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Burger Lovers Shocked: Almost Famous Closes Up Shop!

Almost Famous - burger chain - economic challenges - food industry - Leeds - Liverpool - Manchester - restaurant closure - UK hospitality

The beloved burger chain, Almost Famous, calls it quits amidst tough times. How will fans cope with the loss?

In a surprising turn of events, the beloved burger chain Almost Famous has announced the closure of all its sites, leaving fans across the UK heartbroken. Owner Beau Myers, conveying the news in a tearful statement, cited the challenging economic climate and lingering debt as the primary reasons for this heartbreaking decision. Almost Famous has made a name for itself over the past 13 years with its mouthwatering burgers and vibrant atmosphere, winning an army of loyal patrons in cities like Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

The news hit like a soggy bun on a rainy day, sending shockwaves through the burger community. For many, Almost Famous was more than just a restaurant; it was a place of joyful gatherings, first dates, and indulgent cheat meals. Customers have since taken to social media to express their dismay, sharing memories of their favourite burgers (we're looking at you, "The Bacon Cheeseburger") and the unforgettable vibe that made Almost Famous a staple in the local dining scene.

As the closed signs go up, fans are left wondering how they’ll fill the burger-shaped holes in their hearts. Who else is going to serve up that ooey-gooey cheesy goodness and mouthwatering bacon extravaganza? And more importantly, where will they find that insane calorific comfort food they always turned to after a long week? Though the founder has promised to stay positive as they navigate through this trying time, it's hard not to feel a little salty about the loss.

So, let’s toast (with a milkshake, of course) to the unforgettable flavours and experiences that Almost Famous has gifted us over the years. While their doors may close, the legacy of jaw-dropping burgers and unforgettable nights will be remembered by many. And did you know? Almost Famous was pivotal in bringing gourmet burgers to the forefront of the UK dining scene and played a crucial role in transforming casual dining as we know it today. It seems that life without these burger legends will indeed be a tad ‘almost famous’ for the UK after all!

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Almost Famous burger chain announces sudden closure (BBC News)

The restaurant closes outlets in Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds, blaming rising financial pressures.

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Almost Famous closing all sites: 'The current economic climate has ... (Business Live)

Pioneering burger restaurant group Almost Famous is closing all its sites - with owner Beau Myers saying the "current economic climate" and "lingering debt" ...

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Almost Famous confirms closure of all sites in heartbreaking statement (Manchester Evening News)

The founder of hit Manchester burger spot Almost Famous has announced the closure of all its sites. In an update issued this morning, owner Beau Myers ...

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Almost Famous, Leeds: Beloved burger chain announces shock ... (Yorkshire Evening Post)

A much-loved burger chain has announced the closure of its Leeds restaurant, citing growing economic challenges.

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Popular Manchester Burger Joint Almost Famous 'Heartbroken' As It ... (Secret Manchester)

After more than 13 years in the city, Manchester burger spot Almost Famous has announced an immediate closure of all sites.

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Almost Famous confirms closure of all sites in 'tearful eyes' statement (Liverpool Echo)

Owner Beau Myers issued a statement today citing the current economic climate as "too challenging" for the business to overcome. Almost Famous launched in ...

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Almost Famous: Burger chain with Leeds city centre location ... (Yorkshire Post)

Beau Myers - owner of Almost Famous which has locations in Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool – said the “current economic climate” had become too challenging for ...

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Popular burger chain Almost Famous announces shock closure (The Independent)

Restaurant's co-founder said business was hit by lingering debts from pandemic and rising costs.

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Manchester-based Almost Famous burger chain closes locations (Verdict Foodservice)

Burger chain Almost Famous has announced the closure of all its locations, ending a 13-year presence in the UK restaurant industry.

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'This isn't how we wanted the story to end': Almost Famous burger ... (The Caterer.com)

Manchester-based burger brand Almost Famous has closed all of its restaurants as a result of mounting financial pressures.

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Almost Famous shutters estate (MCA Insight)

The burger restaurant brand has closed its three remaining sites in Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds, citing lingering Covid debt and rising costs.

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Almost Famous closes its three remaining restaurants (BigHospitality.co.uk)

Northern burger brand Almost Famous has closed its three remaining restaurants citing lingering Covid debt and rising costs. It is understood that staff at ...

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Devastated Almost Famous staff 'found out they lost their jobs via ... (Manchester Evening News)

"Nice of me to find out I've just lost my job on Instagram"

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Almost Famous: Readers react as burger chain joins growing list of ... (Yorkshire Evening Post)

Yorkshire Evening Post readers have reacted as yet another restaurant in Leeds city centre shut for good this week.

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Almost Famous burger chain announces 'heartbreaking' closure of ... (Mirror.co.uk)

The chain - which has branches in Manchester, Leeds, and Liverpool - shared the "heartbreaking" news in a statement from co-founder Beau Myers yesterday.

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Almost Famous burger chain announces sudden closure (BBC News)

The restaurant closes outlets in Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds, blaming rising financial pressures.

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