"The company says the move comes down to its lease ending and will take effect later this season, according to BK Reader. In a statement shared with the outlet, CEO Mike Nugent thanked both customers and employees, saying, 'It has been an absolute honor to be welcomed into the Brooklyn community for 15 years,' while confirming that the Gowanus run is nearly over."
"Local reporting has tracked a broader pattern of closures and rent pressure across Park Slope, Prospect Heights and Gowanus that predates Dinosaur's decision and points to rising operating costs and sharp rent hikes."
"As Park Slope Pulse has detailed, business owners say weaker weekday foot traffic combined with higher rents has made many storefronts tough to sustain."
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que's Gowanus location is set to close this spring after 15 years of operation. The closure is attributed to the expiration of the restaurant's lease. CEO Mike Nugent expressed gratitude to the Brooklyn community for their support. The restaurant, which opened in 2013, is part of a larger trend of restaurant closures in the area due to rising rents and operating costs. Local reports indicate that the Gowanus rezoning has contributed to the changing landscape of Union Street's dining options.
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