Michelin-praised restaurant founded by British designer closes down THIRD location due to ‘economic challenges’
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A BRITISH designer's restaurant, praised in the Michelin Guide, is shutting its doors after more than a decade in business. Rising bills, increasing labour costs and high guest expectations have all made it a tough environment for restaurants this year.
![[Angelica & Crafthouse in Leeds has closed down due to 'ongoing economic challenges']](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/486A6992-scaledjpg-JS960753101_96e1e4.jpg?strip=all&w=960)
Angelica and Crafthouse closed down its third location in Leeds earlier this month. Owners D&D London cited “ongoing economic challenges” as the driving force behind the closure. The restaurant group, known for its stylish venues across London, Manchester, and even as far afield as Paris and New York, has been scaling back its presence in the north.
![[The restaurant was founded by British designer, Sir Terence Conran]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/F7EXEYjpg-JS852533290_60b019.jpg?strip=all&w=960)
Last year, D&D shuttered two other Leeds sites at Victoria Gate, leaving Angelica and Crafthouse as its last foothold in the city. The double-venue, which opened in 2013 as D&D’s first venture outside London, was initially lauded for its cutting-edge design and ambitious dining.
It even garnered attention from the Michelin Guide, although it never secured a coveted star. D&D London CEO David Loewi said the decision came after “thorough deliberation” and a “comprehensive review of business operations.”. He pointed to the struggles facing the hospitality sector, stating that the closure was made “with the long-term success and sustainability of D&D London in mind.”.
The high-end restaurant’s closure reflects broader challenges faced by the UK’s dining scene. Inflation, rising costs, and changes in customer spending habits have led to a wave of shutdowns across the country. Despite their prestige, even Michelin-praised venues are not immune.
