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Restaurant Closure

Ridgefield
Lifestyle
'This One Is Truly Difficult': Italian Restaurant To Close After 12-Year Run In Ridgefield 'This One Is Truly Difficult': Italian Restaurant To Close After 12-Year Run In Ridgefield
'This One Is Truly Difficult': Italian Restaurant To Close After 12-Year Run In Ridgefield A favorite Fairfield County Italian restaurant known for its short rib ravioli and Tuscan stew, among other " must-haves," is closing its doors after 12 years in business. Bartolo in Ridgefield made the announcement on Facebook on Wednesday, May 1. The owners, Arthur and Julia Tess and Trey Michaelsen, said: "This one is truly difficult, however it is one we must say.  "After 12 years, Bartolo will be closing on Saturday, May 25. It is with an extremely heavy heart that we are making this announcement." According to the many 5-star reviews online and from regulars, the dedicated grou…

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by Kathy Reakes
Capital District
Business
'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Rensselaer County Closing After 12 'Amazing' Years 'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Rensselaer County Closing After 12 'Amazing' Years
'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Rensselaer County Closing After 12 'Amazing' Years After more than a decade of slingin’ pies, a well-reviewed pizzeria in the region is calling it quits. Rensselaer County eatery Village Pizza & Deli – located in the Village of Nassau at 2 Melden Street – will permanently close on Friday, May 10. “After 12 amazing years, the time has come for our family to take on a new adventure,” owners Jim and Marsha Winters said on Facebook. “It is with both excitement and sadness that we share the news that we have sold Village Pizza.” The couple told longtime followers that between now and closing day they intend to use up what they have in stock…

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by Michael Mashburn
Fairfield
Lifestyle
Last Call For Chicken Scarpariello As Fairfield Restaurant To Close After 4 Decades Last Call For Chicken Scarpariello As Fairfield Restaurant To Close After 4 Decades
Last Call For Chicken Scarpariello As Fairfield Restaurant To Close After 4 Decades A beloved restaurant serving Fairfield County for nearly a half-century will permanently close. For the few who may not know or if your nose didn't lead you to the yummy smells, Mancuso's Restaurant and Bar is located in Fairfield at 601 Kings Hwy East. The restaurant plans to close on Sunday, June 9.  On Facebook, the owner Sal Mancuso said he and his family immigrated from Italy and opened Three Brothers Restaurant in 1977.   In the early 2000s, they changed the name to Mancuso's Restaurant & Bar. The restaurant is known for its pizzas, and Italian dishes includi…

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by Kathy Reakes
South Orange
Lifestyle
'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Warwick Deli 'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Warwick Deli
'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Warwick Deli A favorite deli in the region is permanently closing after 10 years in business due to the high costs of everything from eggs to insurance. The owners of the popular Orange County restaurant, Wolfies of Warwick say Saturday, March 30 will be its last day. With tears, owner Sarah Carew said the rising costs are so prohibitive that the decision was made to close despite the many friends she has made, the love for her employees, and the smiles of the customers. "We just can't keep paying the high prices or pass along the increases to our customers any longer," Carew said.  The restauran…

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by Kathy Reakes
Capital District
Business
Cohoes Pizzeria Closing Due To Owner's Health Issues: 'Incredibly Difficult' Cohoes Pizzeria Closing Due To Owner's Health Issues: 'Incredibly Difficult'
Cohoes Pizzeria Closing Due To Owner's Health Issues: 'Incredibly Difficult' A well-reviewed pizzeria in the region will close after just a year and a half in business. Albany County eatery Spindle City Pizza, located in Cohoes at 84 Ontario Street, will cease operations on Saturday, March 30, owner Ryan Hotaling said on Facebook. “Making this decision was incredibly difficult, but as a sole proprietor, with a minimalist support team on hand only a few hours per week, facing lingering health uncertainties, it is a necessary step,” he said. Earlier Report: New Pizzeria In Cohoes Wins Praise From 'Crust Snob' The restaurant opened in October 2022 and quickly …

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by Michael Mashburn
Greenburgh
Business
Hartsdale Eatery Permanently Closes Hartsdale Eatery Permanently Closes
Hartsdale Eatery Permanently Closes A restaurant in Westchester has just gone out of business. Mamajuana Cafe Prime, located in Hartsdale at 215 East Hartsdale Ave., announced on its website that it was permanently closed as of Friday, March 15.   The eatery, which opened in March 2023, had served Latin fashion cuisine and had been known for its tropical ambiance.  No reason for the closure was given on the restaurant's website.  Those who loved visiting the eatery can still enjoy three other Mamajuana Cafe locations in New York City, as well as two in New Jersey. 

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by Ben Crnic
Atlantic
Business
Popular Egg Harbor Township Restaurant Closing After 60 Years Popular Egg Harbor Township Restaurant Closing After 60 Years
Popular Egg Harbor Township Restaurant Closing After 60 Years A popular Atlantic County restaurant will be closing after more than 60 years, the owners announced. Al and Mildred Ulrich announced the Tilton Inn will close on April 27. The pair opened the Tilton Road restaurant in 1963. Posted by TILTON INN BAR AND GRILL on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 "At this time, we have decided it is time for our family to close those doors," the Ulrichs said. "Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to our incredible staff and loyal customers. ❤️" Customers lamented the closing on social media. "The Tilton was like Cheers, everyone knew your name," one per…

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by Cecilia Levine
Norfolk
Business
Dedham Restaurant Closes After 16 Years: 'We Have To Take Care Of Our Health' Dedham Restaurant Closes After 16 Years: 'We Have To Take Care Of Our Health'
Dedham Restaurant Closes After 16 Years: 'We Have To Take Care Of Our Health' A popular Greek restaurant in Dedham shuttered its doors after more than 16 years in business this week.  The owners of Kouzina Estiatorio announced on Facebook on Wednesday, March 13, that they had made the difficult decision to close, but it was to take care of their health and family's well-being.  It is with a heavy heart that we are announcing that Kouzina Estiatorio will be closing our doors for good. We have been blessed to serve our community for the past 16+ years. We have made a lot of great connections, memories and friends along the way through good times and bad.…

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by Josh Lanier
The Berkshires
Business
'With Deep Regret' Popular Restaurant In Lenox Closing After 50 Years In Business 'With Deep Regret' Popular Restaurant In Lenox Closing After 50 Years In Business
'With Deep Regret' Popular Restaurant In Lenox Closing After 50 Years In Business A popular Western Massachusetts restaurant serving Chinese/Polynesian fusion is set to close after more than 50 years in business. Berkshire County eatery Luau Hale Restaurant – located in Lenox at 365 Pittsfield Road – will serve its last customer on Saturday, March 30. “It is with deep regret that I have to announce the closing of the Luau. It has been our honor and privilege to be a part of this community for decades,” the owners said on Facebook. “Watching generations of Berkshire locals sharing food, drink, laughs and life with us. From holidays and weddings to birthdays and funera…

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by Michael Mashburn
Norfolk
Business
'Truly Grateful': Milton Restaurant To Close In Spring 'Truly Grateful': Milton Restaurant To Close In Spring
'Truly Grateful': Milton Restaurant To Close In Spring A Milton restaurant recently announced that it will be closing later this year after it couldn't extend its lease.  Owners of The Plate, at 10 Bassett St., posted on Facebook that "fortune" was not on their side during negotiations to remain at their current location. But they thanked the community for their years of support.  After twelve years of serving Milton and the surrounding communities, first at our original Central Ave location and for the past eight years above the Milton Fruit Center, the plate will be closing. While we hoped to extend our lease, fortune was simpl…

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by Josh Lanier
Columbia Greene
Business
'Pretty Good Run': Restaurant In Chatham Closes After 3 Decades In Business 'Pretty Good Run': Restaurant In Chatham Closes After 3 Decades In Business
'Pretty Good Run': Restaurant In Chatham Closes After 3 Decades In Business A popular restaurant in the region has closed after 31 years in business. Columbia County eatery Blue Plate Restaurant – located in Chatham at 1 Kinderhook Street – informed customers in a Facebook post on Monday, March 4. “A pretty good run of 31 years (minus a few breaks),” owner David Grunberg said. The landmark, three-story building has also been home to Hess’s Market, the Inn Between, Hail Columbia, and others over the years. Opened in 1993, Blue Plate kept longtime diners coming back with dishes like edamame gnocchi and grilled Moroccan shrimp, and appetizers like fried calamari an…

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by Michael Mashburn
Hampden
Business
Popular Westfield Pizzeria To Close After 50 Years Popular Westfield Pizzeria To Close After 50 Years
Popular Westfield Pizzeria To Close After 50 Years A beloved pizzeria in Hampden County announced it will close its doors for good on Tuesday, March 5.  Elm Pizzeria, at 38 N. Elm St. in Westfield, has been in business for 50 years, but the owners — brothers Nick and Steve Theodorakis — decided to sell the property to Westfield Electroplating Company, according to WWLP.  The brothers intended to close on Wednesday, March 6, but overwhelming customer support has deleted their supplies, the restaurant said on its Facebook page.  We will be open tomorrow at 11am. We had originally planned to be open until Wednesd…

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by Josh Lanier
New Haven
Business
Branford Eatery Announces Closure After 38 Years: 'Thank You For All Love, Support' Branford Eatery Announces Closure After 38 Years: 'Thank You For All Love, Support'
Branford Eatery Announces Closure After 38 Years: 'Thank You For All Love, Support' After nearly four decades in business, a Connecticut restaurant has announced its permanent closure.  USS Chowder Pot III, located in the New Haven County town of Branford at 560 East Main St., announced its closure in a social media post on Sunday, March 3.  In the post, the owner did not give a specific reason for the decision but thanked former patrons for visiting the seafood restaurant over the 38 years it had been open. "I want to say thank you for all the love and support you have shown myself and Chowder Pot lll throughout the years," the owner said in the post, signing i…

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by Ben Crnic
Litchfield
Business
Torrington Eatery Announces Indefinite Closure Due To 'Unfortunate Circumstances' Torrington Eatery Announces Indefinite Closure Due To 'Unfortunate Circumstances'
Torrington Eatery Announces Indefinite Closure Due To 'Unfortunate Circumstances' A Connecticut eatery has suddenly announced it will be closed for the foreseeable future.  Litchfield County's Cravings Cafe & Grill, located in Torrington at 9 Migeon Ave., announced on Thursday, Feb. 29 that it would be closed "until further notice."  In a social media post, the restaurant's owners did not give any specific reasons for the sudden closure but said it was due to "unfortunate circumstances."  "We sincerely appreciate all your support that you have given us," the owners wrote on social media. The eatery, which opened in May 2023, served bagels, breakfast …

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by Ben Crnic
Capital District
Business
Pasta La Vista: Italian Restaurant Chain Shutters Latham Location After 19 Years Pasta La Vista: Italian Restaurant Chain Shutters Latham Location After 19 Years
Pasta La Vista: Italian Restaurant Chain Shutters Latham Location After 19 Years An Italian restaurant chain with locations across the country has closed several of its New York eateries. Carrabba’s Italian Grill shuttered its Albany County restaurant – located in Latham at 675 Troy Schenectady Road – on Friday, Feb. 23 after 19 years in operation. It was the company’s sole Capital Region location. The restaurant chain also closed its only Long Island locations, in Smithtown at 730 Smithtown Bypass, and in Central Islip at 20 North Research Place. A spokesperson for Carrabba’s parent company, Bloomin’ Brands, told Daily Voice the closures were a business decision that …

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by Michael Mashburn
Mamaroneck
Business
Pizzeria Permanently Closes In Larchmont: 'Thank You To All Customers' Pizzeria Permanently Closes In Larchmont: 'Thank You To All Customers'
Pizzeria Permanently Closes In Larchmont: 'Thank You To All Customers' After a little over a year in business, a pizzeria in Westchester has permanently closed. Alondra's Restaurant, located in Larchmont at 18 Chatsworth Ave., announced its permanent closure in a social media post on Saturday, Feb. 10.  "The doors have closed forever," the owners wrote in their post, continuing, "Thank you to all the customers who supported us for a long year."  No other reason for the closure was given. The eatery, which opened in early 2023, had served Neapolitan pizza as well as classic Italian-inspired dishes.  The news of the closure prompted some sad re…

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by Ben Crnic
Middlesex MA
Business
'Sad News': Cambridge Restuarant To Close After 4 Years 'Sad News': Cambridge Restuarant To Close After 4 Years
'Sad News': Cambridge Restuarant To Close After 4 Years Vincent's in Cambridge has gone from an eclectic grocery store that sold used records and breakfast tacos to a popular restaurant with rave reviews. Now, they're pivoting again.  The restaurant announced on Instagram that it would close its doors on Feb. 29 after nearly four years in business at 233 Cardinal Medeiros Ave.  Sad news! After almost 4 years on the corner here, Vincent’s time is up. We’re locking it up for the last time on February 29th. When we opened up in May of 2020 selling groceries, wine, used records, and breakfast tacos, we didn’t know where we’d end up. I…

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by Josh Lanier
Hampden
Business
Agawam Restaurant To Temporarily Close; Owners Plan Revamp, Work On New Eatery Agawam Restaurant To Temporarily Close; Owners Plan Revamp, Work On New Eatery
Agawam Restaurant To Temporarily Close; Owners Plan Revamp, Work On New Eatery The owners of The Federal in Hampden County said they would close one of their locations beginning later this month as they update the restaurant and prepare to launch another eatery. Michael Presnal, executive chef and co-owner of The Federal, said in a news release that the 135 Cooper Street restaurant would close on Feb. 24 for an undisclosed period of time.  "We have made small updates to the restaurant since opening 22 years ago, but we are at a point where we’d like to reimagine the physical and operational aspects of The Federal Restaurant," he said in a news …

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by Josh Lanier
Montgomery MD
Business
Olney Grille Temporarily Shut Down Following Kitchen Fire Olney Grille Temporarily Shut Down Following Kitchen Fire
Olney Grille Temporarily Shut Down Following Kitchen Fire A Montgomery County restaurant has been temporarily closed due to a kitchen fire on Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 13, authorities said. The blaze broke out at Olney Grille on Laytonsville Road near Georgia Avenue around 12:25 p.m., Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Service Spokesperson Pete Piringer said. It involved the grill area and ductwork on the first floor, Piringer added. The building was evacuated as crews ensured that the fire hadn’t spread to the second-floor offices, though light smoke was observed. The restaurant is temporarily closed for repairs, Piringer said. It isn't clear ho…

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by Valerie Musson
Suffolk MA
Business
Italian Steakhouse In West Roxbury Closing After 16 Years, New Eatery To Take Its Place Italian Steakhouse In West Roxbury Closing After 16 Years, New Eatery To Take Its Place
Italian Steakhouse In West Roxbury Closing After 16 Years, New Eatery To Take Its Place The owners of an Italian steakhouse in Boston's West Roxbury neighborhood say they will close next month after 16 years in business.  In a Facebook post, the owners of Sofia Italian Steakhouse at 1430 VFW Parkway said they had sold the building, and it would be revamped into a new restaurant with a new concept.  Sofia will serve its last dinner on March 2.  After 16 happy and successful years, it is with a heavy heart that we have come to the difficult decision to have our... Posted by Sofia Italian Steakhouse on Monday, February 12, 2024 The owners did not say…

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by Josh Lanier
Litchfield
Business
Watertown Restaurant Closes After Owners Purchase Another Eatery: 'Come Visit Soon' Watertown Restaurant Closes After Owners Purchase Another Eatery: 'Come Visit Soon'
Watertown Restaurant Closes After Owners Purchase Another Eatery: 'Come Visit Soon' A popular breakfast and lunch spot in Connecticut has announced its sudden closure following the owner's purchase of another restaurant.  Main Street Eats, located in the Litchfield County town of Watertown at 651 Main St., announced in a social media post on Wednesday, Jan. 31 that it would be closing up shop effective on Thursday, Feb. 1.  In the same announcement, the owners also revealed they would be moving operations to another eatery called Top O' the Mornin', located in the New Haven County city of Waterbury at 2740 South Main St. The eatery's owners expressed a mixture o…

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by Ben Crnic
Hartford
Business
Well-Loved Hartford Eatery Announces Upcoming Closure: 'We Will Now Turn Page' Well-Loved Hartford Eatery Announces Upcoming Closure: 'We Will Now Turn Page'
Well-Loved Hartford Eatery Announces Upcoming Closure: 'We Will Now Turn Page' A beloved Connecticut restaurant has announced that it will soon be closing permanently. J Restaurant | Bar, located in Hartford at 297 Washington St., announced in a social media post on Monday, Jan. 29 that it has started planning its upcoming closure.  According to the owner, the property was sold to LAZ Parking as of Thursday, Jan. 25. However, the owner still holds a one-year lease on the property and has not yet determined an official closing date.  "We have numerous options to consider, and are still in the planning stages of what will make the most sense for the future," …

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by Ben Crnic
New Haven
Business
Hamden Eatery Announces Closure After 13 Years: 'Time To Downsize' Hamden Eatery Announces Closure After 13 Years: 'Time To Downsize'
Hamden Eatery Announces Closure After 13 Years: 'Time To Downsize' A burger joint in Connecticut that has been around for more than a decade will soon be calling it quits.  New Haven County's brgrKo, located in Hamden at 3000 Whitney Ave., announced on Thursday, Jan. 25 that it would be closing in the coming weeks, according to an Instagram post from the owners.  The owners wrote that they decided they wanted to focus on their other venture, Mikro Depot, also located in Hamden at 0 Depot Ave.  "After almost 13 years in this space, it will be a difficult transition, but both my wife and I feel it is time to downsize and focus on Mikro D…

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by Ben Crnic
Hartford
Business
Well-Loved Manchester Restaurant Announces Closure: 'We Will Miss You' Well-Loved Manchester Restaurant Announces Closure: 'We Will Miss You'
Well-Loved Manchester Restaurant Announces Closure: 'We Will Miss You' A popular Italian eatery in Connecticut has announced that it will soon be closing for good.  Lena's Italian Kitchen, located in Hartford County at 206 West Center St. (Route 502) in Manchester, announced on social media that it would be open for its last day of business on Saturday, Jan. 20.  The owners, who ran the restaurant for a decade after taking it over from the past managers, cited medical reasons as the explanation for the closure.  "Our family has thoroughly enjoyed serving our customers and making many new friends in the community over the last 10 years," the own…

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by Ben Crnic
Cortlandt
Business
Mohegan Lake Eatery To Close Permanently: 'This Last Week Is Gonna Be LIT!' Mohegan Lake Eatery To Close Permanently: 'This Last Week Is Gonna Be LIT!'
Mohegan Lake Eatery To Close Permanently: 'This Last Week Is Gonna Be LIT!' A restaurant in Northern Westchester will soon be closing for good, but not without one last week of fun.  Dog Haus Biergarten Mohegan Lake, located at 3137 East Main St., will permanently close after Sunday, Jan. 14, the restaurant announced on social media.  Although no official reason for the closing was given, in a Facebook comment, the owners wrote, "We truly tried our hardest to make it work."  Despite the bad news, the owners maintained that the eatery's last days in business would still be a blast. To make this happen, the eatery will host karaoke on Wednesday night,…

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by Ben Crnic
Ridgefield
Business
Beloved Restaurant Closes After More Than Decade In Business In Ridgefield Beloved Restaurant Closes After More Than Decade In Business In Ridgefield
Beloved Restaurant Closes After More Than Decade In Business In Ridgefield A restaurant in Connecticut serving up authentic Greek food to gyro lovers near and far has shut down after over a decade in the business. On Saturday, Dec. 30, popular Fairfield County eatery Gyro On Pita, located in Ridgefield, shocked customers with a sudden announcement that the Greek spot, open since 2012, would be closing. “Gyro On Pita is closed for business,” the announcement read alongside a picture of the restaurant empty and with the lights off. “Thank you for all the support throughout the years.” Posted by Gyro On Pita on Saturday, December 30, 2023 Opened by Kostas …

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by Sophie Grieser
Burlington
Business
'Difficult Decision:' Mount Laurel Tex-Mex Restaurant Shutters After Year In Business 'Difficult Decision:' Mount Laurel Tex-Mex Restaurant Shutters After Year In Business
'Difficult Decision:' Mount Laurel Tex-Mex Restaurant Shutters After Year In Business Jose Tejas abruptly closed one of its three New Jersey locations on Tuesday, Jan. 2 after a year in business. The Tex-Mex restaurant was at 1310 Route 73 in Mount Laurel. The company did not say why the restaurant was closed. “After great consideration, we have made the difficult decision to close our Mt. Laurel, NJ location effective January 2, 2024. We want to thank all of our wonderful guests and team members for supporting us over this past year. We have enjoyed the opportunity to serve the community and hope to see you again in our Woodbridge, NJ or Christiana, DE locations.” the compa…

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by Jon Craig
Saratoga
Business
'With Heavy Heart,' Restaurant In Ballston Spa Closes 'With Heavy Heart,' Restaurant In Ballston Spa Closes
'With Heavy Heart,' Restaurant In Ballston Spa Closes A well-reviewed restaurant in the region is shutting down after three years in business. Saratoga County eatery Nani’s Indian Kitchen – located in Ballston Spa at 256 Milton Avenue – permanently closed on Saturday, Dec. 30. “With a heavy heart, we wanted to let all our customers know today is our last day,” owner Nafeesa Koslik said on Facebook. “We are very grateful for the support and love we received over the previous three years. We have met fantastic people through our little restaurant and will forever cherish these relationships.” Opened in 2020, Nani’s served a number of Indian d…

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by Michael Mashburn
Essex NJ
Business
Montclair Restaurant Duo Maddox + Masuko Close: 'Run Very Poorly' Montclair Restaurant Duo Maddox + Masuko Close: 'Run Very Poorly'
Montclair Restaurant Duo Maddox + Masuko Close: 'Run Very Poorly' After only nine months, two restaurants in Montclair have shut their doors. The Maddox and Musoko, two restaurants that shared a space at 193 Glenridge Ave., announced both restaurants have shuttered as of New Year's Day. The Maddox specialized in American cuisine while the Musoko was a pan-Asian sushi bar. The restaurants opened last April. On the restaurant's Instagram page, patrons expressed shock at the sudden closure. "This was a great local spot," said one commenter. "Omg no," exclaimed another user. I had an amazing time here and the food and ambiance was amazing!!! Other commente…

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by Sam Barron
Ulster Sullivan
Lifestyle
Popular Restaurant In Monticello Closing After 10 Years Popular Restaurant In Monticello Closing After 10 Years
Popular Restaurant In Monticello Closing After 10 Years With plenty of five-star reviews and legions of fans, many foodies in the region will be sad to hear that one of their favorites is closing its doors. Sullivan County's Soy Asian Cusine, in Monticello, known for their homemade dumplings, sushi, and "very good Japanese food," according to a Yelper, announced on their Facebook page they will be closing on Monday, Jan. 15. The restaurant didn't give a reason for the closure but did say they wanted to thank everyone for their business and that they would be missed. Always popular with foodies, one diner had this to say just last month on Yelp:…

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by Kathy Reakes
Camden
Business
Popular Pizzeria Shutters In Haddonfield Popular Pizzeria Shutters In Haddonfield
Popular Pizzeria Shutters In Haddonfield A popular pizzeria is closing in South Jersey. Pizza Crime, a restaurant in Haddonfield, Camden County, is closing at the end of January, the eatery said on Instagram. Pizza Crime opened in August 2020 and became well-known for its unique toppings on Neapolitan pies. “It’s with mixed emotions that we announce the closing of Pizza Crime Haddonfield,” a post on Pizza Crime’s Instagram account read on Monday, Jan. 1.  “Thank you to our local patrons and the Haddonfield community for all your support these last few years!” View this post on Instagram …

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by Jon Craig