It's official: Schmankerl Stub’n, a German cuisine establishment that made its home in downtown Orlando since May, is packing up its schnitzels and strudels to its location at 131 N. Orange Avenue, Suite 104. Bungalower reported that the restaurant has announced plans to close after a final New Year’s Eve celebration, eyeing a relocation sometime in 2025.

However, the reasons behind this departure are painted with strokes of concern. Recent events, including a high-profile shooting on November 1, have stirred the pot of local discourse regarding the downtown scene’s trajectory. Schmankerl Stub’n has not been immune to its impact. The move comes as the city leaders call for a more varied business environment within the heart of Orlando. This push involves a greater mix of dining and retail options, according to WFTV.

The restaurant's management used social media to communicate directly with their patrons. Their post reflected a heavy-hearted decision to relocate, as detailed by Bungalower, saying, "This decision wasn’t easy, but with the current landscape downtown and the most recent events, we believe it’s in our best interest to move forward." They go on to promise the same great food, drinks, and atmosphere in their future locale, with the details to be announced in due course.