CLEVELAND — The Red Chimney restaurant, a Slavic Village gem that has charmed residents for years, will be closed for an undetermined amount of time following a fire in an upstairs apartment on Tuesday morning.

According to Cleveland Ward 12 Councilwoman Rebecca Maurer, the building sustained damage from an upstairs fire that unit and caused damage inside the restaurant.

"I am devastated with this news. The Red Chimney is a Cleveland staple. I’ve had countless meals here, and I know you have too. Please keep Pete, Lou, and Manny in your thoughts," said Maurer on Facebook , referring to the restaurant's owners. "I know my office and Slavic Village community will do everything in our power to help them rebuild."

Several fire companies responded to knock down the flames.

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