"The Mag Mile is in crisis": Patrons wonder why the Grand Lux Cafe is closing as 21-year-old business calls time on memorable run 

Chicago’s Michigan Avenue’s popular, Grand Lux Cafe has recently announced that the iconic restaurant will shut its doors permanently next month. The outlet, which has been a well-liked option for its patrons for the past 21 years, announced that Christmas Eve would be their last working day.

While the restaurant management did not state the reason behind its closing, they stated how they are working with the staff to get them opportunities once the restaurant closes. Releasing a statement, the Grand Lux Cafe stated:

“After 21 years, our Grand Lux Cafe in Chicago is closing. Our last day of service will be December 24, 2023. We are working with our staff to help them transition to other opportunities in one of our nearby concepts. We have enjoyed being a part of the downtown Chicago community and hope that our guests will continue to dine with us at our other restaurants in the area.”

As the announcement made its way on social media on Thursday, November 9, 2023, the fans were left devastated as the restaurant has been a favorite of many. One social media user also commented and said:

Social media users were perplexed as the 21-year-old restaurant chain announced the permanent shutdown of the Michigan Avenue branch. (Image via X/ @safesuburbsUSA)

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The abrupt closing of Grand Lux Cafe has left netizens confused as the restaurant announced permanent closure in a month: Reactions explored

Due to the Grand Lux Cafe's popularity amongst the masses, the announcement about its closing on December 24, 2023, has left the netizens shocked and confused as the management did not cite any reason behind the shutting. As the news made its way on social media, many questioned the decision and gave in to their assumptions for the same.

As an X user, @WGNNEWS, announced the same on social media, here is how the masses reacted:

Social media users were perplexed as the 21-year-old restaurant chain announced the permanent shutdown of the Michigan Avenue branch. (Image via X)

Social media users were perplexed as the 21-year-old restaurant chain announced the permanent shutdown of the Michigan Avenue branch. (Image via X)

Social media users were perplexed as the 21-year-old restaurant chain announced the permanent shutdown of the Michigan Avenue branch. (Image via X)

Social media users were perplexed as the 21-year-old restaurant chain announced the permanent shutdown of the Michigan Avenue branch. (Image via X)

Social media users were perplexed as the 21-year-old restaurant chain announced the permanent shutdown of the Michigan Avenue branch. (Image via X)

Social media users were perplexed as the 21-year-old restaurant chain announced the permanent shutdown of the Michigan Avenue branch. (Image via X)

Social media users were perplexed as the 21-year-old restaurant chain announced the permanent shutdown of the Michigan Avenue branch. (Image via X)

Social media users were perplexed as the 21-year-old restaurant chain announced the permanent shutdown of the Michigan Avenue branch. (Image via X)

Social media users were perplexed as the 21-year-old restaurant chain announced the permanent shutdown of the Michigan Avenue branch. (Image via X)

Social media users were perplexed as the 21-year-old restaurant chain announced the permanent shutdown of the Michigan Avenue branch. (Image via X)

The popular chain of Grand Lux Cafe has been in existence for over 2 decades. The brand was founded by the creators of the Cheesecake Factory, and it also has branches in Las Vegas, Florida, New Jersey, and Texas.