Shock Closure of Beloved Sydney Eatery: Red Lantern to Shut Doors After 23 Glorious Years
- .Iconic Darlinghurst restaurant Red Lantern will close on November 22, ending an impressive 23-year run
- The pioneering eatery launched co-owner Luke Nguyen into international culinary stardom
- Co-owners Luke Nguyen, Pauline Nguyen, and Mark Jensen have had immense success in TV, hospitality, and publishing
The curtain is set to fall on one of Sydney’s most cherished and influential Vietnamese restaurants, Red Lantern, as it prepares to shut its doors for the final time on November 22. This 23-year-old culinary institution in Darlinghurst has been a staple of Sydney’s food scene, and its closure will undoubtedly leave a void in the hearts of foodies and locals alike.
Luke Nguyen, co-owner and internationally renowned celebrity chef, has had his career catapulted to new heights thanks to Red Lantern’s success.
His numerous television programs and hospitality ventures have made him a household name, while his sister Pauline Nguyen and business partner Mark Jensen have also achieved success as authors and broadcasters, all while juggling the demands of the restaurant.
Red Lantern’s impact on Sydney’s culinary landscape cannot be overstated. It has introduced generations of Australians to the vibrant flavours and aromas of Vietnamese cuisine, and its closure will undoubtedly be felt across the city.
As the restaurant’s doors close for the final time, Sydney will be saying goodbye to an era of gastronomic excellence and a true icon of the city’s dining scene.