The brand ended a 20-year presence in the capital with the announcement that the final four restaurants would shut with immediate effect.
Sites in Soho, Southbank, Bow Bells House in the City of London, and St Christopher’s Place, Marylebone, are now shuttered with no reason given.
In a statement posted on Instagram they said: “It’s a wrap. After 20 unforgettable years, all Ping Pong locations are now permanently closed.
“We’re incredibly proud of what we built, an independent hospitality brand full of creativity, flavour, and soul.
“To everyone who joined us over the years, for dim sum dates, happy hours, bottomless brunches, and just-because catch-ups — thank you.
“You shared your moments with us, passed around little parcels of deliciousness, and helped make Ping Pong what it was.
“To our collaborators, suppliers, and the incredible team who kept the steam going, thank you.”
Ping Pong was founded in Soho in 2005 by restaurateur Kurt Zdesar, who left the company in 2007.
Underneath the post about the closure he messaged: “The UK has become increasingly difficult to survive (in) this current economical environment. Very sad news.”
In its heyday, Ping Pong boasted 13 restaurants across the capital including a branch in Heath Street, Hampstead.
Fans, who loved the cool chic interiors and hand-made steamed and fried dumplings, baos, and buns, alongside rice bowls, salads expressed their sadness at the news.
One commented: “Wish we’d have known. Would’ve loved to visit it one last time.”
Another posted: “Thank you for some unforgettable memories – this is where my now husband and I came for our first date!”
And a third just said: “Aw noooooooo loved your venues!”
