We are deeply saddened and sorry to sayCrackerjacks is no more. a Facebook post reads. We have faced a multitude of challenges over the past two years of being open and have fought hard to survive, and after much thought and discussion, we have decided it is time for us to take some time and step away. Read more about the closure here. A dive bar fixture at the top of SE Hawthorne Boulevard, the Tanker Bar spent the last decade serving cheap well drinks and airing Blazer games. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Despite its many pivots to different takeout models and a brief period of on-premise dining, the high-end steakhouse and bar Bar King was unable to weather the ongoing financial strain of operating during the pandemic. Read more about the closure here. When chefs Jos Chesa and Cristina Bez moved away, many (rightly) mourned Ataula, but the quieter evaporation of 180 Xurros was sadder for me since I frequented that place. Owner Shahryar Houranpay attributed the decision to close to the financial strain of the pandemic, as well as vandalization and looting of the restaurant in the last year. Instead, Papi Sals will be hosting pop-ups in 2023. 2020's Saddest NYC Restaurant Closures - Eater NY Good luck and stay safe.. Instead, a neighborhood market has opened in its place. After a decade of countless sandwiches, were ready to move on to something different, the post reads. So far, the Killingsworth and Madison locations have both closed, and the Pearl District restaurant will close before the month ends. This brewery has closed its North Williams pub, its second location. Oops. Certainly the past year has been challenging, but your love and incredible support have kept us on our legs, and you helped provide jobs and income for our staff through many months, the closing announcement reads. One of Portlands leaders in the hyper-local movement, Ned Ludd officially announced its closure in September. Its unclear when the decade-old Nob Hill Southern restaurant known for its extensive bourbon selection closed, but its phone line and website are no longer active. The chill vibe and comforting food made me happy that I had moved to the Portland area. I remember going with my mom to Beast for her birthday and gushing over dishes on the drive home. by Brenna Houck Dec 29, 2020, 8:45am EST. New Orleans's Saddest Restaurant Closures of 2019 At the very least, we know this South Indian cart-turned-restaurant will not reopen at its NE Killingsworth location. Its with a heavy heart that we have to announce the closing of our beloved Psychic Bar, the closing announcement reads. The food cart slinging latkes at the Carts on Foster pod with various toppings, salads, and soup closed on January 8. Luckily, fans of the place can look forward to Cooperativa, an Italian market and food hall from Sarah Schafer and Anna Caporael, the partners behind Irving Street Kitchen. The chef will vacate the space home to Ripe, which was previously home to her groundbreaking restaurant Beast. We want to step back and help other ramen shops make the best ramen possible.. newsletter, removed references to the Burnside locale, the restaurants Instagram still lists it as a location, newly implemented regulations related to wastewater disposal for food carts, Eater Portlands 2018 Food Cart of the Year, plans a brick-and-mortar called Juke Joint. On February 14, the San Diego-based brewery Modern Times announced that it would close four of its taprooms, including the Portland-based Fermentorium on Belmont. Joshua Lurie, FoodGPS.com founder. Pinterest. The state now requires food cart owners to either use the tanks on their cart or connect to a sewer line, which can be prohibitively expensive for cart owners. The restaurants phone has been disconnected, as well as its website; the Instagram account for the restaurant doesnt note the closure. This Hawthorne whiskey bar has closed after four years, bartender Robert Volz confirmed today. Ovaexposed/Instagram. The carts last day was October 23. Foursquare. The restaurants Beaverton location remains open. This downtown cocktail bar has closed temporarily just ahead of their one-year anniversary. Ever-popular Thai chain Pok Pok dramatically downsized in June, shrinking down to just the original Pok Pok location and potentially the Southeast Pok Pok Wing. The restaurant was beloved for its Italian-American deli sandwiches, with names like the Sofia Loren and the Italian Stallion. It was one of the few Portland restaurants where you could actually dine-in late night (complete with oyster shooters), and their waiters and tinfoil takeout sculptures were always a hoot. -Vicki and Vanessa Ng, Instagram influencers, Its a tie for me. Beyond the lockdowns, the numerous other challenges ranging from staffing & supply chain shortages, illnesses, food & transportation costs (to name a few) have made it impossible to keep YaYa open. Read more about the closure here. We asked a group of local writers, restaurant industry voices . Oops. -Rachel Pinsky, Eater Portland contributor "Honestly, any restaurant that had to close this year is a really sad occasion, especially given all that restaurant owners and workers have had to weather and endure up until this point. Theres no foreseeable future where we make it through the winter, he wrote in an Instagram post. This West Burnside taqueria served its last moronga taco Saturday, announcing its decision to close on Instagram. Its unclear when the exciting, woodsman-vibed Wild North closed officially, but the Broadway restaurants Instagram now notes itself as closed in its bio. Legrottaglie said he did not come to an agreement with his landlord after the lease expired, which instigated the closure. It opened at such an unfortunate time and never got a chance to show off what it could really do. The dive-bar-meets-breakfast-spot has closed its SE Belmont shop, though co-owner Justin King is looking for a new place to reopen. We have always considered ourselves part of what makes Portland special. By Alex Frane December 8, 2021 The company closed a number of restaurants in the Pacific Northwest after filing for bankruptcy last year. I put a lot of heart and soul into the place, especially after the last year, it was really taking an emotional toll on my body, owner Brian Steadham told Eater Portland. Cafe Reina remains open as a pop-up space. We love ya, we just cant keep doing this, the September Instagram post reads. This Sellwood-Moreland pizzeria and restaurant closed indefinitely in June, announced in a now-deleted Instagram post. Relaxation and trips to visit loved ones are on the horizon, as well as catering crpe events! The restaurant had been open for 12 years; a new vegan restaurant, Daily Fuel, will open in its place. Eater Portland has reached out to Straight From New York for more information. Personally, we need a break. Yet its with a heavy heart that we announce, its time to move on. This was a very difficult decision, but unfortunately challenges from the pandemic and rising costs have made it apparent that our only option is to close the Pearl Public House, the public statement announcing the closure reads. Tea Bar closed its Killingsworth location of the tea shop in 2020, but the brand still operates two locations around Portland: one on Division, and another in the Pearl District. However, it looks like Random Order will not reopen at its Alberta Street location, if at all: Bagel shop Ben & Esthers will open a new location in the former Random Order space, according to an Instagram post. Portlands only 100 percent vegan food cart pod has permanently closed its doors, and many of its carts have similarly closed. The doughnut brand is known for its brioche base doughnuts and posh flavors like passionfruit cacao nib. Zells Cafe and the Cakery will close in May, and more news to know. Shift Drinks - Wikipedia We had some wonderful time with yall, but ultimately finances didnt match up to physical, mental, & emotional work that went into it.. The pandemics timing caused these losses to carry on for much longer. Alter Ego is selling the remainder of its canned ciders at Helioterra Wine Bar. Chef Vitaly Paleys lauded steakhouse Imperial has closed permanently. This city shines a little less brightly without Althea Grey Potters food in it. -Daniel Barnett, Eater Portland contributor, Giraffe for sure. Still, many wanted to celebrate the restaurants, chefs, and trends that really stepped up this year, and lament the restaurants lost to 2020. A spokesperson for the Merchant City spot said: "We are very sad to announce that tomorrow (Sunday, April 30) will be our last day of trading. The brewery attributed the downsizing to the financial impact of the pandemic. San Francisco's 14 Saddest Restaurant Closings In 2019. I really hope they come back so that I may purchase more of their pickled papaya and fiesta plates. -Jordan Michelman, Sprudge co-founder and beverage writer, I was pretty shocked by Circa 33s closure, especially after I experienced what seemed to be a pretty successful pop-up over the summer, Gin Alley. The hotel bar and restaurant within the Sentinel hotel has closed temporarily to re-imagine, according to its Instagram bio, but it looks like the change will likely be permanent. Portland, OR San Diego . In a January 10 social media post, the owners explained that the events of 2020 made it untenable to remain open on Officers Row at Fort Vancouver. Imjai has been open since 2014, selling dishes like yen ta fo, also known as pink noodle soup. Friends have joked that I eat enough pizza that I should have been able to keep the cart in business. Dec 30, 2020 - Portland food writers, influencers, and personalities on the closures that hit them hardest this year. This has proven to not be a temporary situation and it is not a situation we can manage. This St. Johns falafel cart closed on August 28, after six years open. We are out of juice. A new gluten-free and soy-free restaurant, Bastion, is moving into the space. We hope this is not the last opportunity well [have] to serve each and every one of you. Park Avenue had one of the best wine selections on the west side of the river, if not the city, including heritage wines and rare bottles. "The decision to close was purely financial," wrote owner Liz Davis in the restaurant's newsletter. Read more about the closure here. On May 22, restaurateur David Machado announced that he would close all of his restaurants: Altabira City Tavern, Citizen Baker, Nel Centro, Pullman Wine Bar and Merchant, and Tanner Creek Tavern. The Oregonian first reported that the bar announced on Instagram on March 17 that it would not be reopening. A cozy, vintage cafe with duck eggs Benedict and savory waffles, Trinket decided against takeout or delivery back in March, and wont reopen its doors again. As I continue to work through cancer recovery, I have concluded that it is time for me to take a different path in life, so after 34 years in the business, I will eventually be a guest rather than an operator! a closing announcement on the website reads. After just a little more than a year open, the Spanish restaurant within the Hyatt Centric has closed permanently. A St Johns restaurant beloved for its vegan take on classic Southern dishes and soul food, Homegrown Smoker served its last faux-mac and cheese on December 19. Many closures arent due to lack of business, but deeper problems within the food industry. -Waz Wu, Eater Portland contributor, In another year of so many big name closures, this is a very difficult question to answer. The Glisan location has also closed, taken over by the new cocktail bar Tropicale. Chef de cuisine Diane Lam has moved to Mississippi cocktail bar Psychic, where she will revive her pop-up Sunshine Noodles through the end of the year. This month, Sprints set a date for the closure: June 26. Nonprofit cafe Sisters of the Road has closed its Old Town-Chinatown location with plans to reopen in a new location in the neighborhood. Chefstable CEO Kurt Huffman says the Fills team is focusing on the Lake Oswego shop, and will find a new Portland location in the future likely next year. Other sad shutters from 2014 : To Hyang , Q Restaurant , Luna Park , Grand Cafe , Dixie , Nombe , Chez Papa Bistrot , Hi-Lo BBQ , Villa Romana , Beast and the Hare , Plum/Ume , U-Lee , Sunflower . Bunk Alberta - PFD. At the end of the journey, we know we created something special here and enjoyed serving you all. Circa 33, the speakeasy-themed bar on Belmont, has permanently closed after a decade. Paleys Place, the legendary restaurant that was instrumental in spearheading the farm-to-table movement in Portland, closed on November 27. One of Portlands finest Texas barbecue carts closed this month after a brief-but-mighty tenure in Southeast Portland. Losing Lapellah Restaurant left a huge gap in the Vancouver dining scene. Although closing is sad, its not all bad news, a closing announcement reads. The Rose City Park pizzeria and pastry shop closed on July 31. Vegan and vegetarian eatery Picnic is trading for the final time on Sunday, April 30. Popular Portland coffee roaster Coava closed its downtown cafe on April 13. One closure that particularly hit our heartstrings was Cooperativa. Thats a universal sadness, one that extends beyond any individual closure. -Brooke Jackson-Glidden, Eater Portland editor. Gerard + Belevender. Credit: Sarah Han. After a few stops and starts during the course of the pandemic, destination cocktail bar and restaurant Clyde Common has closed permanently downtown. Pascuzzi attributed the decision to close to rising meat costs and supply chain issues, though his other restaurants chicken spot Mama Bird and bowl cafe Feel Good remain open. The pandemic is a thing of the past and were all moving on. Following its closure, Eater Portland 's Brooke Jackson-Glidden called Shift "beloved" and "iconic". With the end of the commercial eviction moratorium and inaction in DC, we have no other choice. His only remaining bar, Century, is still open with outdoor seating. Portland Seafood Company opened in 2011 in Restaurants Unlimiteds portfolio, which also owns restaurants like Portland City Grill and Stanfords. That was so, so important to me, especially before I came out.-Brooke Jackson-Glidden, Eater Portland editor, One of the stars of 82nds CORE food cart pod, all-vegan sushi cart Mitate, was just starting to build citywide word of mouth when it closed in April. Which bars will succumb to the overwhelming debt of unpaid rent? The Northwest Portland butcher counter turned St. Johns deli closed for good on December 24, for so many reasons, according to an Instagram post. This Lake Oswego waterfront restaurant, which belonged to the same parent company as Stanfords, closed on October 19. The restaurant's building is for sale. For now, there are still Alma products available on the companys website. As is tradition at Eater, we closed out 2020 by surveying local food writers and our own staff on various restaurant-related topics, and publishing their responses throughout the week. The statement attributes the choice to the dearth of Timbers and Thorns fans at the nearby Providence Park, in addition to the difficulty running a business during the COVID-19 pandemic. Brass Tacks closed after 10 years in North Portland, according to a post on the restaurants Instagram. We only got 4.5 months to do so before the pandemic shut us down. The restaurant reopened in June 2021, but unfortunately, in that brief reopening period, the management team decided to close Dottir and find a new concept for the hotels restaurant. Abrahamsons deep-dish pizzas will be available at the Portland Saturday Market for the foreseeable future. Beaux Berry anticipates kicking off its final season on the last weekend of April. Ericas Soul Food is currently doing catering and pop-ups while owner Erica Montgomery searches for a new location and plans a brick-and-mortar called Juke Joint. New . One of the earlier additions to the Alberta Arts restaurant boom, Helsers opened 16 years ago serving breakfast and lunch in a bright and cheery space. For a longer list of 2020 closures, check out this piece. This was a very hard decision for us to come to and we hope that you understand that we are heartbroken to be leaving, the post reads. Matt and Kayoko Kaye closed their toast-centric cafe on May 29. A few Tea Bar drinks may end up landing on the menu at Drink Mamey, however. Owner Akihiro Hirakiuchi wrote on the restaurants website that it would permanently close, but may return in another form or location sometime in the future. Brunch Box, the food-cart-turned-restaurant known for its burgers with grilled cheese buns, has permanently closed, according to owner Derek Coughlin. Portlands oldest Jewish deli closed at the end of March. For a full list of Portland restaurant and food cart closures, check out this guide. We have sincerely enjoyed preparing every single dish for all of our customers over the years, the closing announcement reads. Homegrown Smoker developed a loyal following for its vegan take on classic Southern dishes and soul food, but owner, Jeff Ridabock, opted to retire after years of service. Being a part of this great neighborhood and community has been incredible.. The restaurant recently appeared as a filming location for the new, Portland-based season of Top Chef. Eater Portland reached out clarification at the time, and the owners did not respond. Bittersweet to say goodbye to the last 13 years of wood fired fun, farm driven fare and all the culinary adventures this little space on MLK brought me, owner and chef Jason French wrote in an Instagram post. Read more about the closure here. While this was a difficult conclusion to come to, this is the best decision for the business and me personally, writes owner Jake Brown. It is no secret that the last years looting and vandalizing, in addition to the pandemic, really took a toll on all small businesses, including us. Read more about the closure here. Obviously it was tragic to say goodbye to Vitaly Paleys presence in the city. We will see you further down the road, in some shape or form. Read more about the closure here. Going forward we restaurants have to be better, do better for our staff, our team, ourselves, but also as a financial business, he says. Some of Montreal's Saddest Restaurant Closures of 2021 - Eater Montreal The restaurant has served its last meal, and the bakery closed January 2. After a devastating wildfire, this was all that remained of the Restaurant at Meadowood . Formerly known as Vtopia Restaurant and Cheese Shop, this vegan cheese and wine bar will close on June 17. As you all know, we opened during a time when uncertainty was the only constant, an Instagram post reads. By submitting your email, you agree to our, The freshest news from the local food world, Portland Food Writers Saddest Restaurant and Food Cart Closures of 2021, Sign up for the The press team at Tea Bar has confirmed that the Southwest Portland location of Tea Bar, on the corner of Park Avenue and Yamhill, has closed permanently. This has been the most difficult decision weve ever had to make, but the Toffee Club relies on us filling our space with a lot of happy, cheering fans and that currently just isnt possible, the Instagram announcement reads. Its hard to pay lawyers when you havent made any money in 7 months, the closing announcement reads. The bar hinted at potentially reopening in a new location down the line via Instagram. In a public statement, owner John Hatch attributed the closure to both the closing of its current beer garden and newly implemented regulations related to wastewater disposal for food carts. Volz said that the layout of the bar didnt allow for easy social distancing, between Neats long bar and the pool table. Acadia comes to mind, as well as Ripe Cooperative; really, though, my answer to this question has to be the Roxy. 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Ben & Esthers Northeast Alberta Street location will remain open with a new menu coming and some really exciting things in the works. Denizens Cafe will take over the Northeast Sandy Boulevard space. This Jewish deli one of the citys only Jewish delis opened in 2019, and was one of the first to temporarily close to dine-in customers when COVID-19 appeared in Oregon. The company had been negotiating a long-term lease on the space with its landlord when it was abruptly evicted after attempting to clear up troubling details within the lease, according to a statement on the website. newsletter, customers think they should be paying less, Many restaurants are currently hibernating, Oregon Moves Toward Scrapping Styrofoam Containers by 2025, Sakura Brings Chicken Heart Yakitori and Season-Themed Sushi to Happy Valley, A Guide to Portlands Bar, Restaurant, and Food Cart Openings, Portland Leads the Pack at the 2023 U.S. Coffee Championships, Here Are the 2023 James Beard Media Award Nominees From Portland. 2020 has consisted of brutal closure after brutal closure, and its destruction will likely carry on in 2021. closing announcement on the website reads, the Instagram post announcing the closure reads, Its owners announced in late March via Instagram, Read more about the impending closure here, Mocking Bird is taking over Homegrown Smoker, Read more about the closure via the Instagram post, Read this story for a full rundown of the closure, pizzeria in the Killingsworth neighborhood last year, operating its tasting room out of the facility since June 2019, restaurants and food carts to visit in St. Johns, social media post from the restaurant reads, This longstanding Mediterranean restaurant on NE Alberta has closed in its current location, Instagram announcement, posted January 9, reads, Jojo will move in sometime this spring or summer.