SIX Restaurant at Gateshead Baltic Closes Immediately
A renowned restaurant listed in the Michelin Guide has abruptly shut its doors. SIX, located at the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead, ceased operations immediately due to escalating costs.
Background of SIX Restaurant
SIX first opened in 2009, situated on the top floor of the Baltic Centre. The restaurant was known for its fine dining experience, drawing both locals and visitors. In 2023, it was acquired by the Pneuma Group, based in Middlesbrough.
Reasons for Closure
The management of SIX has cited several factors contributing to its closure. These include:
- Increasing operational costs
- Difficult trading conditions
- An ongoing tough economic climate
- Sustained periods of financial losses
In their statement, the restaurant acknowledged that these challenges made it unsustainable to continue operations.
Official Statements
Representatives from the Baltic Centre clarified that SIX operated independently from the gallery itself. They emphasized that the decision to close was made solely by the Pneuma Group.
This sudden closure has left many in the local dining community surprised, as SIX had been a prominent feature of Gateshead’s culinary scene for years.
