Say so Long to Sugo

After 18 months of business, Sugo Modern Italian Bistro has closed its doors. 

The contemporary restaurant -- which replaced the shuttered DiLullo's in March of 2011 -- received rave reviews from many Northeast Ohio critics upon opening.

However, owner and head chef Louis Prpich could no longer maintain the casual, fine fine dining eatery due to serious ongoing health issues, according to a former employee who asked not to be named.  

the Prpich family will continue to operate the popular Chowder House Cafe, located at 2028 Chestnut Blvd., reports Plain Dealer food critic Joe Crea. 

To get a look at some of the gourmet dishes Prpich and his fellow chefs created at Sugo, flip through the photos above.