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Owners & employees react to Great Dane Pub and Brewing closing in Wausau


Published on 2025-03-20 21:01:06 - WSAW
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  • The Great Dane Pub and Brewing Company has confirmed the Wausau location will close. Eliot Butler, President and co-founder issued a statement Thursday. It reads: It's with a heavy heart that The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company will be ending operations at our Wausau location.

The Great Dane Pub and Brewing in Wausau, Wisconsin, is set to close its doors on January 28, 2024, after nearly 15 years of operation. The closure has elicited a range of emotions from both employees and patrons. Employees expressed sadness over the loss of their workplace, which was described as a family-like environment, but also gratitude for the experiences and relationships formed there. Customers shared fond memories of the establishment, highlighting its role as a community gathering spot known for its craft beers, food, and events like trivia nights. The closure is attributed to the broader economic challenges faced by the restaurant industry, including rising costs and shifts in consumer behavior. Despite the closure, there is a sense of hope among some that the Great Dane could potentially reopen in a new location in the future.

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