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The Kopper Top, one of Grand Rapids west side institutions for 42 years, closed its doors on May 26, 2012.

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The Kopper Top closes after 42 years

Weak economy blamed for closure

Updated: Wednesday, 30 May 2012, 12:42 PM EDT
Published : Saturday, 26 May 2012, 11:40 PM EDT

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - It has been a Grand Rapids west side institution for more than four decades. but on Saturday The Kopper Top closed it doors for the final time.

The owner of the restaurant says he's struggled to keep his business open due to the weak economy.  However, he says he'll miss the everyday interaction with his customers and the relationships he's developed with them over the years.

The business had been operating in Grand Rapids for 42 years.

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