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401 Main Closes After 5 Years Amid Financial Struggles

1/29/2025

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401 Main, a bar and restaurant in Carrboro, will close permanently after February 4, 2024.
Owners Chris and Emily Baldwin shared the news on Facebook, marking five years of operation.
Financial struggles, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, led to the closure despite a GoFundMe campaign.
In its last days, 401 Main will feature food and drink specials for patrons.

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Story summary

401 Main, a bar and restaurant in Carrboro, will close permanently after February 4, 2024.
Owners Chris and Emily Baldwin shared the news on Facebook, marking five years of operation.
Financial struggles, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, led to the closure despite a GoFundMe campaign.
In its last days, 401 Main will feature food and drink specials for patrons.