Scapegoat closes in the Central West End

Scapegoat Tavern & Courtyard, the more casual arm of fine dining restaurant Scape in the Central West End, has closed its doors. The restaurant ceased operations after Memorial Day, according to Bob Koplar, general counsel for Koplar Properties, which owns the space.

Koplar said though the restaurant was just starting to grow and find its audience, menswear retailer Bonobos Guideshop expressed interest in the space.

“It was a pretty new restaurant, obviously. We only opened it about a year ago,” Koplar said. “It was going fine, and it wasn’t something we were in a hurry to close.”

Koplar said Bonobos’ concept fit well with Suitsupply, which is taking over the space currently occupied by 10denza at 44 Maryland Plaza. Bonobos Guideshop will open in the space later this year, hopefully by the holidays, after renovations have been completed.

“We thought it was a great opportunity to really cement this area as a retail destination, and it would be just a perfect complement to Suitsupply,” Koplar said.

Koplar said Scapegoat’s closure wouldn’t affect Scape, where he said executive chef Andrew Simon, who came onboard late last year, continues to bring new flare to the menu.

“He’s been doing a remarkable job in the kitchen,” Koplar said. “He’s got a lot of energy and passion behind him, and we’re really excited about what he’s been able to accomplish.”

Matt Sorrell is a staff writer at Sauce Magazine.