The Dock restaurant in downtown Stillwater, which overlooks the St. Croix River, will close permanently on Feb. 23.

The owners of the restaurant shared the news in a post on the restaurant’s website.

“It is with a heavy heart that we announce The Dock will be closing, with our last day of service on Feb. 23,” the owners wrote. ““The past three years have been nothing short of amazing.”

The Dock, previously known as The Dock Cafe, was closed for two years due to COVID. It reopened in June 2022 under new management and with a new menu.

“Having the opportunity to reopen The Dock … has been an absolute honor,” the owners wrote. “We’ve loved every moment — serving you, celebrating with you, and creating unforgettable memories on the river. Stillwater, you are truly the best. This place holds so much history and heart, and we can only hope the next chapter for The Dock is just as incredible.”

Owner John Koch did not immediately return a phone call seeking comment.

The restaurant, located at 425 E. Nelson St., was a former car wash that the late architect Mike McGuire transformed into a restaurant.

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