FANS are left “gutted” after a family-favourite restaurant suddenly closes just 18 months after it opened.
The venue popped up in 2021 and quickly became a town staple, offering a unique dining experience.
A popular York restaurant is shutting shop just a year and a half after it opened[/caption]
Rio Brazilian Steakhouse announced it will be closing its doors on Monday[/caption]
Customers are left ‘gutted’ by the news that they are losing their beloved restaurant[/caption]
Rio Brazilian Steakhouse on Bridge Street, York, revealed it was shutting on Monday.
The steakhouse announced: “We regret to announce that Rio Brazilian Steakhouse York has now closed.
“We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.”
With a lively interior boasting neon lights and multi-coloured seating, the chain offers Brazillain Churrasco – another term for barbeque.
The salad bar was made up of over 40 hot and cold items to pair with your sizzling meats which were carved at your table.
Specially trained Gaucho Chefs were ready to serve up a selection of cuts to 134 covers, but now the venue sits empty.
It was the seventh in the Rio Brazillian Steakhouse chain and created 46 new jobs in the former premises of Piccolino.
Another branch of the same chain in Newcastle won a Trip Advisor award and was named the best “Everyday Eats” restaurant in Britain by the Travel Bible.
The prestigious award is given out to joints that offer delicious food without the bill leaving a bitter taste in your mouth.
On Google Maps Rio Brazilian Steakhouse in York attracted a 4.7-star rating from 262 reviews.
Customers described it as “a great experience” with “the best meat available.”
Pictures show the stylish decor with fake plants hanging from the ceiling and an extensive range of liquor behind the bar.
Diners pile their plate with meats, cheese and veg under the atmospheric lighting while perusing the cocktail menu.
Unfortunately, the popular venue has now officially shut shop and customers have taken to Facebook to share their commiserations.
One wrote: “Gutted. It really was one of the best places to eat in York.
“It’s a pity more people didn’t discover it and keep it open. I will miss this place and the wonderful staff that were second to none.”
Another unhappy customer added: “Such a shame, loved the place and was hoping to go again soon.”
A third disappointed diner wrote: “Really sorry to hear this, came for the first time the other week and the food was all lovely.”
The restaurant hopefully hasn’t left too big of a hole in the hearts of their customers as the venue’s sister restaurant remains open.
Rio Brazilian Steakhouse concluded: “You can still enjoy our sister restaurant, Tomahawk Steakhouse York, just a short distance away at Lendal Cellars.”
What is happening to the hospitality industry?
MANY Food and drink chains have been struggling in recently as the cost of living has led to fewer people spending on eating out.
Businesses had been struggling to bounce back after the pandemic, only to be hit with soaring energy bills and inflation.
Multiple chains have been affected, resulting in big-name brands like Wetherspoons and Frankie & Benny’s closing branches.
Some chains have not survived, Byron Burger fell into administration last year, with owners saying it would result in the loss of over 200 jobs.
Pizza giant, Papa Johns is shutting down 43 of its stores soon.
Tasty, the owner of Wildwood, said it will shut sites as part of major restructuring plans.
