Brothers to close 'great addition' restaurant 'with a heavy heart'

Korean restaurant KaiBaiBo is to close due to "a mix of personal reasons and the ongoing challenges of rising costs." The venue's owners issued a statement today thanking customers for their patronage and confirmed the final trading date.

KaiBaiBo launched on Slater Street in Liverpool city centre in 2022, offering East Asian cuisine including ramen, bao and rice dishes. The restaurant is a joint venture from brothers Chris and Robin Turner.

Chris worked in restaurants across the North West while Robin taught English to children in South Korea. The pair opened a similar business in Warrington markets before moving to the city centre to flesh out the KaiBaiBo concept in 2022.

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A statement shared online today informed customers of KaiBaiBo's closure, admitting the decision "was a difficult one." The post read: "It's with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of KaiBaiBo on February 9th.

"These past few years on Slater St have been an incredible journey, filled with unforgettable moments and the most wonderful people. We're so grateful for every single one of you who walked through our doors.

"While the decision to close was a difficult one, a mix of personal reasons and the ongoing challenges of rising costs have made this the best path forward. We're incredibly proud of what we've built here. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your unwavering support. We'll miss you all dearly.

"A special thank you to our incredible staff who have worked tirelessly since day one. We couldn't have done it without you. We hope to find a way to bring the spirit of KaiBaiBo back to you all in the future."

Customers shared their farewells and best wishes to the restaurant online. One patron said: "That’s so sad guys. You were a great addition to the city centre. Good luck for the future, you’ll do well where ever your journey takes you Gamsahamnida."

Another said: "One of my faves, hope to see you back at some point." A third user said: "This is the worse news ever so sad to see you guys go." Another said: "Nooo the best ever vegan tantanmen ramen I've ever tasted in my life."