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Sign of the Beefcarver Closing in Royal Oak After Nearly 70 Years
Owners cited rising food costs, including high roast beef prices, and said they could no longer absorb operating losses.
- After 70 years of service, the Royal Oak restaurant Sign of the Beefcarver announced it will permanently close on Sunday, October 25.
- Owner Jay Joliat cited "extreme financial pressure from rising food costs," specifically roast beef prices, alongside "onerous government policies" as factors.
- Entrepreneurs Jack Joliat and Bob LaJoie founded the Early American-themed restaurant in 1957; it eventually expanded to 12 Metro Detroit locations before Royal Oak became the last remaining.
- News of the impending closure drew more than 325 comments on Facebook within one hour of the announcement; some staff members served for more than 30 years, unusual tenure in the industry.
- The closure reflects a wider struggle in Michigan's restaurant industry, where 55 percent of establishments saw customer traffic declines amid economic pressures; guests are encouraged to visit before October 25, as the restaurant may close early if food runs out.
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