Beloved Le Clos Abruptly Closes

By Dylan Bailey

Le Clos, an iconic Fernandina historic district restaurant since 1996 is no more. Serving Provençal dishes by candlelight in a charming, intimate 1906 cottage, it’s been a source of memories for many people.

But as of Monday, April 10, Katherine Ewing has decided to permanently close the restaurant.

The news came as a shock, since last year Le Clos closed for renovations, and it seemed life had been breathed back into the restaurant when it reopened.

The restaurant’s Facebook page posted the following statement: “Katherine Ewing, owner of Le Clos, has decided to permanently close Le Clos. Would like to take a minute and thank Burlingame restaurant, Espana, Wicked BAO, Joe's Second St. Bistro, Patio Place, and Boat House for coming to the rescue with helping employ our staff that was left unemployed with no notice. We love our Le Clos guests/family and hope to see you around town."