NEW: Hanley's Ale House Closing in Downtown Providence UPDATED

NEW: Hanley's Ale House Closing in Downtown Providence UPDATED

Hanley's Ale House, located in downtown Providence, is closing.

"To all our loyal friends and customers, and Providence nightlife fans: as of today we have closed our doors permanently. We appreciate all the support over the years, thank you all," wrote Hanley's in a Facebook post. 

The location at 52 Pine Street had previously had been McFadden's, before Hanley's took over the space five years ago.

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The closure marks the latest in a number of restaurant departures in Providence and Rhode Island in recent months. 

As GoLocal reported in December, "13 Restaurants That Recently Closed in RI - Natural Progression or a Trend?"

With restaurants closing in Rhode Island lately -- is it just the natural business trend or is there an emerging pattern?

Are there a few too many restaurants in the state for the one million residents, plus tourists -- or is the natural lifecycle of some restaurants?

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A representative from Hanley's on Wednesday confirmed the cigar bar portion of Hanley's will remain open. 

This story was first published 2/13/19 4:10 PM Update Weds 8:12 PM.