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Hound & Harvest, a popular pet-friendly restaurant in Huntsville’s medical district, will permanently close on July 13 due to space constraints affecting its operations. Although the restaurant attracted many customers with its healthy menu and outdoor dining, it struggled to find a suitable location for relocation amidst high market rents and lengthy construction timelines. The community has expressed sadness over the closure, highlighting the restaurant’s significant role for local pet owners. A liquidation sale will take place from July 7 to July 20, allowing loyal customers to purchase memorabilia.
Huntsville’s Hound & Harvest to Permanently Close Due to Space Constraints
Huntsville, AL – Hound & Harvest, a beloved pet-friendly restaurant situated within Huntsville’s medical district, has announced it will permanently close its doors on July 13 at 4 p.m. The closure comes as a result of the establishment’s struggle to manage insufficient building and parking lot space, which hindered the sustainability and potential scaling of its business model.
The restaurant quickly gained popularity after opening in summer 2023, known for its healthy menu options and inviting outdoor dining atmosphere. Customers relished the significant focus on quality food, with iconic dishes such as Bayou Fresh Tacos, Chilean Chicken Bowl, Floret Tacos, and Hot Tamale Supreme bowl receiving widespread praise for their taste and quality. Despite the brisk business initially brought in by local diners and their furry companions, the limitations of the restaurant’s physical footprint proved to be a challenge that ultimately could not be overcome.
Owner Bobby Jordan, along with the restaurant’s founders Garrett Hardee and Kennan Tipton, acknowledged the logistical struggles involved in maintaining Hound & Harvest’s operations at its current location. An extensive search for potential relocation options was conducted, with consideration given to several nearby neighborhoods including Madison, Jones Valley, Hampton Cove, Five Points, South Huntsville, and Athens. However, challenges in finding a suitable new space arose, chiefly due to high market rents, landlords’ preference for securing national brands with lengthy leases, and extended timelines for any new construction, which could take 12 to 24 months.
As a testament to its impact on the community, the announcement of Hound & Harvest’s closure drew nearly 100 comments on social media, with many expressing sadness and disappointment regarding the restaurant’s imminent shutdown. Jordan released a heartfelt message thanking customers for their support and devotion, highlighting the restaurant’s role as a gathering space for pet owners and their dogs, and detailing the various events the restaurant hosted, including birthday celebrations and “puppy parties.”
The physical location of Hound & Harvest, 2358 Whitesburg Drive, was once home to a doctor’s office and previously Mason Dixon Bakery & Bistro, transitioning to a locus of camaraderie for local dog lovers and their pets. The outpouring of community sentiment reflects the restaurant’s significance within the local dining scene, where superior service and high-quality food were staples of the customer experience.
In a final effort to clear inventory before the closure, Hound & Harvest will conduct a liquidation sale of all assets from July 7 to July 20, available by appointment only. This opportunity allows loyal customers to purchase memorabilia and supplies from the beloved establishment as it prepares to close for good.
Although details about future ventures remain uncertain for Jordan and the Hound & Harvest team, the commitment to reenter the culinary landscape in Huntsville indicates an enduring passion for the local food community. The shuttering of Hound & Harvest not only marks the end of a notable dining experience but also highlights the ongoing challenges many independent restaurants face in securing adequate space and resources to thrive.
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- AL.com: Huntsville Restaurant Closing
- WHNT: Local Huntsville Restaurant Closing
- Men’s Journal: Restaurant Closing
- Rocket City Now: Hound & Harvest Closure
- Hville Blast: Openings & Closings in Huntsville
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