An iconic Edinburgh restaurant which closed its doors after five decades of service has announced its dramatic comeback.
An authentic Chinese restaurant, specialising in Cantonese cuisine, the Golden Dragon first opened in 1964.
However, in September of last year, the family behind the famous city centre eatery - which had served customers on Castle Street for over 57 years - decided to call time on the business, leaving diners devastated.
Then, in an emotional announcement, they said: "To all our customers, we thrived on making you all happy and giving you a satisfied tummy. Your smiles and loyalty took us to this day.
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"We will forever take away fond memories of our historic time at in the heart of Edinburgh city centre. I hope you share with us happy memories here at Castle Street. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts."
Perhaps tellingly, they also said: "With good health we hope we can channel our energies to see what the new adventure may be."
And this week, Golden Dragon staff have announced they will return 'to make people smile again'.
Confirming the sensational news of the reopening, the team said: "We are excited to announce we have decided to come back to Castle Street and continue what we enjoy doing best... serving food and making people smile.
"Opening date is not confirmed until we have gathered a team to help us."
Loyal customers rejoiced at the news and said: "Ohhhhh fantastic news, will definitely be back in!", "Can't wait until you're back" and "it was the best Chinese meal we’ve had. Next time we’re in Edinburgh we will definitely pop in for a meal."
Golden Dragon are now looking for staff, with anyone interested in applying encouraged to email info@thegoldendragonrestauarant.co.uk.
It is hoped they will be serving delicious Chinese food again in time for summer. For all updates, make sure to follow the Golden Dragon on Facebook here.
The Golden Dragon is located at 21 Castle Street, EH2 3DN.
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