A POPULAR café and pizzeria in Killaloe is to close its doors resulting in 22 job losses in East Clare.

RAW Café and Pizzeria announced on Tuesday that they will be shutting their doors this Sunday (August 31st).

In a statement, management reflected on “an incredible journey” and said, “We want to take this moment to thank every single customer who has supported us over the years, your loyalty, friendship, and encouragement have meant the world”

While the café and pizzeria element of the business will be coming to an end, the online interior shop will continue.

RAW first opened in 2019 and has become a busy spot on Church Street in Killaloe.

According to staff, the decision to close was a personal choice of the company’s owner and came as a surprise to them when they were informed on Tuesday.

In total, 22 people were employed at RAW, they will be let go as a result of the decision to close the café and pizzeria.

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