Beloved Dublin city centre spot, The Music Cafe, has closed with immediate effect due to financial pressures, leaving customers ‘devastated’.
The Music Cafe(Image: Google Maps)
A popular cafe in the heart of Dublin city has announced it’s immediate closure. The Music Cafe, located on Wellington Quay, was known for its welcoming atmosphere and music several times a week.
Its announcement today that is has closed stunned customers who frequently visited the Temple Bar spot.
A post on Instagram said: “With great regret, we announce our immediate closure. The financial burden that has hit us in recent times has put too much stress on the business.
“We are looking at all options and hope to bring you something bigger and better in the future. But for now, it’s goodbye. Thanks all, the staff at TMCD.”
The Music Cafe opened its doors in 2012 in the Grattan House building that is under a preservation order due to its architectural and historical history, Dublin Live reports. Many people shared their memories of the cafe and called for support to keep it open.
One person said: “We loved coming here when we were visiting Dublin. Please let us know if we can support you even though we are abroad”, with another adding: “Is there any way the community could support you during this time? I know that this place is such a landmark for so many locals!”
It also holds meaning for people who were creating a life in Dublin: “Omg I remember going there in my first year in Dublin trying to get my life together and feeling relaxed next to the Liffey and the vibes of the cafe I hope you make it somewhere else.”
Another shared their shock, saying: “Aw my goodness i would have dropped everything to come support on your last day, so sad to hear.”
Blas Cafe at Kings Inn took to Instagram stories to show support, saying: “Devastated to hear about our neighbours having to close. Always support your local and the independents in our city.”
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