Auckland's SPQR restaurant liquidated, closing due to pandemic, costs, and reduced spending.

Auckland's iconic SPQR restaurant has closed its doors to diners and entered liquidation. The Ponsonby Rd eatery, which opened in 1992, is an industry mainstay that has been impacted by the pandemic, increased costs, and reduced spending by diners. Liquidators were appointed, and the restaurant is no longer operating. The hospitality sector continues to face challenges, with the industry experiencing a tough time.