Subtitle: Current owners announce July 3 as the final day to redeem gift certificates, with new ownership expected July 6
Pat Dee’s, a longtime gathering spot in the Nordonia Hills area, is preparing to change hands once again. The current owners shared an emotional farewell message with customers this week, announcing that a sale is in progress and that new owners are expected to take over on July 6.
Pat Dee’s, a longtime gathering spot in the Nordonia Hills area, is preparing to change hands. The current owners shared a heartfelt message with customers this week, announcing that a sale is in progress and that new owners are expected to take over on July 6.
The announcement marks a major transition for a place that many in the community have come to think of as more than just a bar.
More Than a Bar
In their message to customers, the owners described Pat Dee’s as a place built on laughter, celebrations, friendships, and memories. They expressed deep gratitude for the loyalty and support shown by the community over the years, saying that many of their patrons had become like family.
The bar has long held a special place in the neighborhood. Back in 2018, Nordonia Hills News introduced readers to the Erben family when they took over ownership of Pat Dee’s with a vision of preserving what they called the “olde town flavor” of the establishment while bringing fresh energy and a family friendly approach to the menu and atmosphere. Now the baton is being passed once again.
What Customers Need to Know
The owners are asking anyone holding a gift certificate to use it before July 3, which will be the final day those certificates can be redeemed under the current ownership. After that date, the transition is expected to move forward.
If plans hold, the new owners will officially take over on July 6.
The current owners say they hope to see familiar faces in the coming days so they can share a few more moments together before this chapter comes to a close.
A Look Back
The photo accompanying this article is from years ago, back when the Erben family first shared their story with Nordonia Hills News and their excitement for what Pat Dee’s could become. That story, full of family dreams and community spirit, is now passing the torch to whoever comes next.
Pat Dee’s remains a fixture in the community. Whatever the next chapter holds, the current owners are leaving behind a legacy of warmth and connection that clearly meant everything to them.
