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Jake's and Cooper's Wine Bar Closes After 39 Years | Philadelphia News
After 39 years of serving Manayunk, Jake’s and Cooper’s Wine Bar is closing its doors on October 19th — the same day it opened in 1987, ironically on Black Monday. Owner Bruce Cooper, now 72, has long planned his exit, reflecting on how the restaurant industry has changed around him. From barbecue salmon to pandemic takeout and a popular wine wall, the spot adapted through decades, building deep community ties — even etched glasses for loyal patrons. His son, Bruce Joseph Cooper II, grew up behind the scenes and now runs the place. Despite rising costs and shifting habits, this farewell is…
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