Smokey Joe's to close this summer

The bar Smokey Joe's, located on Lancaster Ave., will be closing down this summer when its lease is up. The owner may be turning the bar into a retail outlet. However, the bar may still be opened but just relocated to another area close to where the building is now. Right now, the bar is a popular hangout for local college students.

by Chris Nielsen

Contrary to persistent rumors, the popular bar Smokey Joe's is not due to close anytime soon.

While the closing of the popular hangout is inevitable, it will not happen during this schoo1 year.

Smokey Joe's has long been known as a popular hangout for local college students. Among their standout features are Wednesday night specials and an affordable menu of fast food cuisine.

As of now, Smokey Joe's is due to close sometime this summer, in either June or July.

As soon as the lease expires, the landowner hopes to turn the spot into a retail outlet for greater profits.

However, even when the closing occurs, it may not be the end of Smokey Joe's. Management is currently looking for a new spot to relocate to, preferably close to the old spot.

Should you plan to visit Smokey Joe's before the end of the year, be sure to bring an I.D.

After 9:00 p.m., minors under the age of 21 are not welcome. However, the restaurant is open to customers of all ages for early lunch. The spot will be turned into a retail outlet for greater profits.