Plymouth restaurant Bode’s Corned Beef House to close after 60+ years - Detroit Metro Times

Detroit's Beloved Corned Beef House to Close After Six Decades of Serving Community

Bode's Corned Beef House, a Plymouth institution since 1959, is set to close its doors after more than 60 years of serving generations of families. The news has left the community heartbroken, but the owners are grateful for the memories they've made and hope to reopen in another location.

The decision to close comes unexpectedly, with the owners stating that they were sold the building by new company, leaving them no choice but to shut down. Despite this, the owners express their love for the community, saying it's been an honor serving families over the years.

In a poignant message posted on social media, Bode's Corned Beef House asks customers to visit in the coming weeks and enjoy one last corned beef meal as a tribute to the restaurant's legacy. The owners will also be hosting a fundraising event from 4-8 pm on December 15 to support their laid-off staff.

The news has sparked an outpouring of tributes and well-wishes for the beloved eatery, which has been a staple in Plymouth for generations. While it remains to be seen whether Bode's will reopen under new ownership, fans are already saying goodbye to the restaurant that has brought so much joy and comfort to their lives.

Bode's Corned Beef House was more than just a restaurant – it was a gathering place, a comfort zone, where families have created countless memories over the years. Its closure is a reminder of the impermanence of life and the importance of cherishing every moment we have with loved ones.
 
I'm so sad to hear that Bode's Corned Beef House is closing after 60+ years 🤕😔... I mean, what's wrong with these new companies? Can't they just let people keep doing their thing without ruining everything? 🙄 Anyway, it's crazy that the owners are getting sold out like that. I remember when my grandma used to take me there for Sunday lunch back in the 90s... those corned beef sandwiches were epic! 😋 I feel for the staff, too - I hope they get some support from the community 🤞. Can you imagine a Plymouth without Bode's? It's just not right, man 🙅‍♂️.
 
omg u no how much i loved goin to bodes corned beef house lol like evry time i went ther it was like comin home 😂 my fam would always go ther 4 sunday dinners n stuff i remember gettin corned beef sandwiches 2go n watchin the patriots game on tv w/ my grandpa 🏈😊 it's so sad 2 hear its closin but at least dey r gonna reopen maybe? u gotta come thru 4 th bday fund raiser on dec 15th 4 de staff 👍💕
 
I don't usually comment but... I'm really saddened to hear that Bode's Corned Beef House is closing its doors after 60+ years of serving the community 😔. It's like losing a piece of history, you know? The memories they must be making by asking customers to come in for one last meal are truly special 🍴. As a local, I've grown up hearing stories about Bode's and how it was more than just a place to eat, but a gathering spot for families and friends 👫. Their decision to close is understandable given the circumstances, but it's still hard not to feel a little loss when you think about all the good times they must have seen over the years 🤗. I do hope they're able to reopen in another location or that their legacy lives on in some way 💕.
 
Man... this is sad news 🤕 . Sixty years is like, forever in culinary terms! I'm glad they're planning to open again elsewhere though, so some good memories aren't lost 💪. The way it went down, though? Yeah, that's just a bummer 🤔. It's crazy how a company can swoop in and change everything like that... it's hard not to think about all the staff who are going to be affected by this 😓.

I feel for the community, you know? Bode's was more than just a place to grab a bite - it was an institution 🙌. And I'm with them on hosting that fundraising event, supporting their staff is key 👍. It's weird thinking about Plymouth without that iconic sign, but at least the memories will live on 💕.
 
Man 😔... 60+ yrs that's like, forever! I remember when my grandparents used to take me there for Sunday lunch 🍴👪. The smell of corned beef and matzo ball soup still takes me back 🤯. It's crazy that it's closing down. I mean, the owners didn't have a choice or anything, but still... it's like losing a part of the community. I'm gonna make sure to stop by before they close for good 🕰️. The fundraising event sounds cool too 🎉. Maybe someone will pick up where Bode's left off and keep the legacy alive 👍?
 
ugh I'm gonna miss that place so much 🤕... I mean it was always bustling with people but in a good way you know? like it felt like a community thing, not just a restaurant... they've had so many customers over the years and now they're shutting down 😔. it's like one of those things where you don't even realize how much something means to you until it's gone. I remember going there with my family when I was a kid and just feeling so happy and full (not literally) haha... anyway, I hope the owners find new place soon and make everyone who is losing their favorite spot feel better 🤞
 
I'm totally bummed to hear that Bode's Corned Beef House is closing down 🤕 It's been a Plymouth institution for so long, what's gonna bring back memories & nostalgia like this? I mean, who doesn't love a good ol' fashioned corned beef sandwich? 🤤 The owners are doing the right thing by having one last hurrah & hosting that fundraising event on Dec 15. Fingers crossed they find a new location or someone buys 'em out so we can still get our fix of Bode's goodness 😊
 
🤕 u gotta be kiddin me! Bode's Corned Beef House closin down after 60+ yrs? what about all those ppl who got attached to it? i remember goin there as a kid, and now my kids are growin up without that place 🙅‍♂️ the owners should've seen this comin, but still... six decades is a long time, u would think they'd get some sorta heads up. all good tho, they're hostin a fundraiser so let's support 'em and show some love to Bode's legacy 😊
 
awww, its gonna be hard to see bodes close down 🤕 i mean, six decades is like, forever in foodie years lol, but at the same time, its super sad that they gotta shut down due to circumstances thats not exactly what u wanna hear about ur fave restaurant 😔 still, i love how the owners are trying to make it a thing by hosting a fundraiser and asking ppl to come back for one last meal 🍴 its like, cherish the memories while they can?
 
😔🥩 I'm literally crying thinking about Bode's Corned Beef House closing down after 60+ years 😭. I've had so many amazing meals there as a kid, it's like a part of my childhood is being taken away 🤕. The thought of never being able to have that perfect corned beef sandwich again is just too much 💔. They deserve all our love and support right now! 🤗 Can't believe this happened to them, especially during the holiday season when families are supposed to be together 🎄. Fingers crossed they can reopen in another location, but even if not, let's keep their memory alive by sharing all those wonderful Bode's stories 💬!
 
awww man... 60+ yrs is like forever 🙅‍♂️! i remember my grandma used to take me there when i was a kid, and we'd get corned beef sandwiches and laugh together for hours. it's crazy how places like that just disappear... it's not just about the food (although, let's be real, their corned beef is iconic 🤯), it's about the community they built and the memories people made there. i hope they can reopen in a new spot, but if not, i guess we'll just have to keep those old photos of grandma and me on the table as a reminder of happy times 😔
 
Man I'm so bummed to hear that Bode's Corned Beef House is closin' down 🤕...I mean, it's been a Plymouth staple for like forever! I remember goin' there with my family all the time when I was a kid, and now they're sayin' goodbye? It's just not right 😔. The owners are doin' the right thing by havin' one last bash though, that's so classy 🎉. And it's great to see the community comin' together like this, supportin' the staff who got laid off 💕. Yeah, Bode's might be closin', but I'm sure its memory will live on forever in our hearts ❤️.
 
omg u guys 🤕 i'm literally heartbroken about Bodes Corned Beef House closin down after 60+ yrs!!! 🤯 they're sellin the buildin to a new company & it's just not fair 😔 especially since they've been servin the community for so long... but at least they're hostin a fundraiser on Dec 15 so we can all support their laid off staff 💕 i remember goin there as a kid with my family & makin memories that will last a lifetime 📚 it's crazy how places like these can become part of our culture & history 🎉 anyway lets show some love to Bodes & wish 'em the best on this next chapter 🤞
 
🤕 this is so sad :( they've been serving that community for 60+ yrs and now its all gonna be gone ... i remember reading posts from ppl who grew up goin to bodes corned beef house with their fams and it was like a tradition ... the fact that they're hostin a fundraiser to help out the staff is really sweet tho 🤗 u never know if they'll reopen in another location, but either way its gonna be hard for ppl who are used to gettin their corned beef fix there 🥩
 
OMG, I'm literally heartbroken for this place 🤕... 60+ years of serving a community? That's crazy! Bode's Corned Beef House was more than just a restaurant to me - it was like, my go-to spot whenever I needed comfort food or just wanted to hang out with friends. I can imagine the owners are gutted about closing down, but at least they're being all gracious and stuff 🙏. And that fundraising event on Dec 15 is so sweet of them! Let's raise a hand (and some money) for their old staff 😊. Fingers crossed they might open up again in a new spot... wouldn't that be awesome?!
 
awww man, this breaks my heart 🤕... i mean, Bode's Corned Beef House has been around for so long and it's like a part of our family (in plymouth at least). six decades is a crazy amount of time and i'm sure the owners are going to miss it just as much as we're gonna miss having that place around. the fact that they had to close down 'cause some new company sold the building is super sad though 🤦‍♂️... but you gotta give 'em props for trying to reopen in another location and hosting a fundraiser for their laid-off staff - that's just really cool of them ❤️. i'm definitely gonna make sure to swing by one last time before it closes its doors for good, might even get some pics to commemorate the occasion 📸...
 
I'm so sad to hear about Bode's Corned Beef House closing down... 😔 I mean, 60+ years is like, forever! They've been serving that amazing corned beef for generations, it's crazy that they won't be able to keep doing it. The owners are really classy, though, trying to make the most of it and hosting a fundraiser for their staff - that's super nice of them 🙏. I'll definitely be stopping by for one last meal before it closes, can you even imagine not being able to get that corned beef sandwich anymore? 🤯 It's just another reminder that life is short, so let's all take some time to appreciate the good things while we can...
 
Ugh, can't believe Bode's Corned Beef House is closing after all those years lol I mean, I've been to that place like 5 times in my life & it always hits me like a ton of bricks what's gonna replace it? Hopefully the new owners keep the vibe going but if not, we'll just have to find another spot to get our corned beef fix 🤯😂
 
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