Announcing the final day of operation as December 15, owners Brian and Kev said it was “time to turn the page”.
“Our building has been sold, and our last day will be Sunday, December 15. There you go! Straight in,” the owners said.
“We’ve had a fantastic run on Pleasants Street over the past nine years, through our various iterations and incarnations.
“Wouldn’t have done any of it differently, except a few of the haircuts maybe. But really, it’s been fantastic, and now it’s time to turn the page.
“Enormous love to our superstar team, who were so warm, kind and understanding when we told them the news – you are the heroes who make this place what it is, day in, day out.
“Countless amazing people have worked with us over the years. Thank you kindly for everything, from the bottom of our hearts.
“Massive thank you to everyone who supported us over the years, from the regulars and neighbours to the city visitors.
“Even to the guy who told us we’d never succeed without a ‘scone and coffee deal’ in our first month, while slamming the door – you’ve given us memories we will never forget.
“Huge thanks to all the roasters, amazing producers, and suppliers we have worked with over the years, many of whom have become dear friends.
“It’s all smiles in the café. The tears will probably come to visit on December 15. But until then, it’s time to celebrate the past nine years and do what we do best – bake our hearts out and sling those coffees.
“Come and say hello, or goodbye, or tell us we should have had a scone deal,” they added.
The bakery owners added they have a “fantastic relationship” with the building’s owner, who has been encouraging and helpful since their opening.
While clarifying they aren’t in “any kind of financial trouble” and are closing purely because of the sale of the building, they called on better supports for the overall industry.
“Any politician listening, very little has been done to help our industry over the past few years, and very few people in hospitality are making a killing. Most are probably either going bust or just getting by,” they added.
“Much respect to anyone getting into the industry. We hope both economic conditions and government policy turn in your favour.”
