AFTER six years serving the local community as the last standing buffet on the Mid North Coast, Town Green Buffet & Bar has announced it will close its doors at the end of the month.
In a post shared on Facebook, the business owners confirmed the closure followed a decision by new landlords not to renew the lease, as they plan to pursue their own ventures with the premises.
After years of welcoming families, friends and visitors through its doors, the business said the decision marked the end of an era for the region’s dining scene.
“We have to say goodbye,” the business owners said.
The venue has built a loyal following over the years, becoming a familiar gathering place for locals and visitors alike and earning a reputation as the final buffet-style restaurant operating on the Mid North Coast.
The owners expressed heartfelt gratitude to those who supported the family-run business throughout its journey.
“We want to thank all of our customers over the years who have supported our family business for as long as they have,” the post said.
While the closure brings sadness for many, the buffet owners said the change also allows them to focus their energy on existing hospitality ventures elsewhere in the region.
“This also allows us to focus on our current ventures where you will find Birol and Mel at Akdeniz Grill House and Ottoman Kebab,” the post said.
Long-time team member Keshav will take a well-deserved break after many years of dedication to the business, marking the end of a significant chapter for staff as well as patrons.
Town Green Buffet & Bar will continue trading until Thursday, 30 January, opening seven nights a week and closing during lunches in its final weeks.
For diners wondering where familiar faces have gone, Birol has extended an open invitation to reconnect.
Birol will be running Akdeniz Grill House at 72 Clarence Street in Port Macquarie.
Their Facebook post ended with a friendly note to the new occupants with, “We wish the new owners well with their future plans for the premises.”
By Sis HIGGINS
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