Bosses at Cafe St Honoré say they have had to close because a staff member contracted Covid elsewhere and worked in the restaurant before they had symptoms.
The Thistle Street eatery temporarily closed its doors on Thursday June 17 to allow staff members to self-isolate for ten days.
They revealed on Twitter that a worker contracted Covid outside of the restaurant but came in for a shift because they didn’t yet have any symptoms.
Because they are a small team, the other workers are now required by law to self-isolate as they are classed as close contacts.
Cafe St Honoré will be closed until Saturday 26 June and won’t be able to provide their takeaway service at this time.
They said on Twitter: “Unfortunately a member of staff contracted Covid elsewhere and worked in the restaurant before symptoms were apparent.
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“This gives us no choice but to close Cafe for that period and we will be unable to provide our at home service or attend the Edinburgh Farmer's Market.
“We will be in touch with everyone who has booked a table or a Cafe at Home meal.
“We will re-open on Saturday 26 June for lunch and dinner.
“We apologise for any inconvenience and we look forward to seeing you again soon.”
