Susan’s Fish & Chips in Portland, Maine, Permanently Closing

There's a sad truth to the restaurant industry throughout America. Most restaurants don't make it past a handful of years.

Many new restaurants start strong. But keeping the public interesting and keeping what you offer consistent proves to be a challenge that most restaurants simply can't overcome.

Which is why restaurants that do make it beyond 10 years and then 20 years and then 30 years deserve some recognition and appreciation.

One of those long-lasting restaurants in Portland, Maine, is about to say goodbye.

Susan's Fish & Chips Announces Closure on Social Media

In a surprising announcement on social media, Susan's Fish & Chips along Forest Avenue in Portland, Maine, has announced that the restaurant will be permanently closing.

Located inside a renovated garage, Susan's forged its way into becoming a beloved institution in the city. Susan's prided itself on serving local seafood as well as hand breading its signature dish.

But what really kept people coming back for more than three decades was the prices. Susan's Fish & Chips remained one of the most affordable seafood joints in Portland.

Rising Costs Are The Reason Behind Susan's Fish & Chips Closing

In the social media announcement, Susan's Fish & Chips declared the reason for closing was based around one thing, costs.

Susan's said that times have certainly changed for restaurants. Increased costs on products, increased wages for employees and just other increased costs to maintain quality and cleanliness led to the decision to close the Portland, Maine, staple after all these years.

Susan's Fish & Chips will close permanently on Friday, October 30.