The Hornet, a longtime favorite on South Broadway, is set to close permanently. The neighborhood staple has served the Denver community for nearly 30 years. Now, the restaurant prepares to put on a final celebration for all the years spent before the doors close.
Highlights
- The Hornet on South Broadway in Denver is closing permanently.
- The restaurant prepares to close with a celebration for all the years spent.
- Owners express their gratitude through a social media post.
The Hornet to Close Doors Soon, After Nearly 3 Decades
For 29 years, The Hornet has been a go-to gathering place for Denver locals. Be it birthdays, proposals, dates, or anniversaries, this restaurant has been the staple loved by all. The restaurant is now preparing to close its doors.
The team announced the closure in a recent social media post. The message invites everyone to a celebration for the wonderful years The Hornet shared with the neighborhood. The message reflects on the many relationships formed over the years.
“After nearly 30 years, The Hornet will be closing after service on August 9th with the heaviest of hearts,” reads the post.
While no reason has been shared in the said post, it does point to the changing neighborhood that led to this decision. “While many things have changed and become more complicated over the years at 1st & Broadway, we would prefer to celebrate all of the amazing times that you shared with us,” reads the post.
The Hornet Plans Farewell Celebration Ahead of Final Day
The doors of this beloved restaurant will close on August 9, 2025. On the final day, the restaurant will open at 4 p.m. to celebrate the last shift with everyone. This last celebration will mark the end of this chapter, and maybe even give a sneak peek at what comes next.
“If the proverb is indeed true, all good things must come to an end,” reads the message. “Denver, we hope that you will stop by in our remaining days to say hello, share your favorite memories, and let us thank you for the many years of your loyalty and love.”
The post encourages longtime patrons to stop by and share one final memory. To all those who have become more than just guests, the restaurant wishes to greet them one last time.
A Message Filled with Gratitude
The restaurant shares how it always aimed to become a second home to those in Denver. For 29 years, it became a place for everyone, creating endless stories and memories. Forming lifetime friendships with guests and staff alike, it expresses its final gratitude in this post.
The message highlights the community connections fostered over the years. The team, people who have worked here for decades, the guests, and everyone who has been to The Hornet. The message carries the weight of gratitude that can be felt across the screen.
The restaurant leaves behind a rich legacy of memories and community stories. Now, seeing this chapter close leaves many saddened. The post is filled with comments from the community sharing their stories. Locals are invited to stop by and say goodbye to a venue that’s been part of life in South Broadway for nearly three decades.
