RARITAN, NJ — After 55 years in business, Michael’s Inn owner announced the sad decision to permanently close at the end of the year.
Owner Lauren Speis called the decision to close “difficult.”
“Between staffing issues, high demand of the business, and the overwhelming amount of hours performed it has taken a toll both physically and mentally,” said Speis in a letter she shared on Wednesday on the Michael’s Inn Facebook page.
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Speis added that the owner of the building put the property up for sale and as renters, they “could not change the hand being dealt.”
The longtime business at 46 Thompson St. in Raritan is being listed for $1.3 million as a “golden investment opportunity” by Keller William Elite, Realtors.
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“Discover this building in the heart of downtown Raritan Boro, boasting a fully renovated and popular bar/restaurant, complemented by four fully rented apartments,” according to the listing.
Michael’s Inn has been in business for more than 55 years before Speis, a former employee of the bar, took over the business in July 2021, according to tapinto.net.
“I would like to thank my wonderful staff for they have been a huge part of Michael’s success and I could not have done it without them. They will all be greatly missed and I am proud to call them my family,” said Speis.
Michael’s Inn will remain open through the end of December and Speis welcomed patrons to stop in for a drink, to eat their favorite dish or to thank their favorite bartenders.
“It has been a true honor to serve you all,” said Speis.
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