GREENSBORO, N.C. — A long-time Greensboro restaurant will close its doors after more than 28 years of business.
The owner of Jack's Corner Mediterranean Deli announced Sunday on Facebook and their website that it will close permanently.
On Monday, WFMY News 2 spoke with owner Jack Bishara. He says, he and his family were planning to close around the 30-year mark, but COVID-19 solidified that decision a little earlier than they hoped.
"We opened up in 1992 - me and my parents and my brother. We worked it day and night, six days a week for 28 years," he said. "We loved being in that area. We've had lots of great relationships that were built around UNCG students, staff, and the neighborhood."
Bishara said it took a couple of years for the restaurant to take off - with so many customers unfamiliar with Mediterranean dishes. But around 1994, he said business started booming.
When it came to the decision, of whether to open - with restrictions in place - during a pandemic, Bishara's team took a wait-and-see approach. Ultimately, they decided to close for good.
"We knew that business was not going to be the same," he said. "Financially, it's not going to be the same. But also - giving high-fives and hugs to people... I can't do business without that."
The Spring Garden restaurant thanked all of its customers for the support over the years. The owners said the location is officially up for lease.
The staff encouraged people to visit Wallstreet Deli and Catering on West Friendly Avenue, which is owned by Bishara's sister.
