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Four beloved restaurants close their doors in Columbus, Phenix City

Stories by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer journalists, with AI summarization

Several cherished restaurants in Columbus and Phenix City have recently closed. Despite their unique offerings, the owners cite similar struggles with business operations. These include staff shortages, personal sacrifices, or other undisclosed factors.

Trevioli Italian Kitchen announced its closure and conveyed thanks to its loyal patrons, despite no detailed comment from its owner. The site’s food truck and catering services will persist. At Lily B. Rose, a soul food establishment, the owner decided to close due to the toll managing the restaurant had taken on her family. Despite the closure, they expressed gratitude for the community’s support. At Bytes Taquiera, a recent remodel could not prevent its sudden closure, marking the second eatery to shut down at that location. Rosehill Seafood closed after more than five decades, citing post-pandemic staffing difficulties as a significant challenge.

A sign at Rosehill Seafood in Columbus shows the restaurant is closed May 5, 2025. By Jordyn Paul-Slater

NO. 1: THIS POPULAR RESTAURANT HAS CLOSED AFTER SERVING COLUMBUS FOR 53 YEARS

When the Ledger-Enquirer called the restaurant Monday, the voicemail message said, “We are now closed until further notice.” | Published May 5, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jordyn Paul-Slater

Bytes Taquiera, formerly known as Bytes and Brews, located 117 12 St. is closing. By Jordyn Paul-Slater

NO. 2: ONE MONTH AFTER REMODEL, COLUMBUS RESTAURANT IS CLOSING IMMEDIATELY

Management confirmed the shutdown Tuesday. | Published May 13, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jordyn Paul-Slater

Lily B. Rose, located at 1222 10th Ave. in Phenix City, Alabama, offers Southern home cooking. By Mike Haskey

NO. 3: CO-OWNER EXPLAINS WHY PHENIX CITY SOUL FOOD RESTAURANT ANNOUNCED SUDDEN CLOSURE

“I have made many sacrifices,” one of the co-owners said. “I don’t want to sacrifice anymore.” | Published June 25, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jordyn Paul-Slater

Chef Trevor Morris taught Ledger-Enquirer reporter Sundi Rose how to make this risotto with scallops dish at Trevioli Italian Kitchen at the Rapids in downtown Columbus, Georgia. 05/29/2024 By Mike Haskey

NO. 4: ITALIAN FOOD FAVORITE IN COLUMBUS IS CLOSING THIS WEEK. WHAT WE KNOW

“Due to multiple determining factors, it has become impossible for us to keep the business going,” the closure announcement says. | Published June 26, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jordyn Paul-Slater

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.