One of Gosford CBD’s most loved cafes closed its doors on Friday, October 28 to the great consternation of local customers and staff.
The cafe, owned and managed by local identity Cyril Down has been somewhat of an institution for many locals for the last 21 years.
Cyril was still smiling, holding back the tears as dozens of well-wishers bought flowers and gifts of thanks for the loyal staff that have served them over the years.
“So many friendships were made and grown here at the cafe,” said floor manager Wendy “it’s a real shame, we survived COVID and now just as we’re bouncing back we need to shut down due to a disagreement with the new Imperial Centre management”.
Though, Cyril said to CCN he’ll get back on the horse and reopen after a very good holiday.
David Abrahams
That is sad,I loved to pop in there for a coffee.Shame on Imperial Centre Management,Frangipanni Cafe was the best thing that the Imperial Centre had.
Hopefully they open up again at a new location – my husband and I loved Frangipani Café!
Nicest cafe in Gosford, nicest staff of anywhere. Good luck and thanks to you all.
Such a shame! Frangipani brought more custom to the imperial centre than most shops. And Dawn made everyone feel like they were the most important customer to walk through the door!
Such sad news . The food and beverages were always delicious and the staff were something else ! You will be missed by many and a I will treasure those times I was able to chill out at your cafe 😪
everytime I went to Central Coast from Sydney, my first point of call was always the Frangipani Cafe. Totally , everything attached to that Cafe gets a 10/10 from me. I always got 2 slices of their Lemon Meringue tart,to take to Bateau Bay for my friend and on the way back to Sydney I always got two more ( 2 ..1 for me and 1 for my son. I’m going to miss them them terribly. I sincerely hooe that they can open again somewhere.
My love and best wishes to all management and staff. You were the best
Every time we hear about another rejuvenation of Gosford high quality businesses are forced out. Now there is no reason for me to come to Imperial Centre. Staff service and food were outstanding. What a shame
Please please come back.. I’m so traumatised with no Frangipani.. Both Wendy and Dawn were such stars 😢😢❤️❤️