Closure of Slice Ramsgate announced – but hopes business can find new site in Thanet

Slice Ramsgate has announced its Harbour Street venue will shut on May 17 – but adds that the team is working on something new.

Slice opened at the former Goose pub premises in October 2024 after tenants David Lengyel and friend Sam Bagley took on a lease from Stonegate pubs.

The pair stripped out, painted, plastered and had a new kitchen and feature wall installed as well as creating a community space for local groups and organisations.

NHS worker Sam moved from Rochester to Ramsgate with partner Tony and their dog to lead the team.

David, who comes from Hungary, became involved after working at established venues such as Honest Burgers, GBK and Vapiano (pizza and pasta).

But today the business posted its closure announcement, saying: “We would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank all of our wonderful customers and the people of Thanet for the incredible support you’ve shown us over the past two years.

“We’ve loved being part of the community and creating so many great memories along the way.

“While this chapter is coming to an end, the team behind Slice are already working on something new and exciting.”

The team hope to remain in Thanet at a new venue.

They say the decision is down to a lease issue.

Stonegate has details advertising a ‘retail partnership tenancy’ for the venue on its website at a guide rent of £596pw.

The Stonegate website says: “Slice Ramsgate is perfectly suited to a single, multiple or experienced group operator looking to expand their portfolio. The pub already benefits from a high-performing, well-trained team, who understand the local trading patterns, customer expectations and peak periods inside out.”

It is, however, understood that the freehold lease is being handed back to the property owner.

Stonegate has been contacted for further details.