Restaurant closes with dire warning for others
A popular restaurant in Co Armagh is to close having said rising costs mean it has become “impossible” to stay in business.
Clenaghans on the Soldierstown Road near Aghalee opened in December 2021 in between pandemic-era restrictions.
But now the restaurant, which had been trading from Thursday to Sunday, is closing. The apartment business will remain open.
The news came in a statement posted on its Facebook page.
Its owners said: “We are deeply saddened to announce that Clenaghans will be closing its doors from the 28th of this month.
“With rising costs hitting us from all sides, it has unfortunately become impossible to keep the doors open and to continue to provide the quality experience that we love so much to bring to you all.
“We have seen many other much loved venues have to make this same decision, and if nothing changes for the hospitality sector, I am sure we will continue to see many more.
“We have made some fantastic friends and connections since taking the reins at Clenaghans mid-pandemic, and we would like to thank every customer that has joined us for a meal or a special occasion during our tenure.
“We are so grateful to all of you for the part you have played in our journey, particularly our regulars who have been with us every step of the way.
“And to all the front of house and kitchen team – thank you for giving us your everything and always bringing your A game. We love you loads, and wish every single one of you the best in whatever you go on to next.
“The restaurant will be open as normal for now, with our last service on April 28 so please get booked in and get any outstanding vouchers used up.”
