After eight years in business, a restaurant owned by a man facing legal issues, has shut down.
Fish nor Fowl on Penn Avenue in Garfield announced Monday the modern Italian restaurant has closed.
“Thank you to everyone who joined us for pasta, cocktails and long dinners upstairs,” Fish nor Fowl’s website reads. “Thank you to our team, who made every night what it was. It’s been an honor to cook for you.”
Richard DeShantz, owner of several popular dining spots including Meat & Potatoes and Coop de Ville, was arrested on misdemeanor counts of simple assault and strangulation.
According to the criminal complaint, an intoxicated DeShantz allegedly punched a woman in the face. slammed her head against the steering wheel of a vehicle, and choked her during an argument that after she picked him up from a bar.
DeShantz was detained and released on $10,000 bail.
DeShantz announced he was stepping away from his restaurant group while he deals with the charges and legal issues.
The DeShantz group also owns Tako, Butcher and the Rye, Hand Roll Bar, Rib Room and more.
Fish nor Fowl is owned by restaurateur facing legal issues
Fish nor Fowl is owned by restaurateur facing legal issues
