A longstanding Denver diner is set to go out of business. The owner of Breakfast Inn took to Instagram to announce that the diner will bid farewell to the community on June 8, 2025. The diner’s lease could not be renewed following the building’s sale, leading to a permanent closure. Breakfast Inn was not only a popular local diner but also held deep emotional significance for the community.
Highlights
- David Frieder, the current owner of Breakfast Inn, announced the restaurant’s closure two days ago.
- The Instagram announcement mentions that the restaurant will close on June 8, 2025, at 2 pm.
- The inability to renew the lease by the building owner has been cited as the reason for closure.
Why Is the Longstanding Legacy of Breakfast Inn Ending?
Breakfast Inn has been at 6135 E Evans Ave, Denver, since 1976. Currently, David Frieder is the owner of the diner. On Sunday, the owner posted shocking news on social media. The post stated that the Breakfast Inn team had made every effort to get the restaurant lease renewed. However, the building owner did not renew the lease, and the property was sold.
The local favorite spot to enjoy breakfast and appetizers will shut its doors forever on June 8, 2025, at 2 pm. Frieder has been managing Breakfast Inn for the last 21 years and has met people from different countries who have relished the food at this restaurant. He has seen the journey of many regular customers, and it felt like a personal connection, as he mentioned in the closure announcement.
Breakfast Inn and its customers have long shared a close bond. Hence, the owner has invited everyone to visit one last time to have their favorite food before the diner closes for good.
The Journey of Breakfast Inn With the Community
The journey of Breakfast Inn has been a long one, with around 50 years in the business. Their breakfast and lunchtime classics have been staples for many customers. The restaurant also has a fascinating concept of a model train moving above customers’ heads.
Dishes like sweet cream pancakes and Liborio’s Green Chile have attracted diners to visit repeatedly. American hospitality, ethics, and farm-fresh ingredients brought the much-deserved popularity to Breakfast Inn.
Following the closure announcement, the comment section was filled with heartfelt messages. Many shared their fond memories of the eatery, with some families having visited for over 30 years. The idea of losing a favorite gathering spot left many feeling nostalgic and disappointed.
The closure marks another loss for Denver’s local dining scene. For Breakfast Inn, people are hopeful and asked in the announcement post’s comments if the diner could shift to another location, instead of closing. Given recent challenges in the restaurant industry, news of relocation remains contentious.
