Burger chain Almost Famous has announced the closure of all its locations, ending a 13-year presence in the UK restaurant industry.  

The Manchester-based burger chain cited financial challenges as the reason for shutting down its operations, which included venues in the Northern Quarter and Great Northern in Manchester and sites in Liverpool and Leeds. 

The American-style burger brand established its first outlet in the Northern Quarter in 2012. 

Almost Famous co-founder Beau Myers stated: "It is with broken hearts that today, 27 January 2025, we announce the closure of all Almost Famous venues across Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds.  

“The current economic climate has proven too challenging for us to overcome, with lingering debt from Covid and rising costs across every aspect of the business.  

“Despite our best efforts, we are no longer able to continue.” 

The closure comes just months after the launch of the brand's late-night burger outlet, Super Awesome Deluxe, in the Northern Quarter. 

Myers added: “For over 13 years, we’ve had the privilege of working alongside some of the most talented and passionate people in hospitality. We will do everything we can to support you during this transition.” 

He concluded his statement by urging those in the hospitality industry to assist in finding employment for his staff. 

Almost Famous claims to have served up over a million burgers over 13 years.

Its burgers were priced between £8 and £10.50. The Triple Nom cost £9 and featured a mix of cheese, pulled pork, coleslaw and BBQ sauce. 

The Down & Out burger contained American cheddar cheese, onions, mustard and its signature sauce. 

The Good Morning America burger featured cheese, a sausage patty, bacon, maple Cheerios, a poached egg, bacon, mayonnaise and ketchup. 

The chain offered milkshakes at £4, including strawberry pop tart and blueberry muffin flavours.