The past few years have proved difficult for the hospitality sector as a combination of cost of living pressures, the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the economic effects of Brexit have pushed many businesses to breaking point.
Small, independent businesses and eateries have been hit particularly hard – with many forced to close for good. We’ve put together a list of some businesses which are sorely missed since they were forced – or chose – to shut up shop.
Here are 16 shops, restaurants and pubs we said goodbye to in Portsmouth in 2023:
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Restaurants we have lost this year. Photo: -
2. Carvalho's Kitchen - Havant
Carvalho's Kitchen, in Belmont Grove, Havant, was closed indefinitely after a devastating fire took hold on July 22. Photo: Raymond Clarke
3. Becketts, Southsea
Becketts, a boutique hotel and eatery in Southsea's Belvue Terrace, officially closed its restaurant early July. It remains open as a bed and breakfast. Photo: -
4. La Boulangerie - Portchester
La Boulangerie in West Street, Portchester, had to close down in Januaryafter the owner became seriously unwell and could no longer run the business. The closure created a lot of sadness in the area because it was a staple bakery to locals for 42 years. Photo: Steve Deeks