At Otto’s Kitchen & Comfort in Pittsfield, some diners ask why there is a 30-minute wait, even though they see empty tables. In Lenox, The Olde Heritage Tavern and Firefly
LENOX â The Select Board has cleared the way for new owners to reopen multiple hospitality industry ventures in the historic downtown village.
The board unanimously approved an all-alcohol license transfer to East Rood Farm Corp., the new owner of The Olde Heritage Tavern at 12 Housatonic St.
A tented outdoor dining area with 30 seats was incorporated into the new license.
East Rood Farm is the corporation formed by the tavernâs purchaser, Ryan Salame. He acquired the popular bar and eatery from 20-year owner John McNinch in a $1.5 million real estate transaction April 15, plus the value of the business for an undisclosed price.
Long Time Owners Announce Sale of The Olde Heritage Tavern
After what has been an unprecedented and challenging year for the restaurant industry, a long-time staple of the Berkshire County hospitality scene has announced they re selling.
Via a Facebook post yesterday, John McNich and his family, long-time owners of The Olde Heritage Tavern on Housatonic St. in downtown Lenox, announced the sale of the beloved bar and grille.
After 21 years at the Heritage we have decided that it is our time to move on. The family we have created here over the last 21 years has far exceeded anything we could have imagined; and while we may not be around every day anymore, we aren’t going anywhere. While we will miss creating new memories with each and every one of you, the plan is for the heritage to stay exactly as it is, all being led by Becky, Brian, Robert, and the rest of the crew. Thank you to you all because it was you who evolved the Heritage into what it is. We wish the new owners conti