Popular Local Eatery Temporarily Closed To 'Re-image' Business

BAY SHORE, NY — A popular Bay Shore restaurant will be closed this week in order to "re-imagine" its business plan.

In a social media post on Sunday, A.J's Gourmet Grilled Cheese Shop on 182 W. Montauk Highway announced with a "heavy heart" that the eatery will be temporarily closed.

"We hope this is not the end, but rather the beginning of a new and better chapter," the post read.

The closure comes as many local restaurants are suffering due to the coronavirus pandemic, which the restaurant stated has "impacted all of us, some in different ways than others."

According to the message, A.J's will be "introducing a new plan" over the week which will ensure that residents will still get to enjoy their famous grilled cheese sandwiches. The new plan might mean a limited menu or weekend hours, but the restaurant ensures customers it will "not give up."

"The restaurant industry is changing dramatically, at least for the time-being," the post reads. "Just like many other situations in life we need to adapt and transform. We appreciate all of your business and look forward to servicing you all sooner than later!"