Doppio Malto, one of Italy’s leading restaurant groups based in Milan, opened its first UK venue in 2021, bringing its signature kitchen-brewery brand to Glasgow city centre. The brewery operates 28 restaurants across seven Italian regions, with one in France.

Doppio Malto will opened its doors in a prime site on George Square that was previously home to Jamie’s Italian, creating more than 40 jobs.

The 8000sq ft unit underwent a significant refurbishment, including the creation of a basement bar and a 180-seat restaurant.

Announcing the sudden closure, a post on the restaurant's Facebook page read: "Doppio Malto has closed its doors in Glasgow. Thank you to everyone that has been a part of our journey and who found Un Posto Felice with us over the last 3 years."

Doppio Malto had imported its beer kitchen menu from its venues in Italy with a range of drinks and a family-friendly welcome. The venue served 16 variations of Doppio Malto craft beers from breweries in Erba and Iglesias.

When the restaurant opened in Glasgow, Doppio Malto’s stated goal was to open 100 restaurants throughout the UK following the group’s rapid growth in Italy in recent years.