Artisanal chocolate pioneer Laurent Cafe & Chocolate Bar at Robertson Quay to close after 20 years
“I’m completely devastated by what’s happening to us,” said chef-owner Laurent Bernard, whose cafe in Robertson Quay has been a pioneer in the artisanal chocolate scene since it opened in 2006.
Laurent Café & Chocolate Bar, a pioneer in the artisanal chocolate scene since opening in 2006, will close after 20 years of operation. Chef-owner Laurent Bernard expressed devastation over the closure of the Robertson Quay outlet, where the brand made its mark with freshly made chocolate bonbons and delightful choc souffles. The decision to close the dine-in cafe was attributed to financial burdens and reduced foot traffic in the area, along with rising rental costs.
Despite the closure, the Laurent Bernard Chocolatier brand will continue to operate online, allowing customers to order cakes, chocolate boxes, and other treats for delivery or self-collection from the central kitchen. Laurent Bernard emphasized the emotional significance of the cafe to the neighborhood and expressed deep gratitude to customers for their memories at the establishment over the past two decades.
The final day of operations for the Robertson Quay location is August 10, 2023, with online orders remaining available via the brand's website.
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