Diners have reacted with sadness to the news that popular Ipswich restaurant Aqua Eight has appointed liquidators.

According to a notice posted in the London Gazette, the restaurant voluntarily appointed liquidators at a meeting on March 23.

Aqua Eight also posted online saying that it would be closing during the coronavirus for the safety of staff and customers.

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The story has been one of the most read stories online with hundreds of people commenting on the news, many customers at the restaurant.

Jordan Holder said: “Massive loss to Ipswich. Some brilliant times had here!”

Jasmin Stanton commented: “Aw, very sad always had good food and a great night there.”

Paul Graham Thomas said: “Sad day. Best fried squid for 100 miles.”

Toni Smith said: “Such a shame, exquisite food and presentation. Some lovely memories made there. The end of an era.”

Others shared memories about memorable times spent in the restaurant. Janette Bailey posted: “Had my beautiful 50th Birthday meal there, amazing food.”

And some had even been planning to visit the restaurant to celebrate the end of the coronavirus pandemic. Jamie Bell said: “Devastated. That was our out of isolation treat.”

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