WORCESTER – Just days before they were set to host a weekend of St. Patrick’s Day festivities, the owners of the storied O’Connor’s Restaurant & Bar announced they have closed for good.
The restaurant, which had operated on West Boylston Street for more than 35 years, announced a temporary closing on Monday, March 9, due to damage from a burst pipe. Two days later, on Wednesday, March 11, the owners revealed they would not be reopening.
“It is with great regret that we must share that after our recent pipe burst and with rising business costs, O’Connor’s will not be reopening its doors,” reads the message shared on social media. “Through many difficult times we’ve given it our very best to carry on this beloved landmark, but the latest challenges have led us to the end of our journey.”…