Several restaurants have announced they are shutting their doors as inflation continues to spike.
The wave of closures continues as energy and food costs soar across the capital. A city centre cafe, a burger joint and a fusion restaurant have taken to social media recently to announce they are shutting their doors.
Here's an overview of some locations forced to cease trading as financial pressures mount.
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Virgin Mary Bar, Capel Street
Dublin's only alcohol free bar announced it was closing over the weekend after four years in business. The Virgin Mary Bar was a niche business as it only sold alcohol free beverages, such as mocktails.
The bar was popular with health conscious punters due to its alcohol free policy. The bar's decision to close stemmed from spiralling costs.
Mosh Burger, North Circular Road
This rock n roll themed burger joint only opened six months ago and was a smash hit in Dublin 7. However, the business confirmed it had no option but to close its location due to spiralling energy costs.
The eatery's owner Alex Silva told Dublin Live that Mosh Burger was his first business and that it was tough to say goodbye. He remained hopeful that the business could continue in a different capacity in the future.
Alex said: "Hiking costs made everything so hard. It was my first business and I was really eager to get a place open. In hindsight, I may have made the wrong decision."
WokeCup Cafe, Smithfield
This thriving vegan cafe was also forced to shut up shop due to inflation. The news emerged on Instagram over St Patrick's Day weekend as the cafe owner thanked customers for their support.
WokeCup closed its doors for the final time on Monday. Cafe owner Marya told Dublin Live that the cafe's abrupt departure stemmed from the cost of living crisis.
Marya confirmed: "'I'm closing due to the economic crisis we're all in now. I would love to reopen after taking a break."
Bao House, Aungier Street
The bustling city centre restaurant announced it was closing back in February. The Taiwanese restaurant first opened in 2018 and served hungry diners items such as bao buns, ramen and gyozas.
The owners confirmed the news on social media and added a 'cost of living' hashtag underneath the post. Fans of the restaurant voiced their disappointment at the announcement via the comments section on Instagram.
The Clock, Thomas Street
This popular Dublin boozer had served pints to several generations before its closure last month. The pub was revered for its pints of Guinness, with locals left disappointed at the announcement.
Several people slammed the decision as a sign of gentrification in the area. They praised the pub for its sense of community spirit over the years.
One person wrote on Twitter: "Sh*te. Love that place, proper locals joint. The Liberties is going the way of Stoneybatter."
What do you think of the recent closures across Dublin? Let us know in the comments below.
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