The Spot on Lakeshore Abruptly Closes After Four Years

After four bustling years, the Spot on Lakeshore, a popular breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch spot, has closed. The abrupt shutdown was a surprise to most in the community. Chef and owner Zachary Bond announced the closure yesterday.

“Due to circumstances beyond our control, we have made the difficult decision to close our doors for business. Effective immediately,” the social media post states. “We want to sincerely thank each and every one of you who has supported us over the years. Your loyalty, encouragement, and kindness have meant the world to us. From our regulars and staff who became like family, to every new face who gave us a chance, we are deeply grateful.”

In a separate post, Bond shared a more personal statement regarding the closure, while still not revealing the specific reasons behind it.

“I’ve made a lot of mistakes over the past 4 years. Lease signatures, choosing breakfast over dinner, family over money, heart over brain. The list goes on. But with all that said, opening The Spot was never a mistake. It was exactly what I needed after the industry that I’ve given everything to my whole life to was torn to shreds. It was a new way to survive. It was hope for people that were ready to give up. It was food and beverage on our terms. It was breakfast and fun. It ignited not only restaurant people but artists and musicians. These are the only words I’m capable of right now.

“Over the past 4 years I’ve spent more time with my family than I have in my entire career. I’ve learned business, ownership, management and accountability in a way that isn’t possible to put into words. Legally those are the only ones I can pick.

The Spot is closed. And thank everyone that was a part of making it everything I ever dreamed of.”

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