THE company behind an iconic Southampton restaurant where Prime Minister Rishi Sunak once waited tables has gone into liquidation.

Joytun Bari Limited - trading as Kuti's Brasserie - has gone into administration after owner Kuti Miah previously said these were the "hardest times" they've faced.

The company Joytun Bari Limited has voluntarily gone into liquidation.

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It's understood the restaurant will remain open to customers.

Housed at the Grade II-listed Royal Pier gatehouse, the restaurant has been an iconic landmark for most city residents.

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The restaurant has scooped a number of national awards, including being named 'Best Spice Restaurant' in the British Curry Awards 

The eatery is also the former workplace of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

Speaking in November, Mr Miah told Australian TV news said: "Times are tough at his old workplace.

“Rising prices have made it difficult for this place to break even. In 42 years this is the hardest time I’ve gone through.”

“All the electricity has gone up, gas has gone up. We cannot pass to our customers.”

The Daily Echo has contacted Kuti's Brasserie for a comment.

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