Popular, Long-Time Branford Restaurant To Close: Report

BRANFORD, CT - A popular delicatessen that operated for more than 40 years in Branford is shutting its doors, according to a story in the New Haven Register.

The Register is reporting that Lynn's Restaurant & Delicatessen is closing at the end of February. Sisters Lynn DeMusis-Grady and Helen Borrelli, who have spent much of their lives working at Lynn’s — and took over ownership when their mother, Ethel DeMusis, retired a few years ago — said it’s time for them to move into a new phase of their respective lives, according to the Register story.

The deli is located at 318 E. Main Street. On the deli's Facebook page people expressed both sadness and understanding that the business is closing.

"41 years is a lot of devotion. Enjoy your well-earned rest. Wish you all the best and much happiness!"

"A Branford Institution. What is it like to open a post to find out that a former student is closing a business which she and family members have operated for 41 years. A successful restaurant and deli has expanded over this time to create a a place where the community has opened its hands and hearts to meet, greet and eat. Take the time to smile the roses ; there’s a big wonderful world out there; Enjoy it!"

The full story in the Register can be read here.