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Lynden restaurant Chicago Joe’s abruptly announces permanent closure

Lynden restaurant Chicago Joe’s abruptly announces permanent closure

Chicago Joe's in Lynden updated their Facebook page with information regarding their sudden closure. Photo: Saga Communications


LYNDEN, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – A Lynden restaurant where Midwesterners could get a taste of home unexpectedly closed its doors.

Chicago Joe’s announced via social media over the weekend that it has shut its doors after 14 months of operation.

On Aug. 7, the sandwich, burger and hot dog joint had advertised fair week specials for the Northwest Washington Fair via Facebook as well as a new menu item. But just a few days later, the restaurant announced their closure in a following Facebook post.

Owner Joe DeAndrea expressed sadness over the closure, saying that business has dropped 50% over time and there was nothing he could do to bring it back. DeAndrea said he’s thankful to the community for all their support and he’s going to keep going.

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