Amber Pub, R.I.P.

The Amber Pub in Akron, Ohio, has closed.

It had been a west side hidden gem for over 40 years. For me, it has always been there.

Only in the last few years have I come to realize its true beauty and importance for myself, my family, and my community. It will be missed.

The Amber Pub is owned by Gayle Johnson, who also runs the O'Neil House on Akron's west side. I'm sure she misses the pub she loves dearly.

It was reported by my sister in communication with Ms. Johnson that the owner of the property on which the Amber Pub was locate sold the property. It is clear that she was forced to vacate the property. It is also believed that she was not offered an opportunity to purchase the property. She was given 30 days upon the sale to vacate. I went home for Christmas. It was closed.

I'm sad. Nostalgic sad a little bit. But mostly sad just for a personal loss. It was my place to escape for a drink and late dinner when visiting my parents. Watching the game. Drinking one of the finest martinis. To-die-for sauerkraut balls. Chatting with Gayle. Buying Miss Daisy a drink after work. (She's a fine cook!)

Will I get over it? Maybe. For now, tho, I don't want to get over it. It rots.