A restaurant which opened in 2024 after a £2 million refurbishment of a former city centre bank has closed.
The Bardacious restaurant on Quiet Street in Bath
The restaurant in Quiet Street, in what used to be Royal Bank of Scotland, was founded by Steve and Dasha Luttrell and served Californian and Mexican inspired cuisine.
The owners last year revealed hopes of making Bardacious an international brand.
But after a year and half of being open, a sign has now been posted at the front of the premises saying: “Thank you Bath. After much thought, we’ve made the difficult decision to close Bardacious.
“This is not because of a lack of guests, passion or love for what we do – but because the financial reality of running an independent restaurant has become unsustainable.
“To everyone who dined with us, supported our team, shared meals, drinks and moments here – thank you. Independent restaurants don’t close because people stop caring – they close because the numbers no longer work.
“Thank you being part of our story. The Bardacious Team.”
Last year the restaurant successfully applied for permission and listed building consent to install a new access so delivery drivers waiting to collect food weren’t loitering outside or congregating in the reception area.
