Longtime Favorite Riedy’s Tavern in Charlotte to Close After 46 Years

The Greater Lansing food scene is about to lose a longtime favorite restaurant.

Riedy's Tavern in downtown Charlotte will soon be closing its doors.

The owner, 71-year-old Dan Riedy, has decided to retire. So, the business will be closing with Dan's retirement.

Dan and Riedy's Tavern have been integral to the community for 46 years. In that time Dan ran three different Riedy's locations (Charlotte, Potterville, and Eaton Rapids), participated in countless fundraisers and school events, and helped numerous sports teams. Whether it was making pizza or pasta, and then serving it up, Dan was there.

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Now, the time has come for him to retire.

Why Riedy’s Is Closing Now

Dan is still recovering from a heart attack he suffered on December 3, 2024. That, coupled with the fact that running a small, local business can be quite the challenge these days, has led Dan to his decision to retire.

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If you would like to celebrate Dan, Riedy's Tavern, and the legacy that both are leaving behind, there's a party being thrown in Dan's honor.

How the Charlotte Community is Saying Goodbye

Riedy's is hosting a "Retirement Party / Riedy’s Pizza closing day / Super Bowl Party" on Sunday, February 8. You can stop by for the food and drink, the memories, and the opportunity to hang out with Dan before he retires and Riedy's closes.

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