An eclectic restaurant in downtown Syracuse whose concept was built around charcuterie served its last meal on Saturday and will not reopen.
Board & Bar Charcuterie, located in Clinton Square, made the announcement on its Facebook page this morning.
“As of today, Board & Bar will be closed permanently,” owners Nick and Laurie Salvetti wrote. “We are so thankful for the continued support over the years and are grateful for all the relationships made along the way.”
The Salvettis, a husband-and-wife team that met at West Genesee High School, opened Board & Bar in July 2021 as restaurants were coming out of Covid restrictions. Nick had been the chef and CEO of Défi Cuisine, the previous restaurant in this spot.
Board & Bar offered a curated selection of locally-sourced cured meats, cheese and accompaniments broad together in a creative presentation. The restaurant, located next to the Saltine Warrior, had a sophisticated yet approachable vibe for get-togethers, date nights and special occasions. It was also one of few downtown restaurants offering brunch.
Syracuse.com restaurant critic Jared Paventi praised Board & Bar for its cuisine and an atmosphere that inherently had patrons sharing food and conversation. “The vast majority of customers were like our group; tables full of friends and family picking their way through the boards and immersing themselves in the relaxed, casual atmosphere the Salvettis have worked to create,” he wrote.
The Salvettis, who recently welcomed a baby girl, decided the time was right to close.
“It’s just time for us to focus on being a family and raising our new baby,” Laurie said today shortly after making the announcement. “Time is precious and we won’t get this time with back with her.”