Article: Uncle Louie's suddenly closes after 21 years.(Business)

Byline: DEBBIE MESSINA

NORFOLK -- BY DEBBIE MESSINA

THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT

NORFOLK - Anticipating Reuben and fried oyster sandwiches, Tuesday's Uncle Louie's Restaurant lunch crowd was served up something it never expected - locked doors.

With no warning, the longtime Wards Corner institution had prepared its last meals Monday .

On Tuesday morning , the windows were covered in white paper and a sign was posted on the door: "We Are Closed - To Our Wonderful Customers Thank You For 21 years ."

"I'm shocked, I can't believe it," said Phyllis Weiss of Norfolk, who was meeting three friends for lunch. "There's nothing left ...

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