The team at popular Dublin restaurant Michael’s, in Mount Merrion, has announced that it will be closing its doors this month.
The restaurant, owned by Gareth ‘Gaz’ Smith, was known for its seafood, steaks, and extensive wine list. The closure comes following the expiry of its lease in Mount Merrion.
‘Very Good Terms’
‘We’ll be finishing up in Mount Merrion with immediate effect, leaving on very good terms with everybody and will be in touch with all existing reservations to provide an opportunity to come along for the ride with us in Big Mike’s and of course the beautiful and brilliant Esther’s is still buzzing away on Deerpark road if you need your seafood fix in Mount Merrion,’ the team noted on Instagram.
Big Mike’s
The statement indicates that some of the staff members from Michael’s will move over to Big Mike’s, Blackrock, also owned by Smith.
Big Mike’s offers a ‘New York vibe’ and includes an outdoor terrace, where diners can enjoy cocktails. The menu is also well known for its seafood.
‘Champions League Squad’
‘Big Mike’s in Blackrock is entering phase II, and it has become so successful that it needs my entire Champions League squad there every day, enhancing the guest experience and overseeing its thriving growth,’ read the Instagram statement from ‘Gaz’ and the team.
‘Big Mike’s guests will soon see many familiar staff faces relocating from Mount Merrion, and even a few OGs coming out of retirement. Plus, I’ll be spending much more time in the kitchen rattling the pots n pans.’
