One customer said: “Absolutely gutted. One of the best places in town.”
The Italian Club Fish, on Bold Street opened its doors in 2009(Image: The Italian Club Fish)
A Liverpool restaurant has announced it has closed its doors for good with “immediate effect”. The Italian Club Fish, a seafood restaurant found on Bold Street in the city centre, has announced it has closed ‘with immediate effect’.
The restaurant issued a public statement on Instagram on Monday, January 13 to confirm the sad news. The statement said: “With hearts full of emotion, we write to inform out dear customers that The Italian Club Fish has closed with immediate effect.
“Proudly positioned at the top of the iconic Bold Street since 2009, we have had the honour and privilege of being the ONLY seafood restaurant in the heart of Liverpool. We wish to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who fined with us, supplied us, supported us, worked with us and helped us to become a special place in the lives of so many.
“A special thank you goes out to our extraordinary staff and management team who, with passion and dedication, ensured the highest quality of food and hospitality every single day for our customers.
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“It is hard to accept that all good things must come to an end, but nothing can ever erase the deep bond our restaurant shared with Liverpool, our customers, and everyone who made The Italian Club Fish an integral part of the culinary history of this great city.
“We will carry you in our hearts forever as we hope that you will forever carry ‘Fish Club’ in yours.” Long-term customers expressed their disappointment as they wished the team all the best for the future. Porkyaskew wrote: “So so gutted to hear this news you deserve much better and you have been a pillar of Liverpool’s food culture for so long . Sending lots of Love and Thanks for all your Passion and hard work.”
Bwhittydoll said: “Omg my favourite restaurant ever, dined there for many years celebrating lots of special occasions, you will be missed. David, Barbara & Tom.”
Etsurestaurant added: “Beyond gutted for you guys! Had some truly amazing meals in your place and it’s so sad you will be no more. Liverpool lost a great today. I hope you’re all ok and wish you all the very best for the future.” Cwsouthern commented: “Absolutely gutted. One of the best places in town. Best wishes to all of you.”