Japanese restaurant joins Lakeside Shopping Centre’s F&B lineup

Japanese dining brand Maki & Ramen is set to join the food and beverage lineup at Lakeside Shopping Centre in Essex.

Arriving in early 2026, the restaurant will feature a full sushi bar and a curated menu of Japanese dishes and cocktails. It will also offer both sit-down dining and grab-and-go convenience options.

Maki & Ramen joins a roster of brands at Lakeside Shopping Centre that includes new additions such as NEXT, Reiss, Toni & Guy, JD Sports, and Charles Tyrwhitt, all of which opened this year.

Max Collett, associate director of asset management at Pradera Lateral, said: “Maki & Ramen is a fantastic addition to Lakeside’s growing mix of vibrant F&B brands. Their arrival at Lakeside reflects our ambition to continually raise the bar, bringing in operators that not only deliver great food but also create memorable experiences that keep our guests coming back.”

Leasing for the deal was managed by LM Real Estate (formerly Lunson Mitchenall) and Metis Real Estate.