Bowl and a wide range of vegan options. More than 40% of the menu is plant-based.
Founded in West London over 30 years ago, Banana Tree now operates 21 restaurants across the UK, with recent openings in locations such as Manchester, Bath, Birmingham and now, for the first time, Wales. To be one of the first to grab a free Katsu Curry or Pad Thai in Cardiff, visit:
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Once you've signed up, you'll receive an email with booking instructions. All bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance and a valid booking confirmation is required to redeem your free dish.
