Hampden will lose another dining spot this month when The Arthouse closes permanently after 11 years of operation.
Owners Randy Oto and Priya Rayadurg posted on Facebook and Instagram that the popular pizza bar and art gallery at 1115 W. 36th St. has been unable to extend its lease and will have a “Going Out of Business” party on Oct. 26.
The Arthouse is known for pairing brick oven pizza with unexpected toppings, such as blueberry chili sauce and mozzarella and goat cheese, offering a Late Night Happy Hour on weekends, and hosting events such as Open Mic Comedy and Live Irish Music nights. All of the artwork on display is for sale.
“Long story short, our lease ended a while ago and we have been unable to come up with a long term win-win solution for both us and the landlord,” the owners wrote. “We are now required to vacate the building by the end of October. We like to thank all the great patrons, amazing staff members, talented artists, musicians and comedians that made The Arthouse a very special place. Stop by for some yummy pizza and drinks, reminisce and say goodbye.”
The owners say they will still be part of the neighborhood because they have two other businesses in Hampden, Cloud 9 Clothing at 1111 W. 36th St. and Charm City Hemp at 1013 W. 36th St.
