An Edinburgh branch of Pret a Manger is set to permanently close after it was announced 30 stores will shut around the UK.
The coffee shop on Shandwick Place will not reopen, with over 1000 jobs around the country now at risk.
The chain say they have been hammered by the coronavirus lockdown and have seen a huge reduction on footfall and commuters travelling through the city centre.
They will also reduce the number of staff working across its remaining UK stores to reflect the slump in demand.
The company said it has faced “significant operating losses” following the outbreak, despite having reopened over 300 of its sites.
Pret will soon start consultations with staff as it pushes forward with plans to shut these 30 sites in the second half of the year.
Discussions are also ongoing with landlords across its estate to develop a more “sustainable” model, after external advisers were hired.
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Chief executive Pano Christou said: “It’s a sad day for the whole Pret family, and I’m devastated that we will be losing so many employees.
“These decisions are not a reflection on anyone’s work or commitment, but we must make these changes to succeed in the new retail environment.
“Our goal now is to bring Pret to more people, through different channels and in new ways, so that we can continue to provide great jobs and opportunities to our remaining employees.”
