A casual dining spot in downtown Batavia, Everdine’s Grilled Cheese, is planning to permanently close its doors. The restaurant announced the closure on social media and thanked the community for its support.
Everdine’s Grilled Cheese to Close Batavia Store
Co-owned by Kelly and Brian Herkert, Everdine’s Grilled Cheese has operated in Batavia for about one year. The concept was inspired by the couple’s budget-conscious honeymoon across the globe, when grilled cheese sandwiches came in handy as a quick, affordable, and delicious meal.
The first location of Everdine’s Grilled Cheese was established in Naperville in 2016. The Batavia store was the second location of the sandwich restaurant, founded in 2025. However, the restaurant announced that its Naperville location closed permanently on July 17.
The owners announced on social media that the restaurant at 227 W. Wilson Street in Batavia will close Sunday, September 27.
In the post, the owners said, “As my family and I prepare for an international move, we’ve had to make the tough decision to close our doors. Having this restaurant in Batavia has been such a wonderful experience.”
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Owners Thank Batavia Community
Talking about the restaurant and its journey in Batavia, the owners stated that it has been a wonderful experience. “It’s been so refreshing to work with a city that truly cares about its small businesses and residents,” they said.
The owners thanked the community and customers for their support, love, and kindness. They also added a note of gratitude for the staff and wrote, “Your hard work and dedication have been truly amazing to see. Thank you for the care and heart you brought to Everdine’s every day.”
The owners encouraged the community to visit the restaurant and enjoy one more sandwich before its permanent goodbye.
