Santoro’s in Yarm hits market months after shock closure

Regulars at Santoro’s, on Yarm High Street, were left devastated in February after the family-run restaurant announced it was closing for good.

The news, which was confirmed via a sign in the window of the site, came just months after bosses marked 45 years in business. 

No reason behind the closure was given – and since then, the restaurant has remained frozen in time, with blindfolds down and the front door shut. 

Santoro’s in Yarm closed suddenly in February (Image: THE NORTHERN ECHO)

But now, Santoro’s has hit the rental market, and is now available for £40,000 per year.

A new sign from Thomas:Stevenson has been erected in the windows of Santoro’s and on the side of the building, advertising the space is now to let.

As previously reported, the closure of Santoro’s was met with shock from Yarm residents, with the reasoning behind the decision still not yet confirmed. 

The closure notice – which has since been taken down – stated: “After a wonderful 45 years of business, we have decided to permanently close our doors.

The former staff at Santoro’s in Yarm (Image: Santoro Restaurant)

“We’d like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported us over the years. For voucher refunds, please contact us via email.”

Vincenzo Serino was the founding family member of the business, but sadly died in 2022.

His son Ricci and grandsons, Mikey and Joe, set out to continue the good reputation of the restaurant following Vincenzo’s passing.

The letting of the restaurant, which is situated opposite the Town Hall beside Costa and Savers, has been described as a “rare opportunity” by the agents.

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The property, which operated as a Chinese Restaurant for 20 years before Santoro’s took over, is arranged into a ground floor restaurant and sales area with a kitchen, stores, and a toilet. 

The fully-fitted kitchen includes commercial ovens, a pizza oven, fridge freezers, a glass washer and a dish-washer.

You can find out more information on the listing on the Thomas:Stevenson website.