Wein-O-Rama closes

 

CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) — An iconic staple in Cranston has reportedly closed.

Wein-O-Rama opened on Oaklawn Avenue in 1962 for breakfast, lunch, and of course – hot wieners.

ABC 6 news crews observed the “closed” sign on the window during normal business hours.

Little Rhody Wieners and Hot Dogs, a Rhode Island manufacturer of weiners, shared a Facebook message today wishing the owners, George and Ernie Sotarikos, a great retirement.

“It was our pleasure doing business with you for all these years,” they stated.

Sad news

 The Weiner Genie will close on Feb. 3.2023

The business noted that the past several years have been very difficult.

Staffing has been an issue, as well as the owner's personal health.

"COVID definitely made things very challenging for all of us. The current work climate has been very difficult to navigate and without sufficient staff and without sufficient support in the kitchen it fell more heavily on me to pick up the slack. I did so but at a cost," the post said. "After after much discussions with our family, we have made the difficult decision to close."

Weiner Genie thanked customers for their loyalty.