Business & Tech
Chakra Cafe Closes Abruptly
The restaurant at Franklin and S. Washington streets announced its closure Monday.
Chakra Café abruptly announced on its Facebook page it would close permanently.
The Indian and Asian fusion restaurant is located at 600 N Franklin St., next door to Balducci's near the intersection of Franklin and S. Washington streets in Old Town.
“We are sorry to announce that Chakra Cafe is now closed," the restaurant's owners wrote in a Monday post. "Thanks to all of you for your support and patronage. It has been wonderful to serve you and such fun to meet you all. We are sorry to go but will always cherish the memories.”
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A call to the café was not answered, but a voice mail message says the café is closed and thanks its patrons for their support.
Chakra celebrated its grand opening in September 2011.
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Commenters on the Facebook page expressed disappointment with the news, with one patron noting she had just visited the restaurant Sunday.
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