Tom Schwartz & Tom Sandoval Are Closing Schwartz & Sandy's: "No Easy Way to Say This..."
The Vanderpump Rules business partners explain why they are closing their bar and restaurant after two years in business.
Two years after Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz opened the doors of their bar, Schwartz and Sandy's, the Vanderpump Rules business partners have announced they will close the business next month.
"There's no easy way to say this but after careful consideration, Greg, Tom and I made the decision to close Schwartz and Sandy's by the end of the year," Tom Schwartz wrote in a statement via Instagram on November 25. "This was not an easy conclusion. So this is our farewell tour. Let Tom & I host your holiday parties, birthdays, even a funeral for your lizard (rip Daug). It's a celebration so many of us working here have poured our hearts into over the last few years. Let's end this era on a high note and come on by, bring your friends, toast to the upcoming holidays, and let's manifest together a kick-ass New Year."
"There's some peace in knowing I gave my absolute all into S&S, fully committed with every fiber in my being," he continued. "To all the patrons who came in & supported us, showed me love every single night I was in there, you kept me going through some of the harder times. We got to celebrate so many meaningful moments; birthdays, honeymoons, promotional events, the list goes on. Just know we are so grateful, sharing your magic with us has been a true honor. To our incredible staff who are like family to us, our friends, and the many fans who have showed your support, we are forever indebted to you. Franklin Village is a magical place."
Why is Schwartz and Sandy's closing?
In a separate Instagram statement, Tom Sandoval that "other priorities" led to the decision.
"With a heavy heart, we've made the difficult decision to close Schwartz & Sandy's at the end of December," read the post. "This hasn't been an easy choice for my partners and me, but other priorities and commitments have taken hold. While this business venture has been an incredible stepping stone in my life, one I will always cherish, I look forward to exciting new endeavors."
"To our incredible staff and everyone who supported us along the way, you deserve the true recognition," he continued. "I can't thank you enough for your endless commitment to making Schwartz & Sandy's a place of everlasting memories."
What Tom Schwartz previously said about Schwartz and Sandy's closing
Amid rumors earlier this year that the bar was closing, Tom Schwartz told The Daily Dish that he was hopeful about the future of the business.
"I think we're in the midst of a bit of rebirth or a resurgence," he said in the February 2024 interview. "We have a newfound sense of camaraderie there. Me and my partners, Tom, Greg, we have momentum again. We're communicating clearly. I just feel like the vibes are different in there."
He went on to share how the team recently updated the space.
"We just installed a new sound system, and it wasn't cheap," he noted. "We're going to implement the music program we always talked about implementing. We want the music to be just as important a component as the food, and the drinks, and the customer service. So I'm really excited about that."
When is Schwartz and Sandy's closing?
Although Tom Schwartz and Tom Sandoval have yet to announce an exact closing date, both of their statements confirm it will happen before the end of 2024.
