Iconic Sydney restaurant announces shock closure just days before Christmas - as they take a fierce parting swipe at the landlords amid 'painful' times
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One of Sydney's iconic restaurants has announced it will close its doors, blaming the landlords and rent disputes for the unexpected shutdown just days before Christmas. Upper-end Thai restaurant Long Chim, nestled in the heart of Sydney's CBD, will serve its last dishes on Friday, December 20, after eight 'brilliant' years of trading.
'The end of an era,' the team said in its statement. 'To every guest who's shared a meal with us, to our extraordinary team - past and present - you've been the heart and soul of Long Chim. 'You brought life to our dining room, energy to our kitchen and made these eight years unforgettable. We owe you more than words can say.'.
The restaurant, owned by Michelin-starred chef David Thompson, has entered voluntary administration, with the owners taking a swipe at the landlords over the challenges they faced after the Covid-19 pandemic, including rising rent costs of almost $1 million.
'To our landlords at Martin Place: After eight years, you've turned your back on us - and on the 50 people who work here - just days before Christmas,' the owners said. 'For two years, scaffolding has blocked our original entrance, limiting accessibility for people with disabilities... Access to our beautiful dining room has been through a disused old cafe for two years.'.
Upper-end Thai restaurant Long Chim, nestled in the heart of Sydney's CBD, will serve its last dishes on Friday, December 20, after eight 'brilliant' years of trading. Daily Mail Australia has contacted the Sydney property investment company for comment.