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The Providore shuts all 6 outlets, staff told only on day of closure
Founded in 2013, the Providore has scaled back its presence in recent years
Homegrown café, deli and grocer, The Providore Singapore, announced on Instagram that it will cease operations in Singapore with immediate effect on Monday (Mar 9).
In its post, the F&B brand expressed gratitude to patrons for their “long-term support and kindness,” though it did not disclose reasons for the closure.
“Partings come, but flavour and memories last forever,” the message read. It added: “We look forward to meeting you again in another form in the future.”
The F&B chain scaled back in recent years
The Providore Singapore was founded in 2013. It operated six outlets in locations including Mandarin Gallery, VivoCity and Raffles Place.
According to The Business Times, the brand quickly gained popularity with office-goers, thanks to its brunch mains and premium retail selection of cheeses, gourmet foods, baked goods, and groceries.
In recent years, however, the chain scaled back. In Apr 2025, The Providore was sold to new investors, and founder Robert Collick exited the business. That same month, its Raffles City outlet closed after four years of operation.
The Providore also ran a warehouse in Ayer Rajah, which included a retail section selling gourmet foods, wines, beers, spirits, and bespoke gifts, alongside its head office. Both the Ayer Rajah warehouse and head office are now marked as permanently closed on Google Maps. According to the company’s website, the warehouse’s retail section had already shut down in Sept 2020.
Staff were reportedly told on the day itself
According to a report by Mothership, The Providore’s staff were only informed of the closures on the morning of Mar 9, when they arrived at work.
A staff member who spoke to the publication said many of the outlets’ products appeared to have been cleared overnight.
“It is really so sad that the company never take into consideration the impact this will have on the employees who have their own various commitments. No empathy, no practical solutions were offered to the affected staff too,” they added.
Vulcan Post has reached out to The Providore for comments.
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