U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents detained several employees at a popular South Park restaurant Friday evening, causing the establishment to close during what would typically be a busy dinner service.

San Diego ICE says its agents conducted two worksite enforcement operations at Buona Forchetta and Enoteca Buona Forchetta on Friday evening.

Managers at the restaurant said that three employees were taken away in handcuffs after ICE agents entered the premises and demanded identification from all staff members.

The agents identified themselves as ICE officials and presented warrants, according to restaurant management.

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