The Corner Bar and Grille, known for its Friday fish fries and Saturday ribs and prime rib, will close its doors for good in November.
Owners John and Cindy Schneider announced their retirement on social media, noting that the bar’s last day for business will be Nov. 21.
“It’s with both anxiety and excitement that Cindy and I have decided to enter into the next phase of our lives.” John Schneider wrote in the online post. “Just like anyone else who has retired, we don’t have all the answers, and for the first time in decades, the prospect of unstructured days, weekends off and the freedom to simply enjoy life’s quieter moments, fill us with great anticipation.”
The Corner Bar is located at W10430 County Road M in the Town of Pella, where County Road M intersects with Valley Road, about 8 miles west of the Wolf River.
Schneider said he and his wife have witnessed some customers grow up before their eyes, stopping in as children with their parents to becoming parents themselves.
“The friendships that we’ve developed over the years will live with us forever,” he said.
He also thanked his staff and customers.
“Our success would not have been possible without the dedication of all of our extraordinary staff, whose loyalty and passion carried us through joyous highs and challenging lows alike,” he said. “To you, our loyal and dedicated customers — a sincere thank you for your commitment to us through the good, bad and even during the most unprecedented times, COVID-19. Your unwavering support for our restaurant during that time allowed us to continue doing what we love, when so many other restaurants were not as fortunate.”
Until the bar closes, hours will remain the same, opening at 4 p.m. Thursdays, 11 a.m. Fridays and 4 p.m. Saturdays.
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