'We can’t compete with big chains' - Kilkenny City business closes after less than a year
News of the Kilkenny outlet’s closure was announced late on Wednesday evening
Kilkenny City business has taken another blow following confirmation that another outlet is to close its doors less than a year since they began operations.
Santeria Sandwich Club, located on John’s Bridge in the city, opened in July 2025 and offered gourmet sandwiches, bowls and much more using local ingredients.
The owners, who also have a base in Thomastown (Tapas Thomastown), did re-assure customers that their restaurant there will remain open.
“We will not be trading anymore here in Kilkenny,” the local business told social media followers.
“It’s been a wonderful, challenging year. We did try, we did our best,” a spokesperson for the cafe said but admitted it ‘wasn’t feasible’ to be a small business supporting other small businesses.
“I’m very sorry, we can’t compete with big chains. It can’t be done,” the spokesperson continued.
“We did put a lot of effort and a lot of love into it.”