closure was announced on social media.<\/a><\/p>\n“After 47 years, it\u2019s with heavy hearts that we have to share that Bayside Lounge will close its doors at the end of the month,” reads a post from the lounge and restaurant. “It honestly doesn’t feel real.”<\/p>\n
The self-described “retro cocktail lounge” sits in the Best\u00a0Western Hotel (a.k.a. Sands), a floor above street level, utilizing the recognizable round corner of the building at\u00a01755 Davie St. for panoramic views of the bustling city below.<\/p>\n
The post goes on to thank the many folks who stopped by over the years.<\/p>\n
“We know this news will be deeply felt by our entire Bayside family,” it reads. “Over the coming weeks, we\u2019ll be sharing memories, celebrating our people and welcoming you back to enjoy Bayside together.”<\/p>\n
The reaction on social media has been one of shock, with many disappointed by the news.<\/p>\n
“This is the worst thing to ever happen to the westend. The entire community is heartbroken,” writes Amy Caswell on Instagram.<\/p>\n
“I\u2019m truly heartbroken about Bayside closing,” writes Laryssa Tavares on Instagram. “Bayside meant so much to me. It was my first job in Canada, where I developed my English, made friends, met hundreds of people, grew personally and professionally, and created memories I\u2019ll carry with me forever.”<\/p>\n
“Got engaged there in 1986 and went for our divorce drinks in 2013!” writes\u00a0Mindy Bahia-Sumel on Facebook.<\/p>\n
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