A popular Melbourne restaurant has closed its doors for good after more than three decades in business.
Miyako Japanese Cuisine and Teppanyaki, located on Southbank, took to social media on Sunday to announce the closure and thank customers for their support.
No reason was given for the restaurant’s closure, but other venues that have recently closed in Melbourne have cited a “perfect storm” of high running costs, fewer customers and an oversupply of venues.
The Yarra Riverside restaurant, located on the top floor of the three-storey Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct building, serves “French-influenced Japanese cuisine”.
“It is with great regret that we announce the closure of Miyako,” management said.
‘We would like to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support and patronage over the past 27 years since 1997.
“Serving you has been our greatest pleasure and thank you for all the wonderful memories.”
The venue, which had a four-star rating on TripAdvisor, joins other Melbourne foodie favourites Izakaya Den, Rosetta, Gingerboy, Pie Thief, Mali Bakes and La Porchetta, which have all closed in the past four months.
Melbourne’s Miyako Japanese and teppanyaki restaurant has closed its doors for good
The popular Southbank restaurant announced its closure on social media on Sunday.
Social media users who responded said they were shocked when they responded to the restaurant’s announcement on Instagram and Facebook.
“We’re sorry to see you go. We were regulars and enjoyed the food, sake and wonderful service,” one person said.
“My boyfriend and I went on our first date and came back for our annual anniversaries. Sad to see you around. Thank you for your great food and hospitality,” another person said.
“The food was always excellent, as was the service,” wrote one.
The owners have not yet announced their next move and whether it will be another Melbourne hospitality venue.
Daily Mail Australia has contacted the company for comment.
The restaurant was popular with locals and visitors alike after bursting onto Melbourne’s dining scene in 1997.
The restaurant serves Japanese-inspired cuisine with French influences and is the latest in a series of restaurant closures.