DACH Supersonic October 14, 2018 Share October 14, 2018 Hello Kitty cafe in Singapore to shut down in February 2019 https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/food/hello-kitty-cafe-in-singapore-to-shut-down-in-february-2019. SINGAPORE - Singapore's first Hello Kitty-themed cafe, which opened amid much fanfare more than two years ago at Changi Airport's Terminal 3 arrival hall, will be closing early next year. "They say all good things come to an end, and Hello Kitty Orchid Garden will be shutting its doors for good come February 2019," said the cafe in a Facebook post on Friday (Oct 12). It added in a statement that its last day of operations will be on Feb 8 next year. Responding to queries from The Straits Times, Ms Fiona Chin, assistant manager for marketing at Europa Specialty Restaurant, which owns and operates the cafe, said the decision to close the cafe comes with the end of the company's licence and partnership with Sanrio, the Japanese company which owns the Hello Kitty Brand. She added that there are no plans to relocate the cafe, which will be closed permanently. As for whether there will be any Hello Kitty cafes in Singapore in future, she declined to comment. "We would like to express gratitude and appreciation to all the fans and supporters of the cafe. We are humbled by the support and look forward to bringing our customers more exciting F&B themes and concepts,” said Ms Chin. The eatery, the world's first 24-hour Hello Kitty cafe, drew hundreds of fans at its opening in May 2016, with some queueing up hours before it opened. Its Hello Kitty-inspired dishes include waffles in the shape of the iconic feline character, as well as smoked salmon sandwiches, spicy dried shrimp sambal pasta and frozen yogurt. In July this year, the cafe also announced the launch of ice-cream mooncakes featuring the character.. To mark its departure, the cafe will be throwing four tea parties in December. Tickets to the party, sold at $138 for a pair, include canapes, gelato as well as limited-edition Hello Kitty merchandise. The sessions, which will be held at the cafe, will also feature games, quizzes and lucky draws. The Straits Times has contacted the cafe for more details on why it is closing and whether it is relocating elsewhere. ↡ Advertisement 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boringchap Turbocharged October 14, 2018 Share October 14, 2018 I've not tried that cafe, so I don't know whether the food was any good. I do have just flown on the Hello Kitty plane on EVA Air, and the food was pretty good. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesc Hypersonic October 14, 2018 Share October 14, 2018 (edited) I never liked the idea of Hello Kitty cafe. I think they should have gone for a No Hand restaurant concept. So many people go there because they like Thai food right? Edited October 14, 2018 by Jamesc 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yeshe Turbocharged October 14, 2018 Share October 14, 2018 I never liked the idea of Hello Kitty cafe. I think they should have gone for a No Hand restaurant concept. So many people go there because they like Thai food right? I can conclude merc drivers likes hands free? 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mockngbrd Supersonic October 14, 2018 Share October 14, 2018 Kitty cafe nobody go one. Very empty Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Discoburg Supersonic October 14, 2018 Share October 14, 2018 Waste of footprint 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ender Hypersonic October 14, 2018 Share October 14, 2018 Mcdonalds does a better job in creating the hello kitty craze then the hello kitty company themselves. LOL. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DACH Supersonic October 14, 2018 Author Share October 14, 2018 Kitty cafe nobody go one. Very empty So does Gudetama and My Melody cafes. Think these won't last long as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inlinefour Twincharged October 14, 2018 Share October 14, 2018 I think they should have gone for a No Hand restaurant concept. So many people go there because they like Thai food right? Thailand best favourite food is Poseidon entertainment complex 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman888 Moderator October 14, 2018 Share October 14, 2018 Airport retail space renew every 2-3 years, no guarantee of renewal and you have tender for your existing unit. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurpsexx 6th Gear October 14, 2018 Share October 14, 2018 I never liked the idea of Hello Kitty cafe. I think they should have gone for a No Hand restaurant concept. So many people go there because they like Thai food right? How to eat with no hands??? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Count-Bracula Twincharged October 15, 2018 Share October 15, 2018 Hello Kitty cafe in Singapore to shut down in February 2019 https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/food/hello-kitty-cafe-in-singapore-to-shut-down-in-february-2019. SINGAPORE - Singapore's first Hello Kitty-themed cafe, which opened amid much fanfare more than two years ago at Changi Airport's Terminal 3 arrival hall, will be closing early next year. "They say all good things come to an end, and Hello Kitty Orchid Garden will be shutting its doors for good come February 2019," said the cafe in a Facebook post on Friday (Oct 12). It added in a statement that its last day of operations will be on Feb 8 next year. Responding to queries from The Straits Times, Ms Fiona Chin, assistant manager for marketing at Europa Specialty Restaurant, which owns and operates the cafe, said the decision to close the cafe comes with the end of the company's licence and partnership with Sanrio, the Japanese company which owns the Hello Kitty Brand. She added that there are no plans to relocate the cafe, which will be closed permanently. As for whether there will be any Hello Kitty cafes in Singapore in future, she declined to comment. "We would like to express gratitude and appreciation to all the fans and supporters of the cafe. We are humbled by the support and look forward to bringing our customers more exciting F&B themes and concepts,” said Ms Chin. The eatery, the world's first 24-hour Hello Kitty cafe, drew hundreds of fans at its opening in May 2016, with some queueing up hours before it opened. Its Hello Kitty-inspired dishes include waffles in the shape of the iconic feline character, as well as smoked salmon sandwiches, spicy dried shrimp sambal pasta and frozen yogurt. In July this year, the cafe also announced the launch of ice-cream mooncakes featuring the character.. To mark its departure, the cafe will be throwing four tea parties in December. Tickets to the party, sold at $138 for a pair, include canapes, gelato as well as limited-edition Hello Kitty merchandise. The sessions, which will be held at the cafe, will also feature games, quizzes and lucky draws. The Straits Times has contacted the cafe for more details on why it is closing and whether it is relocating elsewhere. YAY! 'cos A&W coming 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuPerBoRed Twincharged October 15, 2018 Share October 15, 2018 The eatery, the world's first 24-hour Hello Kitty cafe, drew hundreds of fans at its opening in May 2016, with some queueing up hours before it opened. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
13177 Supersonic October 15, 2018 Share October 15, 2018 Such theme cafe cannot last one de. Last time also have such similar theme cafe but all close down eventually. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kopites Supersonic October 15, 2018 Share October 15, 2018 How to eat with no hands??? ð°use your mouth.. I never liked the idea of Hello Kitty cafe. I think they should have gone for a No Hand restaurant concept. So many people go there because they like Thai food right? give you a business idea. open a "No bra" restaurant. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DACH Supersonic October 15, 2018 Author Share October 15, 2018 Such theme cafe cannot last one de. Last time also have such similar theme cafe but all close down eventually.Which one? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
13177 Supersonic October 15, 2018 Share October 15, 2018 Which one? The one at cineleisure lo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Playtime Twincharged October 15, 2018 Share October 15, 2018 Actually go there is play soft toys or what? Unless got section with cat eared jav syt, so my kids can go play soft toy while soft syt play with me... why go? ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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