Hard Rock International announced that it will be closing the doors of its Hard Rock Cafe in Cleveland in July to concentrate on its Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park
In a statement, the company wrote:
"Since opening the doors of its first Cleveland location in 1998, Hard Rock International has been and continues to be committed to Cleveland and the surrounding communities. In July, Hard Rock Cafe Cleveland, located at 230 West Huron Road, will be closing. The closing marks a strategic decision on behalf of the brand to focus efforts in the market on Hard Rock Cafe at Northfield Park and Hard Rock Rocksino."
"The Northfield Park location opened in 2013 and was Hard Rock International’s first-ever Rocksino gaming property. Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park has become a celebrated entertainment venue in the Cleveland market featuring an exceptional gaming experience, Hard Rock Live music venue and multiple dining outlets, including a world-famous Hard Rock Cafe location. Employees of the closing cafe will be given priority consideration for open positions at the Northfield Park cafe and Rocksino gaming property."
Hard Rock International has venues in 68 countries, including 164 cafes, 23 hotels and 11 casinos, Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's greatest collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, Hard Rock Live performance venues and an award-winning website.
Now, take a look back to when WKYC covered the Hard Rock Cleveland's opening in 1998:
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