A popular two-hatted restaurant in Sydney’s CBD is set to shut its doors after nearly 10 years of serving customers, leaving fans devastated.
INDU Dining, a South Asian restaurant located in the basement of a heritage-listed building on the corner of George Street and Angel Place, has confirmed its final service will be on Saturday, March 29, coinciding with the end of its lease.
Owner Dr Sam Prince, who founded Sam Prince Hospitality Group – the company behind popular venues like Mejico and Kid Kyoto – said INDU has ‘decided the time is right to leave our beautiful home’.
‘All good things come to a spice-infused end. With our lease coming to an end, the time feels right to step away from our underground oasis,’ the restauranteur said.
‘This space has been more than just a restaurant – it’s been a home, a celebration, a place where countless memories were made over shared meals and laughter.’
However, it isn’t over for INDU just yet, as the owner hinted at the possibility of the restaurant reopening in a new location.
‘While our journey here is wrapping up, the story of INDU isn’t over. We’re taking stock, looking ahead, and will keep you updated on what’s next,’ he said.
‘After nearly a decade, it’s time to say see you later.’
INDU Dining in Sydney’s CBD is set to close its doors after nearly 10 years of running
In a personal email sent out to its loyal customers, the restaurant owner said they were feeling ‘hopeful for the future’.
‘We will keep you updated on any upcoming announcements, and we’re grateful for everything that each of you has contributed to the success of INDU,’ he added.
‘Before we say goodbye, we invite you to join us for one last feast as we celebrate nearly 10 years of amazing food, South Asian flavours, hospitality, and community.
‘From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of this journey. Let’s make these final weeks unforgettable.’
The news has left fans distraught – with one saying: ‘Every book has a chapter. Sad to see you go but that’s the circle of life.’
‘No… I was literally telling my husband that I want to go back again,’ another shared.
‘Oh no! My favourite restaurant please open elsewhere. Your food is delicious! Thank you for all the amazing meals,’ one revealed.
‘Been a massive fan for years – so sad you’re going. I have booked dinner for this Friday – can’t wait to savour your amazing food one last time on George Street – please please please open up somewhere else soon,’ another added.
‘This is awful news,’ one said.
While one INDU worker chimed in: ‘Eternally grateful. 2023-2025 employee.’
The venue confirmed its final service will be on March 29, coinciding with the end of its lease
The two-hatted South Asian restaurant is located in the basement of a heritage-listed building on the corner of George Street and Angel Place
The restaurant has been a huge hit among Sydneysiders over the past decade, with customers giving it an impressive rating of 4.3 stars out of 5 on Google Reviews.
INDU’s closure comes just five months after Sam Prince Hospitality Group announced that its hugely popular Mexican restaurant Mejico was ceasing trading.
‘After 11 incredible years, our beloved home is being redeveloped,’ the owner said back in October 2024.
‘This means we will be packing up our tequila and saying farewell to Pitt Street… for now.’
But just two months after closing its doors on Pitt Street, the restaurant announced its return, reopening Mejico at a new location in Surry Hills.
‘Guess who’s back… and in a whole new postcode, 2010. We’re thrilled to call Surry Hills home,’ the restaurant shared, adding that its opening day was on December 5.
‘Walk in.. and head straight to the bar for your favourites – tableside guac, endless margaritas and jalapeño poppers. Plus, we’ve got a few new dishes and drinks up our sleeves to keep things fresh.’
INDU joins a string of popular Sydney restaurants that have closed their doors amid rising rent costs and expenses in recent months, including Long Chim and Petermen.
