Diners are unable to get a response from Satchmo’s Corner

The future of a Rugby town centre bistro, bar and live music venue that opened its doors two years remains unclear.

Diners said they are unable to contact anyone at the Satchmo's Corner, in Church Street, after the doors closed for ‘maintenance work’.

According to Companies House the business was dissolved on September 29, 2026.

The Rugby Advertiser visited the restaurant and has made numerous attempts to contact the management without success.

Claire Wells said: “We had booked tables for next month. Fortunately, no deposit was required.

“I have tried many times to contact them via email and social media to find out if our booking, which I made in the summer, would be OK, but have heard nothing.”

Claire said social media posts suggest the restaurant has closed for good.

“If that’s the case, it’s very sad for the owners.”

In September, staff from the restaurant posted on the Satchmo’s Corner Facebook page that they were closing for the chef’s holiday and ‘maintenance work’.

The notice said: “We will miss you - hoping it wont be long!”

Another post in October said: “Works are taking longer than expected”.

A Satchmo’s Corner customer who provided her name but does not want to be identified, said: “I had a lovely meal in Satchmo's and thought I’d treat my friend to a gift voucher for her birthday.

“The voucher expires soon and we can’t get through to the restaurant to make a booking or get a refund. I’ve emailed and phoned but nobody replies or picks up.

“It was a lovely place, but not hearing back after multiple attempts is disappointing.”