Work crews are swarming the former Empire Grill at 1435 Hertel Avenue preparing for the opening of “Mac’s.” Batavia restaurateur Mark Bohn along with Doug McKinnen purchased the 6,683 sq.ft., two-story building last June for $950,000.
Mac’s will be a “family-friendly sports pub.” A second level patio is under construction and will be similar to what is found at Pearl Street Grill downtown. The interior will feature an arched ceiling, central bar, and a relocated staircase.
Empire opened in 2005 and was closed by owner Nick Kotrides one year ago.