Business & Tech
Su Casa II Is Closing Its Doors
After 3-1/2 years in Sussex, the Kohlmann family felt the time had come to move forward with the difficult decision.
The Kohlmann family had been putting off the difficult decision to close their business, Su Casa II, for quite some time. However, that time has come and Friday will be the last day of business for the Sussex staple.
Owner Sherry Kohlmann said a crippling combination factors ultimately led to the restaurant's closure. She said all at once the lease was up on their space along Main Street, customer traffic was not meeting expectations, and license fees were coming due. Kohlmann added that licence costs for liquor and gaming machines cost upwards of $1,500.
"If we were going to make that hard decision, it made sense to do it now," Kohlmann said. "It's been a very rewarding experience. I've met so many people. If there was a way to keep it going, we would. We are just so tired. We really did a lot of soul searching, but just felt the time was right."
The Kohlmann's owned Su Casa II for 3-1/2 years, and said the restaurant is an institution in the community. Sherry added that they have the business up for sale through a broker, and the sale sign will go up in the front window within the week.
"We're hoping someone will come in and purchase the business. It's definitely an institution in the are. People are very sad. A lot of tears the past few weeks as they have found out," Kohlmann said.
Kohlmann said a few potential buyers have already stopped in, but an offer hasn't been made. And now, the family looks toward the future once they lock the doors at Su Casa II for the final time.
"Well, we're all out of jobs," Kohlmann said. "Most of my employees will have no difficulty finding other jobs. They are quality people. Me? I don't know what I'm going to do. Not sure if I'll stay in this industry or do something else. Not quite sure where I'll land."
Su Casa II will be open per usual throughout the week, but will be closing after business hours on Friday.
"It's been fun. People have been wonderful, and I have no regrets - other than not being able to keep it going," Kohlmann said.
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