A popular Gloucester cocktail bar and Asian fusion restaurant has announced it will close this weekend.
The Tigers Eye at the Old Bell will call last orders this Saturday night.
In a statement, the Southgate Street venue said: “As you can imagine, this decision has not been easy for us in the slightest. We have tried to continue on for as long as possible with hope in our hearts however, a multitude of factors have now made it increasingly difficult for us to stay afloat.”
“Being handed the keys in 2008, Nick opened the bar with his best friend and business partner Paul Soden with bright ideas and visions of bringing some luxury to Gloucesters city streets. Gloucesters only purpose built cocktail bar. The addition of an Asian fusion restaurant – totally unique to Gloucester.”
“Bringing something different to the city, with one main goal of creating a warm atmosphere where all are welcome. In 2022 Paul sadly passed away, we owe a lot of thanks to him for all the opportunities he gave us.”
“The past few years have undoubtedly been very tough for us as a business, with Covid closures, the rising costs of practically everything.. and trade unfortunately dropping at a time of rising costs – it has forced our hand.”