La Grange Coronavirus: Restaurant Closes For Good

LA GRANGE, IL — A "perfect storm" has resulted in the immediate closure of La Buona Vita restaurant after six years in La Grange. La Buona Vita restaurant owner Jim Barron issued a statement Monday morning announcing the closure of the restaurant, 15 Calendar Ave., which offered northern Italian cuisine.

"After thoughtful analysis and a heavy heart, it is with great disappointment I inform you that effective immediately, the restaurant is permanently closed," Barron said. "The increased concern related to the COVID-19/Coronavirus, the Governor's mandate, combined with limited resources, has made it the perfect storm for businesses, especially for small locally owned restaurant businesses."

He said he was disappointed and frustrated there was no choice but to close a business "to which we were not only passionately devoted but extremely appreciative."

Barron posted his statement to his restaurant's Facebook page. Comments praising the restaurant immediately poured in.

One woman wrote, "So sorry to hear this, but totally understandable. The food, atmosphere and service were always excellent. Maybe you will consider a comeback after this perfect storm."

Another said, "This is so sad. You have become one of my favorite spots. Love your food and atmosphere."

Many have shown concern for Illinois' restaurants, which were ordered to close to dine-in customers last week because of the coronavirus. More than 25 in La Grange are still offering food through carryout and delivery.

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