Tributes have been paid to the founder of a Glasgow restaurant after he sadly died.

We reported that Chinatown Restaurant Glasgow - which is located on New City Road in the city's Cowcaddens area - shared the sad news recently.

In a social media post, the venue said the founder of the eatery - Mr Michael Wu - had passed away.

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Following the devastating news, punters of the eatery have paid tribute to the 'lovely man'.

One said: "Sad news. Our thoughts are with his friends and family."

A second added: "So sorry to hear this sad news. 

"Mr Wu was always the face of Chinatown. He was such a lovely man. Our thoughts are with you and his family."

Another said: "Condolences to the family of Mr Wu. Amazing contribution to the Glasgow restaurant scene."

While a fourth added: "He was a lovely man. May he rest in peace."

A fifth said: "Sorry for your loss.

"It's a great restaurant. Rest In Peace Mr Wu."

Michael started the restaurant back in the 1980s before retiring in 2016 - after that, he remained a 'friend and customer' of the eatery.

Announcing the sad news previously, the venue said: "Not a typical message we post on Facebook but we would like to share the sad news in the passing of Mr Michael Wu, founder of Glasgow Chinatown restaurant, and send our condolences to his family.

"Michael started the restaurant in the 80s before retiring in 2016.

"He since remained a friend and customer of this restaurant up till his passing after battling with illness.

"Michael’s efforts over the years also made this restaurant a pseudo-hub for the local Chinese community.

"He will be fondly missed and remembered. May he rest in peace."