Rune Kitchen + Juicery has closed its Mariemont location at 6844 Wooster Pike after three years in business, with staffing challenges cited as a reason for the shutdown. The locally owned vegan cafe and juice bar will keep operating its Northside location, which the business described as thriving.
The closure was confirmed by Cincinnati Business Courier, which reported that Rune had closed one of its two locations. Local 12 reported that Rune was set to close the Mariemont spot after three years, citing staffing as a factor, though an exact closing date was not shared. The restaurant specializes in health-focused acai bowls, herbal teas, smoothies, juices and small bites, according to the station’s report.
Per a business Instagram post, Rune said operating two locations was no longer sustainable and that closing the Mariemont space would allow the company to keep evolving. The same post described the closure as a stepping stone in the business’s growth and said its vision had outgrown what the Mariemont space could accommodate. Rune owner Caleb Cornelius declined to comment further beyond the social media post, per the same account.
What Comes Next for Northside
According to the Instagram post, Rune plans to continue operating its Northside location and even expand its food offerings there. The business said it was looking forward to what comes next, framing the Mariemont closure as part of a broader shift rather than a retreat. As Cincinnati Enquirer noted, the business also cited seasonal slowdowns and the demands of running the Northside shop as factors behind the Mariemont closure…