Popular Sea Point eatery Zest Restaurant announced that it will be closing its doors until further notice as a result of damages it suffered from a fire that broke out on Wednesday evening.
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Newkings Boutique Hotel in the Piazza Da Luz, home to the Mediterranean and Asian fusion restaurant, reported the fire just after 6pm, according to IOL.
City’s Fire and Rescue Services spokesperson, Jermaine Carelse, told the publication that the cause of the fire is suspected to be the result of a faulty extractor fan in the restaurant’s kitchen.
‘The area was declared safe just after 7pm,’ said Carelse. ‘No persons were injured and two rooms on the fifth floor had to be ventilated as they were smoke-logged.’
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According to Ward 54 Councillor Nicola Jowell, the fire, which broke out in the restaurant’s kitchen, travelled upwards, where the flames became visible from the fifth floor.
Taking to its social media platforms yesterday, Zest restaurant broke the news that it would be temporarily closed until further notice.
To our valued customers,
Due to a fire in our kitchen, unfortunately, our restaurant will be closed until further notice.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding and support during this time.
Addressing the incident, Newkings Boutique Hotel said the temporary closure would persist until all legal requirements are met for a guaranteed safe reopening.
The hotel itself, however, remains fully operational.
We want to address the recent incident that happened at our on-site restaurant, Zest Cape Town. While a fire did take place at the restaurant premises, we want to assure you that the hotel itself remains fully operational.
At the Newkings Boutique Hotel, the safety and comfort of our guests are our top priorities. Our hotel facilities, including guest rooms, common areas and amenities, have not taken any damage and are functioning normally.
However, due to the fire, our beloved Zest will remain closed until further notice as we work to meet all legal requirements and guarantee a safe reopening. We hope they have a swift recovery from this challenging time.
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Picture: Nicola Jowell – Ward 54 / Facebook
