If you ever grabbed a pizza after a long day, met friends for breakfast, or picked up takeout on a busy night in Harpursville, there’s a good chance you spent time at Pantheon Restaurant & Pizzeria.

Now, after years of serving the community, the local restaurant has announced it will permanently close this weekend.

Pantheon Says Goodbye

In a social media post, Pantheon Restaurant & Pizzeria thanked customers for their support over the years and announced that Saturday, May 16, will be its final day of service.

The message was short, simple, and heartfelt:

Thank you for your support over the years. We are deeply grateful for your business over the years.”

For many people in the Harpursville area, that kind of post hits a little differently. Even if you only stopped in occasionally, places like this can become part of memories.

Community Shares Memories and Goodbyes

Not long after the announcement was posted, comments started appearing from customers and community members.

Some shared sadness over losing a favorite local spot, while others thanked the restaurant for years of good food and support within the community.

READ MORE: A Sweet New Store Is About to Open in Endicott

Sorry to hear, we always enjoyed coming there! Best wishes,” one customer wrote.

Another commented, “So sorry to see you and this restaurant go, but wishing you the best in whatever the future holds for you. Thanks for all your support of our community!

A Slice of Harpursville’s Story

Located on State Route 79, the restaurant built a reputation for being a cozy, family-friendly spot with homemade comfort food and welcoming service. Customers often talked about the casual atmosphere and how much they loved walking into a place where people knew their name.

Why Local Restaurants Matter

When a locally owned restaurant closes, it’s about more than just losing a place to grab dinner.

It’s the place where people stopped after ball games, picked up takeout on busy nights, or ran into neighbors they hadn’t seen in a while. Over time, places like Pantheon become part of people’s routines without them even realizing it.

That’s why announcements like this hit hard in small towns across New York. These restaurants are tied to memories, traditions, and everyday life.

98.1 The Hawk logo
Get our free mobile app

A Community’s Last Chance to Visit

If Pantheon Restaurant & Pizzeria has been part of your family’s story over the years, there's still time to stop in before they close for good on Saturday, May 16.

Whether it is one last breakfast, one more pizza night, or simply a chance to thank the staff in person, this is your chance to make one final visit before the doors close for good.

Southern Tier Residents Share Special Childhood Memories of Southern Tier Restaurants

We asked. "What's the first restaurant you remember from when you were a kid?" and your answers brought back floods of memories!

Gallery Credit: Traci Taylor

2026 Southern Tier County Fairs in New York

Planning your summer in New York’s Southern Tier? Here’s a complete guide to every county fair happening in 2026 across Broome, Chemung, Chenango, Delaware, Steuben, and Tioga counties, plus the Cortland County Junior Fair. 

Gallery Credit: Traci Taylor

More From 98.1 The Hawk