A RESTAURANT chain has closed.

Baked potato specialists Spudulike shut its branch in Churchill Square, Brighton.

The chain has closed its other 36 stores across the country, costing nearly 300 people their jobs.

A statement from Churchill Square said: “Churchill Square has confirmed that Spudulike closed its doors on Friday, August 2. We would like to express gratitude to the hardworking employees that have served its customers for years.”