The tables at Keon’s 105 Bistro in downtown Haverhill are set to welcome diners but the lights are out—apparently permanently.
Owner and chef Robert A. Giallongo voluntarily surrendered his license to operate a restaurant in Haverhill to the Haverhill License Commission last Friday, July 17, without explanation, according to Commission Clerk Nicholas Flynn.
The restaurant acknowledged the closing in a Monday post.
“So as everyone knows Keon’s is closed for now. I am working hard to find the new chapter for Keons. We’re getting close. We all appreciate your patience…I’d like to thank you all for the loyalty and love throughout the years, this next step is only the beginning!”
The restaurant shuttered temporarily without notice on Wednesday, June 24. In a post on social media Giallongo wrote “Due to unforeseen circumstances we have to close tonight. Our apologies.”
That was followed by a post the next day saying the eatery would be closed through the July 4 holiday weekend. A sign taped to the front day gave the same message. The telephone number is also out of service.
Then, on Monday, July 6, another social media post read, “Unfortunately we ran into a couple snags this holiday week and will remain closed until we can resolve the issues.”
The restaurant was known for its creative upscale American cuisine. Giallongo purchased the restaurant from his boss, Alan J. Boisvert, in 2017. He had been the chef there since 2013.
Those with Groupon coupons were advised in the post to contact that company for refunds.