""This isn't an easy post to write," the statement reads. First and foremost, thank you. Thank you for showing up for us. Thank you for being part of our family since 1992. "Thank you for helping us build something special here in Atlanta, a place where good food, good people, and good vibes met for 33 unforgettable years ... If you ever sat down for a meal here, pulled up with your people, or stopped by for a jerk chicken to go, we'd love to see you one last time.""
"According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, owner Bob Hatcher, 73, says the restaurant has been losing money since the pandemic. For decades, Eats has been known for serving affordable comfort food, its famous jerk chicken, and meat-and-three plates. Ponce de Leon Avenue has gone through major development projects, with Ponce City Market arriving in 2014, and developer Portman to purchasing local bars for redevelopment. Since then, the likes of breakfast spot Java Jive, another Atlanta staple of 30 years, and local favorite Bookhouse Pub have closed."
Eats on Ponce de Leon Avenue will close permanently on October 18 after 33 years of operation. Owner Bob Hatcher, 73, reports the restaurant has been losing money since the pandemic. The restaurant built a reputation for affordable comfort food, its famous jerk chicken, and meat-and-three plates. The Ponce de Leon corridor has seen major development changes, including Ponce City Market in 2014 and developer Portman purchasing local bars for redevelopment. Nearby longtime establishments such as Java Jive and Bookhouse Pub have also closed. Patrons are invited to visit one last time before closing.
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