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Auckland's Iconic SPQR Restaurant Goes Dark: Behind the Liquidation

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Sad news for Auckland foodies as SPQR, a beloved institution, closes its doors after 32 years. Find out the juicy details!

Auckland's food scene received a blow with the recent closure of SPQR, a renowned modern Italian cuisine spot on Ponsonby Road. Since 1992, SPQR has been a go-to spot for locals and celebrities alike, offering delicious dishes and a stylish setting. The liquidation news shocked many, signaling the challenging times faced by the hospitality industry in Auckland.

SPQR's closure marks the end of an era for Ponsonby Road, known for its vibrant dining culture. The restaurant's iconic status attracted a diverse crowd, from famous musicians to regular diners seeking a taste of luxury. With its doors now closed, Auckland loses a culinary gem that will be dearly missed by many.

Liquidators from PKR Insolvency were tasked with handling SPQR's financial matters, shedding light on the complexities faced by businesses in the current economic climate. The closure serves as a reminder of the fragility of the hospitality sector and the need for support during challenging times.

Despite its closure, the legacy of SPQR lives on in the memories of those who enjoyed its culinary delights. The restaurant's rich history, celebrity sightings, and delicious menu will be fondly remembered by Aucklanders and food enthusiasts alike, ensuring that SPQR's presence in the city's gastronomic folklore remains strong.

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Popular Auckland restaurant SPQR in liquidation (RNZ)

The Ponsonby Road eatery opened in 1992 and has been serving up modern Italian cuisine since. Co-liquidator Stephen Lawrence confirmed SPQR had been placed in ...

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Auckland's SPQR restaurant in liquidation, doors closed to diners (New Zealand Herald)

One of Auckland 's most iconic restaurants is closed to diners, with SPQR placed in liquidation. The Ponsonby Rd eatery has been an institution since ...

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Popular Auckland restaurant SPQR goes into liquidation (1 News)

Popular Auckland eatery SPQR has gone into liquidation amid tough economic conditions in the hospitality sector. The iconic restaurant opened its doors on ...

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Auckland's SPQR restaurant placed in liquidation (Stuff.co.nz)

SPQR, an iconic restaurant on Auckland's Ponsonby Road, has closed its doors to diners after 32 years. Liquidators from PKR Insolvency were appointed to the ...

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SPQR liquidation: Kerre Woodham, Noelle McCarthy, Jesse ... (New Zealand Herald)

Storied Ponsonby Rd restaurant SPQR is in liquidation . A landmark of the stylish strip since 1992 , diners have included everyone from Mick Jagger and ...

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End of an icon: SPQR restaurant in liquidation, doors closed to diners (Newstalk ZB)

The Ponsonby Rd eatery has been an institution since opening in 1992, originally owned by cinematographer Stuart Dryburgh and filmmaker Dorthe Scheffmann. The ...

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SPQR owner 'really sorry' as popular Auckland restaurant goes into ... (RNZ)

Chris Rupe has thanked Aucklanders for their 27 years of patronage and urged them to support other locally owned hospitality businesses.

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Popular Auckland restaurant SPQR in liquidation (msnNOW)

The Ponsonby Road eatery opened in 1992 and has been serving up modern Italian cuisine since. Co-liquidator Stephen Lawrence confirmed SPQR had been placed in ...

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'Hard out there': Popular Auckland restaurant SPQR in liquidation (Otago Daily Times)

The Ponsonby Rd eatery opened in 1992 and has been serving up modern Italian cuisine since. Co-liquidator Stephen Lawrence confirmed SPQR had been placed in ...

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