There’s nothing worse than saying goodbye to one of your favourite food spots.
9. Mangosteen
Mangosteen confirmed it would be closing down in July after being a key part of the Southsea food scene. Picture: Habibur Rahman. | Habibur Rahman Photo: Habibur Rahman
10. Sweet Unique, Gosport
Sweet Unique, a sweet shop which aslo served waffles and ice cream, opened on High Street, Gosport, in 2021 during the pandemic but its closure was announced at the beginning of 2023. Picture: Chris Moorhouse | Chris Moorhouse Photo: Chris Moorhouse
11. La Boulangerie - Portchester
La Boulangerie in West Street, Portchester, had to close down in January 2023 after 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. | The News Photo: Steve Deeks
12. Feed Cafe, Portsmouth
Feed Cafe, 7 The Hard, Portsmouth, suddenly closed down overnight in April 2023 with no word of warning that they would not be reopening from the previous shift. Picture: Sam Stephenson. | Sam Stephenson. Photo: Sam Stephenson