Front Street Cantina in downtown Naperville is closing its doors, a staff member at the restaurant confirmed.

Thursday was to be its last day of operation after being a staple in downtown Naperville for three decades. The staff member declined to give further details about why they were shutting their doors.

The news came as a shock to some Naperville residents, who recounted previous visits to the Mexican restaurant.

“I have been coming here for more than 10 years,” Naperville resident Lauren Bezdek said. “I have so many fond memories from high school and they have a wonderful team here so very sad to hear it. … One of my favorite things about downtown Naperville is this restaurant.”

Bezdek came to the restaurant for one last meal with her mom Thursday afternoon.

“When I’ve been here

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