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Tempe restaurant closures put city’s dining landscape in jeopardy

House of Tricks, The Vine have closed in recent weeks

The Tempe restaurant scene lost one of its biggest names in late June when House of Tricks closed its doors for the last time after 34 years. 

Owners Bob and Robin Trick had previously announced their plans to retire back in December 2021. 

“Knowing what House of Tricks means to us, and to so many in our community, has made this decision especially difficult. It's always hard to leave a business that you love and that has been so much a part of our lives and yours for over three decades,” the two said in a Facebook post announcing the news. 

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