Safi Wine Bar to Close Doors on Republic Street
The Over-the-Rhine establishment will officially cease all operations on November 7, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Safi Wine Bar announced that it will permanently close its doors on November 7, 2026. The business, which serves customers on Republic Street in Cincinnati, will end its tenure after two years of operation.
Why it matters
The closure marks the end of a two-year run for the wine bar in a space that was previously home to the restaurant Salazar. The owners confirmed the upcoming departure through a formal announcement on Instagram.
Safi Wine Bar operated in its current space for exactly two years before announcing its closure. The business will conclude its service period on November 7, 2026.
The players
Safi Wine Bar
A wine-focused establishment located on Republic Street in Cincinnati.
Salazar
A former restaurant that previously occupied the physical space where Safi Wine Bar is currently located.
The details
Located in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, the wine bar occupies the space formerly housing the restaurant Salazar. Management shared the news of the impending shutdown via social media.
Timeline
Safi Wine Bar opened in the space in 2024.
The final day of service is scheduled for November 7, 2026.
Market Landscape
The closure of the current occupant in the Salazar restaurant space follows a historical pattern of high-turnover hospitality real estate in Over-the-Rhine. This transition marks the latest shift for a commercial site that has hosted multiple distinct dining and beverage concepts.
Patrons wishing to visit Safi Wine Bar for the last time have until the evening of November 7, 2026, to do so. After this date, the Republic Street location will no longer be available for service.
The takeaway
When local businesses announce permanent closures, customers should monitor social media pages for final service details and special closing events. Keeping tabs on these platforms ensures you do not miss the final opportunity to support the establishment before it ceases operations.
Further reading
For more updates on local storefront changes, visit Cincinnati Openings & Closings.
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