One of Dublin’s most renowned restaurants Shanahan’s on the Green has closed its doors until further notice.
Staff and suppliers were informed this week that the company was in an ‘alarming, almost, impossible situation,’ and would have to temporarily close due to financial challenges.
The building which dates back to the 1700s has hosted several restaurants over the years such as White’s on the Green and Baton Rouge. John Shanahan, originally from Boston took over ownership of the building and opened the current restaurant.
According to the Irish Times, John Shanahan spoke of a ‘promised meeting’ that is to happen with the restaurant owner and the Revenue Commissioners.
John Shanahan informed the public that ‘until further notice, we will have to cease doing business as usual.’ However, he is positive that everything will turn out ok telling the publication ‘I feel confident that I will resolve this matter quickly and have all taxes and vendor invoices satisfied quickly.’
He said ‘It may require that fast trip to the States to pull this all together; but fortunately, I’m still above the sod and am up for it! That’s a promise!’
The news comes just weeks after Dylan McGrath announced he was closing down two of his establishments, Rustic Stone and Brasserie Sixty6. Furthermore, diners were shocked to hear that Ranelagh’s Dillinger’s will be calling it a day at the start of November.
