Iconic Blue Mountains café to close after 102 years
Katoomba is set to lose a piece of local history with the announcement that iconic café The Paragon is closing its doors after 100 years.
The café, first opened in 1916, has long been a popular spot for a feed and a drink after catching a glimpse of the Three Sisters Form Echo Point and has become renowned both nationally and internationally for its stunning art deco interiors.
It's been ageing gracefully in the heart of the Blue Mountains for around 100 years, but the Paragon Café in Katoomba is now closing its doors. @DaltsWorld #9News pic.twitter.com/dWP9xorb3g
— Nine News Sydney (@9NewsSyd) February 19, 2018
The Paragon’s current owner Robyn Parker says the pressures of rent as well as maintenance of a century-old building are to blame for its closure after her seven-year tenure running the business.
However, patrons will be delighted to hear Parker plans on producing the café’s famous chocolate and confectionery at a different location in the future.
The café will remain open for only three more months, so if you’re keen on visiting this Aussie landmark, we suggest doing it sooner rather than later.
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