One of Parnell's most vibrant institutions, 46 & York will not be opening when we go into Level 2.
Owner Dana Johnston says the decision to place the establishment into liquidation has not been made lightly and like many in hospitality the squeeze has been tough.
The cumulative effect of the seasonal downturn of winter after lockdown and uncertain economic times are some of the factors that made Johnson conclude that the prudent and responsible thing to do, for all of those affected, such as the staff and the creditors, was to make the humbling decision to hand the business over to the liquidator.
"Six years of blood, sweat and tears went into 46 & York," Johnston tells Spy. "I loved the business and what it offered, particularly to my locals. The decision was certainly an emotional one and one I believe to have been a last resort, but ultimately - it's the right one."
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