Dighton's 1712 Restaurant Announces It Is Permanently Closing

DIGHTON (WBSM) — The only sit-down dinner restaurant in Dighton, Massachusetts is permanently closing.

The 1712 Restaurant & Tavern announced on its Facebook page this afternoon that it is closing after six years in business.

“Well, all good things eventually come to an end. The 1712 restaurant will close on Saturday, April 26th. This was not an easy decision, but a decision that needed to be made. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to serve Dighton for the last 6 years. The friendships that were made here will continue on. To all of you that are still here, customers and employees, we love you and you are the best humans on this planet, it’s all of you that kept this place going when it was tough and we will be in each other’s lives forever. Take care and God Bless 💕💕”

A Legacy Built in Just Six Years

The 1712, located at 1881 County Street, opened in 2019 in the location that, according to The Herald News, had formerly housed Georgio’s and Sons Family Restaurant and Pub for the previous 45 years.

It took its name from the year that Dighton was incorporated as a town, and it took pride in being a place where the townsfolk could come together for good food, good drinks and good times.

Owners Lisa and Bruce Atwood built a following for The 1712 not only for its menu but also for its friendly staff and the spotlight it shone on the local music scene, with so many SouthCoast musicians getting the chance to take center stage there.

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Fans and Friends Show Outpouring of Love on 1712’s Facebook Post

Many patrons of The 1712 commented on the Facebook post, sharing their sadness but also wishing the Atwoods and their staff the best of luck in their next chapter.

“Thanks Bruce, Lisa, Kayla Escobar and the awesome staff at The 1712 Restaurant & Tavern. I have great memories of your place and I enjoyed playing there for the past few years. Best of luck and health to all of you!” Fran Fenton wrote.

“The absolute greatest dive around! Thanks for the fun times,” Jasmine Wilbur wrote.

“So sorry Lisa and Bruce. It’s a very hard decision but you know when it’s time. You gave it your all,” Mary McIntosh wrote. “Thank you for your friendship, you all still have a special place in my heart. Now go and enjoy life not being tied down all the time.”

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