The Sign Says It All: The Old James Joyce Has Officially Closed
The tavern in Avondale Estates shut down days sooner than expected.
Employees at the Brewhouse Cafe Avondale -- better known as the old James Joyce -- said last week the bar would close down Saturday, April 28.
The owners pulled the plug early.
Residents say the place shut down several days ago. All the marquee lettering has been removed except for one sign that simply says "Closed."
The bar on East College Avenue was long the favorite watering hole in Avondale Estates, but management reportedly suffered financial setbacks.
The name changed several times since last fall. When the James Joyce name was dropped, patrons held a mock Irish funeral.
This time, the end came without ceremony.
Why did this bar inspire such strong feelings? Previous stories garnered many reader comments. Share your thoughts in the comments section below.
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Setec_Astronomy
2:26 pm on Thursday, April 26, 2012
Such a shame. Many nights were spent stumbling out of the JJ. The staff was always friendly & fun and it was the only place you could have a cigarette after 9:00 without being treated like a criminal. Here's hoping that a local restaurateur will swoop into the auction and reinvent our Local in the spirit of Corner Pub or Brick Store.
Lucinda
7:33 am on Monday, May 14, 2012
I wholeheartedly agree. I look forward to it reopening as a neighborhood pub. We already have enough sports bars, "family-friendly" or otherwise.