While news broke out last year that Ella’s Deli and Ice Cream Parlor in Madison would be closing, the iconic ice cream restaurant confirmed it yesterday with a Facebook post: “It is with sad hearts that we announce that Ella’s Deli will be closing at our current location. It has been our privilege to be a part of the Madison community for 42 years.”
The note stated that the restaurant’s last day will be “around January 21st,” and owners Ken and Judy Balkin hope the restaurant can continue on in a new location and with a new direction.
The property, including the iconic carousel, is listed for sale by the Oakbrook Corp. for $1.2 million, down from its original asking price of $1.4 million.
