A local favorite tavern and brunch spot, Park Tavern is closing its downtown Delray Beach location. The restaurant is scheduled to close October 18, ending its 15-year run in Delray Beach.
Delray Beach’s Park Tavern Is Closing
Well-known for its laid-back and lively atmosphere, Park Tavern is a neighborhood favorite dining destination. The restaurant features a scratch kitchen menu built around fresh ingredients. Its bar menu includes craft beer, cocktails, and small-production wines.
The menu offers classic American comfort dishes, brunch staples, shareable platters, and seasonal drinks. Recommended items on the menu include PT cheesesteak, farmhouse chicken sandwich, and smoked short rib burger.
Through a social media announcement, the restaurant team shared the closure news. The team confirmed that after 15 years of service, the restaurant is preparing to permanently shut its doors.
In the post, the team thanked the community and customers for their support. They wrote, “As we prepare to close our doors, we’re raising a glass to the guests, team members, and community who made Park Tavern what it is.”
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Community Responses on Social Media
Located at 32 SE 2nd Avenue in Delray Beach, Florida, Park Tavern will close its doors on October 18, according to The Palm Beach Post.
The closure announcement on social media drew a lot of attention and support from the community members. One of the customers commented, “No wayyyyyyy. There goes the best happy hour on the Ave, and the best cheesesteak anywhere!”
A former employee of the restaurant also commented, “This makes me so sad! Working at Park changed my life. I worked there for 5 years. I made the best friends! I don’t think I could have lasted in Florida without that job and those people!! Brian, Tony, and Brendan are the absolute best!!! I learned so much from them!”
“Wow! I can’t believe this. Legendary to Delray Beach. I’m quite disappointed about what’s happening to the Ave,” wrote another loyal customer.
As the restaurant prepares for its final week of service, it encourages the community to visit the restaurant and enjoy one more meal. With the closure of the restaurant, the Florida dining community is losing a neighborhood dining gem.
