Franconia's Paradiso Restaurant To Close, Reopen As New Concept

FRANCONIA — A longtime family-run restaurant in Franconia will close, but a new generation is planning to reopen it as a new concept.

Paradiso Italian Restaurant's owners announced on their Facebook page the restaurant will close on Sunday, Oct. 11. The restaurant will undergo renovations and reopen in mid-November as La Fiamma, which translates to "The Flame."

The family-run restaurant states on its Facebook page it has been cooking recipes passed down from generations and serving thousands of families and friends. It is also affiliated with Villa Bella Restaurant in Burke and Giardino Italian Restaurant in Springfield. The owners say La Fiamma will remain the same family-owned business as Paradiso with a new generation.

"It's definitely bittersweet news as we end Paradiso's amazing 30 year streak of serving the community," the owners wrote. "However, we are SO excited for this new chapter and we hope you will continue to support us! We are thrilled to share the new updated ambiance and food with our community."

Fans of Paradiso can follow updates on the new concept on Paradiso's and La Fiamma Facebook pages.