Popular Uptown lunch spot Green’s to close permanently after more than 90 years in business

CHARLOTTE — An Uptown Charlotte staple will be closing its doors permanently this week.

Green’s Lunch on West 4th Street has been in business since 1926 and has been run by the same family for more than four decades.

On Monday, the restaurant’s owner, Joanna Sikiotis, told Channel 9 that staffing, a decline in business and the recent death of her husband led to her decision to close.

“To tell you the truth, it’s not in me anymore,” Sikiotis said. “I just want to go home.”

However, Sikiotis hinted that customers may not have seen the last of her.

“What the future holds, I don’t know. I still have the name. I still have the chili recipe, and you never know. I am keeping the website open, so you might be hearing from us.”

The restaurant posted the news on social media, thanking their loyal customers for their years of support.

“We would like to thank our loyal customers for these wonderful 97 years and also for the love and support that you have given us through our recent loss. We will always remember your smiles, hugs, and laughter; you will remain in our hearts as a family. Thank you!”

Green’s Lunch will permanently close its doors on Wednesday, June 28.

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