Hermitage Grill Vows To Re-Open
Waller McCracken, co-owner of this established Lakeside eatery says the restaurant will re-open after a recent kitchen fire.
“We are going to add a brand new kitchen and handicapped bathrooms”, he said gesturing to the parking lot to the right of the building. “We’re working with the insurance company – it all hinges on that.”
An afternoon kitchen fire on April 17, 2010 has left the popular gathering spot empty. A quick look inside and at the construction dumpster outside indicates an almost total gutting of the interior. Metal ceiling tin and insulation has been torn out, but the cheery yellow brick building seems to exude a kind oh hopefulness for the future. A September re-opening is the goal at this point.
We will keep you updated on the progress.





Did you mean “hopefulness” instead of “hatefulness”? I think the building still looks hopeful.
Thank you for catching my error. I have made the correction! : )
Missing the grits and the Bloody Mary’s at brunch! Will be there the first Sunday in September!
Is there a new estimated date of opening? I drive by the place frequently and it’s looking good! I look forward to the Grand Re-Opening!