North End Cafe (1722 Frankfort Avenue) has closed its original location in Clifton for good, bringing to an end a 17-year run.
North End’s end isn’t quite as simple as attributing it to a loss of revenue from COVID-19. Rather, as a possible clue, one must consider contrasting points of view on social media.
Patron: “A major bummer. Thank you for many years of great memories and meals. All the best.”
Food service industry worker: “Pay the people who work for you fairly, correctly. Good riddance.”
For my money the best current coverage of the North End Cafe story can be found at Louisville Business First, courtesy of reporter Haley Cawthon. She has filed two stories that establish a chronology.
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After filing for bankruptcy, popular Louisville restaurant closes for good
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