Tom’s Home Cookin’ closed

Tom’s Home Cookin’, Denver’s homage to Soul Food and Southern cuisine, closed Thursday after more than 16 years in business.

The decision by owners Steve Jankousky and Tom Unterwagner to close the iconic Five Points lunch-only eatery was a real estate move, according to Internet reports. The building has been sold to an undisclosed chef who will continue the space as a restaurant.

This note appeared on the building and on Twitter Thursday:

“Dear Friends,

We are excited to tell you that we have sold the restaurant property and Tom’s Home Cookin’ is closed. Thank you for your patronage, support and friendship over the past 16 1/2 years.

It’s been one hell of a ride! Tom & Steve”