Along Central Avenue, an iconic steakhouse served Valley diners for 75 years. When Durant’s announced its closure in February, many mourned its dim red dining room, stiff martinis and shrimp cocktail served by sharply dressed waiters.
But now, the restaurant is on track to reopen.
Jack Durant founded his namesake restaurant, which opened just south of Thomas Road in 1950. He passed the torch to Jack and Carol McElroy, who ran the historic spot for years. Earlier this year, ownership changed again, with the Mastro family taking over…