PHOTO: Bondi Hardware. INSTAGRAM
Sydney’s Beloved Bondi Hardware to Close After 12 Amazing Years
The iconic Sydney cocktail bar, Bondi Hardware, has announced it will be closing its doors after 12 years of operation.
The venue was initially purchased in 2010 by Applejack Hospitality founders Ben Carroll and Hamish Watts, who transformed the old hardware shop into a rustic-chic restaurant. The business was sold in 2018 and continued to operate under new ownership.
Bondi Hardware has announced the sad news that it will be closing its doors after 12 years
However, the bar has now confirmed that it will be shutting down, citing struggles in the hospitality sector as many people reduce dining out due to cost-of-living pressures, rising wholesale prices, and rents.
“After 12+ incredible years of serving good times—bottomless brunches, cocktails, Sunday roasts, live music, first dates (and even weddings)—it’s time to say goodbye,” the venue announced on Instagram on Tuesday. “Like many in hospitality, we’ve faced our share of challenges—navigating the impact of COVID, rising costs of living, and increasing prices of food, alcohol, utilities, and rent.”
Bondi Hardware has shared the sad news that it will be closing its doors after 12 years. “Combined with a demolition clause in our lease affecting long-term viability, we’ve made the difficult and devastating decision to close our doors.”
“Those who know the realities of running a small business (especially hospitality in this climate) will understand the mental toll and heartbreak of this decision, hence why we have been quiet for the past few weeks, processing this huge loss. It’s certainly not how we wanted it to end.”
The venue also thanked the “incredible community” and “amazing staff” for their support over the years, signing off with “endless gratitude for the amazing ride that we’ve had.”
Many locals and influencers flocked to the comments section to express their shock and sadness over the closure. Laura Csortan wrote, “So sorry to see it go, 1000’s of amazing memories. Thank you for creating a wonderful space for us all to come to over the years. The venue and everyone associated will all be missed terribly.”
“Bondi Hardware has been home to some of my most treasured memories (and a few blurry ones!) thanks for a brilliant run,” said Jana Hocking. Another person commented, “Noooo! End of an era. So many incredible nights and memories.”
“Bondi Hardware was my favourite local when I first moved to Sydney 10 years ago. This is such sad news, the community will miss you,” one added. Another commented, “So many memories and what an incredible 12 years!! thank you for all the fun times xx sending the biggest hug.”
Many locals and influencers flocked to the comments section to express their shock over the restaurant’s closure. Pictured a diner at Bondi Hardware
SOURCE: THE DAILY MAIL