09/08/2025
Saying goodbye to Village Tavern & Grill is one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. Truthfully, I’m not ready—but I know it’s time. This place has been so much more than a restaurant. It’s been a family, a community, and a home filled with countless memories. I am beyond grateful to have been part of this journey with all of you.
From the very beginning, our purpose was simple: to make a difference. And because of our incredible staff and loyal guests, I truly believe we’ve done that—together. Your support has allowed us not only to serve food and share laughter, but also to reach beyond these walls and help people across the world. That’s a blessing we will carry with us forever.
And here’s a number that still amazes me: over the past 32 years, you’ve enjoyed approximately 9,400,798 orders of our World Famous Chicken Fingers! But the real number that matters can’t be counted—the friendships, the stories, and the love that’s been shared here.
As we close this chapter, I want to leave you with the lyrics of one of my favorite Jimmy Buffett songs. If you’d like to hear it, just click the link at the bottom. His words capture the spirit of this moment better than I ever could.
With love and tremendous gratitude,
The Hutson Family
Amelia, Gregory, Alexis, RC, and J.R.
May God bless you and your families, as He has so richly blessed ours. We pray the memories and friendships built here will continue to bring joy, love, and light into your lives.
LOVELY CRUISE
Written by: Jonathan Baham
Performed by Jimmy Buffett
Drink it up, this one's for you
It's been a lovely cruise
I'm sorry it's ending, oh it's sad, but it's true
It's been a lovely cruise
These moments we're left with
May you always remember
These moments are shared by few
There's wind in our hair and there's water in our shoes
It's been a lovely cruise
"So let's cruise'"
Ohhh, these moments we're left with
May you always remember
These moments are shared by few
And those harbor lights, lord, they're coming into view
We'll bid our farewells much too soon
So drink it up, this one's for you
It's been a lovely cruise.it's been a lovely cruise.
Indeed, it has been a Lovely Cruise. ~RC & J.R.
Provided to YouTube by Universal Music GroupLovely Cruise · Jimmy BuffettChanges In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes℗ 1977 UMG Recordings, Inc.Released on: 19...