Popular hatted Melbourne restaurant collapses into voluntary administration

A popular hatted Melbourne restaurant has collapsed into voluntary administration.

The future of cult Italian joint 1800 Lasagne now remains unknown after owners shared a “heartfelt message” informing customers it had appointed liquidators.

“We are working closely with the administration team to streamline and re-structure our model to ensure we take the best steps while moving forward,” the owners said in a post on Instagram.

1800lasagne collapses into voluntary administration
The future of cult Italian joint 1800 Lasagne now remains unknown. (Instagram/@1800lasagne)

“Our loyal suppliers and our beloved staff are and will continue to be our highest priority through this process.

“1800 Lasagne has always been about people, passion and plates of love – and that hasn’t changed.”

The owners said trading and delivery hours remain unchanged as administrators took control of the restaurant.

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver dines at 1800 Lasagne in Melbourne with owner Joey Kellock and Georgia Puttock. Source: Instagram
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver at 1800 Lasagne in Melbourne with owner Joey Kellock and Georgia Puttock. (Instagram)

They urged customers to keep patronising its High Street location in Thornbury in Melbourne’s north-east.

“Please come and visit our incredible staff for dinner, takeaway, or a drink at the bar and help us get through this exciting but challenging time,” the message ended.

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