A popular South Liverpool restaurant is closing permanently after less than three years in business.
Anar Turkish BBQ on Aigburth Road, which opened in 2018, has taken to social media to announce the sad news.
The restaurant said it is 'with a heavy heart' that it must close its doors due to the 'strains and pressures' of the last year and another 'tough' start to 2021.
Taking to Instagram, the team shared a photo which read: "Important closure announcement.
"Unfortunately due to the strains and pressures of last year and again this year's tough start, it is with a heavy heart that we have decided to close Anar Aigburth from tonight.
"We would like to thank each & everyone off you for your support & custom, we are very sad to do this."
Alongside the post, a caption read: "This really saddens us to do this, but unfortunately from tonight we will have to permanently close our restaurant.
"We have tried to keep business going through the pandemic but unfortunately we can't. Thank you for all your custom & support. The team at Anar Aigburth."
Fans were quick to comment on the post expressing their sadness at the decision.
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Among the comments, one person wrote: "So sorry to hear this absolutely love your restaurant and food."
Another said: "Ahhhhh I'm so sorry. Loved the restaurant amid your staff. Always so friendly. Hoping for better times for you all x"
A third added: "So sad this is happening to people. Wish you all the luck in the world."
