02-08-2025
‘I'm gutted', cry customers as popular Irish food spot forced to close over ‘unsustainable' costs months after opening
LOCALS have been left heartbroken after a popular Irish food spot was forced to close due to "unsustainable" costs.
Dacent Munch & Gatts, located in Carrigaline, Co
The franchise was launched from a food truck by Mayfield brothers Liam and Ciarn Horgan in 2020 and has grown into a beloved local
They opened its Dacent Munch & Gatts
But nine months later, the team has taken to
They said: "After a year of passion, creativity, and community, it is with heavy hearts that we announce the closure of Dacent Munch & Gatts.
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"Like many small businesses, we faced challenging times, and unfortunately, a lack of consistent business has made it unsustainable for us to continue.
"We want to express our deepest gratitude to every guest who dined with us, supported us, and believed in our vision.
"Your encouragement and kind words meant the world to us and kept us going."
The Dacent Munch & Gatts team also thanked their "incredible staff" for their dedication and hard work.
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They continued: "And to our trusted suppliers - thank you for your partnership and unwavering support. You've all been part of this journey, and we're proud of everything we created together.
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"Though this chapter is ending, we'll carry the memories with us and remain grateful for every moment."
It is understood that the Dacent Munch outlet at Mayfield Shopping Centre is still in operation.
Dancent Munch was located on Main Street in Carrigaline and offered a wide range of food and drinks to customers.
Locals were devastated by the news, taking to the comments of the announcement to send their well wishes.
One wrote: "That's extremely sorry to hear such news. Wish you to cope with everything and move forward with even more strength."
Someone else added: "Really sorry to hear this ye put a lot of work into it and should be so proud.
"It's unfortunate it has come to this .. and wish ye the best of luck for the future."
A third wrote: "I'm gutted."
A fourth said: "Very proud of yer hard work. Hopefully the next chapter is a better one."
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Dacent Munch & Gatts announced the news of their closure this week
Credit: Instagram / @dacentmunch
