WAGAMAMA — Wagamama Bank Charge Explained

WAGAMAMA on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for Wagamama, a retail company. Wagamama is a restaurant chain serving Japanese-inspired dishes such as ramen and katsu curry. Charges are one-off dine-in, takeaway or delivery payments that vary by order.

What Is the WAGAMAMA Charge?

WAGAMAMA is a transaction descriptor for Wagamama, a retail company.

Wagamama is a restaurant chain serving Japanese-inspired dishes such as ramen and katsu curry. Charges are one-off dine-in, takeaway or delivery payments that vary by order. They typically appear as WAGAMAMA on your statement.

This code appears on your bank statement because banks display a short payment reference — set by the merchant's payment processor — rather than the company's full trading name. The code WAGAMAMA is the official identifier that Wagamama registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the WAGAMAMA Charge Legitimate?

Wagamama is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your Wagamama account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a WAGAMAMA Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from Wagamama by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel your subscription: If you no longer want the service, log in to Wagamama and cancel your subscription through account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you do not recognise the charge, contact Wagamama customer support and ask for an explanation and refund.
  4. Dispute with your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, call the number on the back of your card and ask to raise a chargeback on the WAGAMAMA transaction. Provide the transaction date and amount.
  5. Section 75 rights: If you paid by credit card and the amount was over £100, you may have additional protection under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974.

What Other Names Does Wagamama Use on Bank Statements?

Wagamama may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About WAGAMAMA

What is WAGAMAMA on my bank statement?

WAGAMAMA is a bank statement transaction code for Wagamama, a retail company. Wagamama is a restaurant chain serving Japanese-inspired dishes such as ramen and katsu curry. Charges are one-off dine-in, takeaway or delivery payments that vary by order. They typically appear as WAGAMAMA on your statement. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Is WAGAMAMA a scam?

Wagamama is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your Wagamama account to review recent activity.

Why is WAGAMAMA on my bank statement?

WAGAMAMA appears on your statement because Wagamama processed a payment through their card payment provider. The code is set by their payment processor and is the official descriptor registered with Visa or Mastercard. Common reasons include a subscription renewal, a one-off purchase, or a trial period that has converted to a paid plan.

How do I cancel WAGAMAMA?

To stop WAGAMAMA charges from appearing on your statement, you need to cancel your Wagamama subscription or account. Log in to the Wagamama website, go to your account settings, and cancel your subscription. If you cannot find the cancellation option or do not recognise the charge, contact your bank to dispute it and block future payments.

How do I get a refund for a WAGAMAMA charge?

If you believe you have been charged incorrectly by Wagamama, first contact their customer support to request a refund. If they are unresponsive or unhelpful, contact your bank and ask to raise a chargeback. You typically have up to 120 days from the transaction date to raise a chargeback claim. For credit card purchases over £100, you may also be protected under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act.

For more information about Wagamama and all its known transaction codes, visit the Wagamama merchant page.