Global brand wagamama, announces today the official opening of its UAE flagship restaurant within one of the world’s busiest shopping malls, The Dubai Mall.

Located in the Star Atrium and within walking distance to renowned tourist attractions, the Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Fountain, the restaurant is modern in design and features the same concept as London’s flagship branch in Covent Garden, with trademark minimalist communal dining tables. Seating 150 customers the venue spans more than 4,000 square feet including an extended outside terrace.

The opening signifies the wider expansion plan of RMAL Hospitality, the franchise partner for the brand, to deliver world-class experiences to the UAE residents and visitors.

It brings the number of wagamama locations across the UAE to five, with two more in development for 2018. The first wagamama restaurant opened at Crowne Plaza on Sheikh Zayed Road followed by the Greens, Jumeirah Beach Residence and Palm Jumeirah in 2004, 2007 and 2015 respectively.