Mt. Greenwood Residents Heartbroken over Closing of 'Wonderburger'

The most famous burger joint in Mount Greenwood is now closed. 

Grant's Wonderburger owners announced Tuesday their decision to shutter the 60-year-old business. 

"It has been an emotional few months for our family and we will miss this place dearly! We cannot thank our customers, family, and friends enough for all the love and support you have given us throughout the years," wrote the owners on the restaurant's Facebook page. 

Owned by the Grant family, the Mount Greenwood burger joint first opened in 1954 and was closed briefly on Dec. 31 as the owners made a deal to sell the restaurant. But that deal fell through, and Wonderburger bounced right back into business Jan. 9—deciding to stay open while still up for sale. 

"It's a sign Wonderburger!" wrote one Patch commenter. "Please don't leave us!"

Despite the reopening, customers' relief was short-lived, as the owners announced its closure this week. Loyal customers expressed appreciation and love for the local favorite. 

"We have enjoyed 45 years of great foods since we got married," wrote one Facebook commenter. "The best place in My Greenwood. Good luck to all of you. Also best waitresses ever!"

"You can't leave yet. I haven't taken my wife there yet!" wrote another. 

Some fans wondered if the restaurant has really served its last burger—asking the family if perhaps it's been sold to a new owner. Those queries on the Facebook page went unanswered.

Shortly before its closing, the restaurant recently notched another anniversary.

"60 years," reads a post from the owners on the Facebook page. "It's been a great ride!"

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