The Point on Main has poured its last drink. The longtime East Side hangout quietly closed after roughly a decade in business, according to a June Facebook post from the owners. The spot, known for years as a neighborhood restaurant, bar and live music room, is no longer open for service. Regulars and musicians have been filling comment threads with memories and tributes since the news broke.
According to 614NOW, the owners announced on June 21 that they had made a “bittersweet decision” to close so they could “spend more time with families” and “spend more time traveling.” The outlet notes that the East Side spot operated for about ten years at 1192 Noe Bixby Road and doubled as a stage for local bands and community events. The Facebook announcement drew a wave of messages from local musicians and loyal patrons thanking the owners and staff for the years of shows and late nights.
Neighborhood Hub for Music and Events
The Point’s online listings show it was more than a place to grab a drink. It hosted regular live music nights, karaoke sessions, and outdoor car show gatherings that pulled neighbors together on weekend evenings. Per The Point on Main's website, the venue promoted holiday hours and special events, underscoring its role as a community spot for food and entertainment. House bands and themed nights helped it carve out a niche in the East Side nightlife circuit.
Local Musicians Mourn Their Home Stage
Performers were among the first to react. As reported by 614NOW, the duo Right on Main shared that owners Al, Ged, and Steve had invited them to serve as the house band, adding that they would miss playing the room along with its staff and patrons. The comments rolling in on the venue’s social media show how many local acts had come to rely on The Point as a regular performance stop.
What’s Next for the Building?
The owners have not outlined any future plans for the space beyond citing family and travel as their reasons for closing, and no reopening timeline has been announced. The Point’s site and other event calendars had previously listed steady lineups of shows and community nights, but the June 21 post framed this as the end of the venue’s run. For now, the East Side loses a reliable mid-sized room where local bands could count on finding an audience.
