A much-loved restaurant in the heart of Whitchurch, Cardiff, has announced the devastating news of its closure. Sopra 73 is run by Marc Palladino, owner of both Sopra 73 and popular pizzeria housed below Pizzeria Villaggio, and who opened the restaurant less than two years ago. Now, however, it is shutting its door as a result of the ongoing financial crisis.
In the time since it opened it has garnered a plethora of glittering reviews from foodies across the city, receiveing a nod from Jay Rayner, and has become a staple in the community with its French and Italian food cooked by head chef Padrig Jones. The news of its closure comes just hours after another firm favourite, Bully's, announced similar news and foodies are heartbroken.
Taking to social media, Marc announced its closure with a heartfelt message that read: "It is with a very heavy heart that I have made the decision to permanently close Sopra 73. Unfortunately we aren’t able to sustain the business due to the spiralling cost of utilities and produce.
