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Wagamama founder explains where the name came from and origin of iconic chain

Alan Yau was inspired by a lodger

Wales Online · Jun 12, 2023

Wagamama founder shares cheeky joke which inspired restaurant name - and what it means

The founder of Wagamama has shared how the name of his wildly successful noodle bar chain was actually inspired by a cheeky joke among friends, many years ago

Daily Mirror · Jun 11, 2023

‘I'm a multi-millionaire after starting popular restaurant chain with 3 key ingredients'

Alan Yau opened his first restaurant in Bloomsbury, London, back in 1992, but he wanted to make a Chinese fast food chain to rival McDonalds

Daily Mirror · Jun 11, 2023

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Sunak claimed the role of Covid hero. Lady Hallett may reveal a different tale

Role of eat out to help out scheme in increased cases and Treasury hostility to scientific advice may come under spotlight

The Guardian - UK · Jun 4, 2023

Shareholders narrowly vote to approve Wagamama owner The Restaurant Group CEO’s big payout after backlash

Shareholders have narrowly voted to approve the remuneration report of Wagamama owner The Restaurant Group amid fury over a huge payout to its senior management despite widening losses.

Evening Standard · May 23, 2023

Inside Swansea Prison's kitchen where Wagamama is teaching inmates to cook its food

'If we can turn one person around, we can prevent future victims'

Wales Online · May 11, 2023

Manchester Airport has the 'UK's best food'... apparently

Well, it does have a Wagamama and an Archie's

Manchester Evening News · May 4, 2023

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Wagamama, Frankie & Benny's and Chiquito owners to close 23 restaurants by end of May as closure plan speeds up

In its latest trading update, The Restaurant Group (TRG) said it expects to save £5m a year through moves to slash costs

Chronicle Live · May 2, 2023

Owner of Wagamama, Frankie & Benny's and Chiquitos will SHUT 23 venues

The Restaurant Group (TRG), who own Wagamama, Frankie & Benny's and Chiquitos, will now close 23 restaurants earlier than planned as they speed up the company's cost-cutting efforts

Daily Mirror · May 2, 2023

Wagamama owner The Restaurant Group refutes activist investors, setting the stage for new openings

However, it will also push forward the closures of 23 of its Frankie and Benny’s and Chiquito restaurants to the end of this month

Evening Standard · May 2, 2023

Nottingham dad of triplets decides to 'bite the bullet' by opening new restaurant

Work is underway to transform the interior

Nottingham Post · Apr 18, 2023

Wagamama celebration as Erskine woman's 'sheer determination' sees her mark 100th birthday

Effie Cameron had the red carpet rolled out for her after reaching milestone.

Daily Record · Mar 24, 2023

Wagamama is giving away FREE food next week - but there is a catch

The Noodle Union was launched last year in collaboration with online Youtube personality Niko Omilana and it gives its members access to exclusive offers and perks

Daily Mirror · Mar 22, 2023

Students can get free noodles from wagamama in two-hour 'ramen rush'

Students and apprentices will be able to choose from grilled chicken ramen, chilli chicken ramen and teriyaki vegan ‘chicken’ ramen

Wales Online · Mar 22, 2023

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Daily Mirror · Mar 14, 2023

All the shops, restaurants and cafes opening stores this year - from Wagamama to Ikea

Chains opening up shops, restaurants, supermarkets and cafes will be welcomed by shoppers becoming acquainted with shuttered storefronts

Manchester Evening News · Mar 10, 2023

You can get free food and drink at Wagamama's if you're a student - this is how you do it

The deal is available at Wagamama's across the UK, including Manchester Spinningfields

Birmingham Post · Mar 10, 2023

Major new listings at Wagamama's and Tattu help sales surge at Tŷ Nant

The premium Welsh mineral bottle water brand has made a big drive to expand distribution and increase brand visibility

Manchester Evening News · Mar 8, 2023

Frankie & Benny's and Chiquito owner to shut 35 restaurants as chains struggle

Up to three of the sites will be converted into Wagamama restaurants

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Chronicle Live · Mar 8, 2023

Wagamama, Frankie & Benny's and Chiquito group to shut 35 more restaurants as chains struggle

The Restaurant Group - who own the successful franchises - will reduce its overall estate by almost a third (30 per cent) with plans of converting up to three restaurants to Wagamama, it has been announced.

Daily Mirror · Mar 8, 2023

Wagamama and Frankie & Benny's owner to shut 35 more restaurants as losses widen

The Restaurant Group (TRG) will reduce its estate by about 30% with plans to convert up to three restaurants to Wagamama, it announced this morning in a trading update

Evening Standard · Mar 8, 2023

Under-pressure Wagamama owner to axe 35 sites but cheers ‘encouraging’ trading

The Restaurant Group has recorded deeper losses but cheered “very encouraging” recent trading and outlined growth plans, in an update the Wagamama owner will hope subdues pressure from activist investors.

Wales Online · Mar 8, 2023

Frankie & Benny’s and Chiquito owner to close 35 restaurants

The group said up to three of the restaurants will be converted to Wagamama

Edinburgh Live · Feb 1, 2023

Edinburgh Wagamama apologises to diner as waitress gets 'angry' with son

A diner from Edinburgh was left unimpressed with their experience at a popular restaurant in the city centre after a server was angry with their son over a glass.

Chronicle Live · Feb 1, 2023

Wagamama chefs cook up curry for project helping low income North Tyneside families

The restaurant chain has been working with food distribution charity The Bread and Butter Thing to deliver meals across the North East

Birmingham Post · Jan 30, 2023

Over 1,500 jobs available at Manchester Airport

Companies including JD Sport, Costa Coffee, Jet2 and Wagamama are looking for new hires

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