The longtime Franklin Street resident, located at 431 W. Franklin St., was known for its varied vegetarian fare and unique atmosphere.
The restaurant has been in operation for more than 25 years and has always operated outside the confines of standard business.
Catherine Dowd, a one-time employee of the restaurant, had high praise for the establishment and its management.
"I worked (at Pyewacket) for about a year and a half in 1981. I've worked several waitressing jobs, and I can say (owner) David Bacon is a lot more easy-going and progressive than any other boss I've had," she said.
Dowd expressed sadness over Pyewacket's imminent closing.
"This was one of the only places where staff split tips. It was so progressive but still had a real family feel," she said. "It's always been there; you just always assumed that it would still be there."
Bacon could not be reached for comment by press time.
