Please and Thank You Closes Frankfort Avenue Shop
The popular bakery has shuttered its location in the Clifton neighborhood of Louisville.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Please and Thank You has officially closed its shop on Frankfort Avenue in the Clifton neighborhood. The closure follows a series of financial challenges for the company.
Why it matters
The company has struggled to maintain profitability for several years, leading to significant structural changes. Management cited an ongoing lack of profitability since 2019 as a primary factor in the decision.
The company has not recorded profitability since 2019. This closure occurs following a June 2026 bankruptcy filing.
The players
Please and Thank You
Please and Thank You is a local business that operates multiple bakery and coffee shop locations in Louisville.
The details
A sign posted on the door confirmed the shop closure in the Clifton neighborhood. While this site has shuttered, Please and Thank You continues to operate its locations in NuLu and Prospect.
Timeline
The company ceased being profitable in 2019.
The company filed for bankruptcy in June 2026.
New owners were announced in September 2026 following the bankruptcy filing.
The Frankfort Avenue location closed in October 2026.
Market Landscape
The closure of the Frankfort Avenue store is a direct consequence of the June 2026 bankruptcy filing of Please and Thank You. This move represents a strategic consolidation as the company attempts to stabilize operations under new ownership.
Local customers in the Clifton neighborhood will no longer be able to visit this specific storefront for goods. Residents looking to support the business can still visit the remaining locations in NuLu and Prospect.
The takeaway
Businesses often undergo significant changes to their physical footprint when attempting to navigate long-term financial insolvency. Customers should verify operating hours at remaining locations, as chains frequently adjust service protocols during bankruptcy proceedings.
Further reading
Find more updates on business changes in the area on our Louisville Openings & Closings page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WLKY.
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