It’s a bittersweet farewell for one of Cork’s most beloved restaurants. Spice Indian Cuisine, a staple of the Carrigaline community, is closing its doors after nearly 20 years in business. The restaurant, located on Main Street above Boyle Sports, will serve its final dishes on Monday, March 3rd.
The End of an Era
The closure was announced by Sulov Bhuyan, the restaurant’s owner, who shared the news with CorkBeo. Sulov expressed his love for running the restaurant, which opened in 2008, but acknowledged that rising operational costs, compounded by the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, made it increasingly difficult to continue.
“We had a really hard time during Covid and unfortunately didn’t bounce back,” said Sulov, reflecting on the difficult period. Despite the restaurant’s success, the financial strain was too much to overcome.
A Heartfelt Goodbye
Sulov took to social media to share his gratitude and offer a heartfelt thank-you to the many staff members, partners, and especially the loyal customers who have supported Spice Indian Cuisine over the years. In his post, he described the journey as “an incredible ride” full of joy, excitement, and invaluable learning.
“We want to take this moment to thank every team member, partner, and especially our customer who has been part of our story over a decade. Your support and engagement have meant the world to us,” he wrote.
Loyal Customers React
The announcement has left many customers deeply saddened, with some taking to social media to express their appreciation for the restaurant. One customer wrote, “Gutted to hear this. Have been going to Spice since you opened… absolutely the best Indian in Cork. Wishing you all the very best and thank you for all the great food and service through the years.”
Another said, “Oh no! I love this place, I go there for any occasion, every time I have friends in town. I’ve brought people there from all over the world. I’m so sorry to hear this. Thank you for all the lovely food over the years.”
The closure marks the end of an era for Spice Indian Cuisine, but its legacy of offering authentic and delicious Indian food in Cork will surely be remembered by its many loyal fans.
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