A small town in Southeast Minnesota seems to be showing up in the news quite a bit lately. First, we heard that one of its residents is appearing on the National singing competition "The Voice". The latest news isn't as joyful. Unfortunately, it appears that a restaurant has closed suddenly.
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Abrupt Closure For Restaurant in Southeast Minnesota
Years ago, I lived in the small town of Kasson, Minnesota. I was even part of the Kasson Chamber of Commerce and had the opportunity to meet a lot of great people while I lived in that community. I also was a very frequent visitor to a restaurant called Daniel's.
For over 40 years, Daniel's served the Kasson community and it was so sad to see it close for good in 2020. Unfortunately, this spot has had quite the turnover since.
The Smokin' Silverback Now Closed in Kasson, Minnesota
It's never a good sign when a handwritten note is placed on the front doors of a business. Just a few weeks ago, I drove by the old At Home location in Rochester and saw the handwritten words indicating that the store was officially closed.
Today, another handwritten note is on the front door of The Smokin' Silverback at 504 S. Mantorville Ave. S in Kasson, Minnesota.
We are permanetly closed at this location. Thank you for the memories! - The Smokin Silverback
While the sign and Google do indicate that the Smokin' Silverback is closed, thanks to some additional information our team collected, it appears that this wasn't just a closing - this restaurant was told to leave.
Judgment Filed Against The Smokin' Silverback
According to a judgment filed on September 9th, 2025, it appears that a court ruled in favor of the landlord and The Smokin' Silverback was told to vacate the property at 504 S. Mantorville Avenue in Kasson.
"Defendant agrees to the entry of a Judgment in favor of Plaintiff for recovery of the leased premises and issuance of a writ of recovery stayed until 11:59 PM on September 18, 2025. The defendant shall vacate the premises on or before 11:59 PM on September 18, 2025 and if he fails to do so the Plaintiff shall be entitled to issuance of a writ of recovery upon filing of an affidavit of non-compliance by the Plaintiff’s attorney, Frank J. McAnulty. Plaintiff shall be entitled to its allowable costs in the amount of $645.00"
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