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Saffron Bistro closing its doors Wednesday

Add comment May 12th, 2009

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AMY J. VAN HORN | ROCKFORD REGISTER STAR
Jennifer El Brichi, Saffron Bistro co-owner, and her brother, Doug Finch, the executive chef and manager, display the tagine cookware they use to serve Moroccan-style dishes.

Saffron Bistro, 6164 E. Riverside Blvd., is closing its doors on Wednesday.

The French-Moroccan-style restaurant opened about two and a half years ago. Executive chef and manager Doug Finch said the tough economy played a part in the decision to close.

“We tossed around the idea for a couple of months and made a lot of adjustments during that time,” Finch said. “We discontinued lunches, closed Mondays, cut back our hours and staff. We’re just not making it.”

The restaurant will have a limited menu today and Wednesday, Finch said, but diners are welcome to stop by to say goodbye. Saffron Bistro opens at 3 p.m. and typically closes by 11 p.m., though Finch expects people will stick around a little later on Wednesday night.

Call 815-877-0300 for more information.