The Province

NUDE EATERY CLOSES AFTER FAILING TO PUT BUTTS IN SEATS

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Paris’ first nude restaurant will be shutting its doors after failing to attract clothingop­tional customers.

According to The Local, O’Naturel opened in November 2017asa way to cater to the rising popularity of nudism in France.

While the concept of a clothingop­tional restaurant seemed cheeky to some, it failed to garner a regular stream of customers, forcing the establishm­ent to reveal it will close in February.

“It is with great regret that we announce the definitive closing of the O’Naturel restaurant on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019,” owners Mike and Stephane Saada said in a statement to The Local. “Thank you for having participat­ed in this adventure by coming to dine at O’Naturel. We will only remember the good times, meeting beautiful people and customers who were delighted to share exceptiona­l moments.” O’Naturel featured a minimalist setting with a menu featuring French bistro cuisine. There is a strict list of rules for diners — such as a no-tolerance policy to voyeurism or exhibition­ism, and cellphones and cameras must be left in a cloakroom.

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