''The Grillfather'' to permanently close its doors

Popular restaurant chain, The Grillfather, has announced that it will permanently close its doors.

COURTESY: Facebook - The Grillfather S.A

In a statement, posted on the Grillfather’s Facebook page, it citied that it is struggling to operate, following the demise of its founder Shane Swiegelaar, as well as the coronavirus pandemic. The 46-year-old Swiegelaar died in 2020 following a heart attack.

The Swiegelaars own three Grillfather branches - Mitchells Plain, Kuils River and Woodstock.

Swiegelaar opened his first Grillfather in his garage at his home in 2016 and within months, moved to a premises in Westridge Centre where he fired up the grills to serve Mitchells Plain with his famous juicy grilled burgers.

The Grillfather is home of the famous Tsek Burger and the Yoh Burger. The food chain's slogan is ''East Like A Boss.''

COURTESY: Facebook - The Grillfather S.A

Tina Swiegelaar, who is the wife of the deceased, thanked customers, supporters and  friends ‘’that became part of our family.’’

‘’Thank you for making a man’s dream a reality. We salute you!’ Thank you to our most precious asset, our staff (past and present) for your unwavering dedication and sacrifices, The Grillfather was everything to everyone because of you!’’

‘’Through God’s grace the closing of this chapter only lead to a more marvelous one to be written,’’ read the statement.

The last trading day will be on Saturday, 30 December 2023.

 

Done By: Mitchum George