Popular Perth hotspot announces shock closure leaving hundreds devastated: ‘Another victim’
A popular Australian cafe is to close its doors permanently after citing ‘rising operational costs’ as an insurmountable problem.
Slate Cafe, an Instagram hotspot in Bennett Springs, Perth, will close on Sunday, June 23 after almost eight years in business.
The beloved pet-friendly cafe has remained open so far through the pandemic, road closures and ever-increasing costs of living, but recent rental and resource complications have forced a shock closure.
“Increasing operating costs have made it very challenging for us to continue operating in this current climate, and with all our increasing commitments elsewhere we have not been able to give Slate Cafe the time and attention it deserves,” the company revealed. café runners on Instagram. .
Slate Cafe is the latest in a long line of popular Australian restaurants to close.
A popular Australian cafe is closing its doors permanently
Slate Cafe in Bennett Springs, Perth, will close on Sunday, June 23, after almost eight years in business
Diners in Sydney’s Neutral Bay were shocked to discover Yok Thai had been completely ‘vacated’ in early June – even after the site was visited by politician Gladys Berejiklian.
Other popular eateries going out of business or closing shop include Big Poppa’s in Darlinghurst, Bistrot 916 in Potts Point and Tetsuya’s in Darling Harbour.
Slate Cafe thanked their customers for their loyalty since October 2016.
“Your support and support have meant the world to us and we are truly grateful for all the memories we have shared together.
‘We would also like to thank all our employees for their hard work and commitment to providing our customers with an excellent service.
‘Our amazing teams in the kitchen and front of store have worked tirelessly over the years!’
The café was known for organizing weekend play dates for dog owners
The cafe was known for hosting weekend playdates where dog owners could mingle with other animal lovers.
Hundreds of customers expressed their sadness at the cafe’s surprising news.
‘No, this is so sad! Why? You can’t go anywhere like these places anymore,” one person said of the city’s lack of pet-friendly places.
“Oh, this is such sad news, guys. Thank you for being such a great location for families. You will be missed!’ said another.