Bari Pork Store in Bensonhurst set to close at end of month

Jun 09, 2025 38

Another Bensonhurst fixture is saying goodbye. After decades in the neighborhood, Bari Pork Store, 6319 18th Ave., will be closing for good June 30. They are known as “King of the Sausage” and “The last real Salumeria on 18th Avenue,” with its meats and cookies, heroes and other Italian delicacies. Co-owners Tony Turrigiano and George Firrantello made the announcement on their Facebook and Instagram pages.

“It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the closing of Bari Pork store after more than 37 years of operation, we have made the difficult decision to close our doors,” the statement read. “The current state of the steadily decreasing customer patronizing our store, inflation, and the cost of products to stock the store have all contributed to the decision to close.

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SOURCE: https://brooklynreporter.com

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