The chef's flagship eatery joins a growing list of Deen's restaurants that have abruptly shut down.

Former Food Network star Paula Deen announced Friday the abrupt closure of the Savannah restaurant that launched her to fame.

Where is Paula Deen now? Former Food Network star’s life 12 years after scandal explored amid restaurant closures Story by Shreya Ghosh • 2w Paula Deen (Image via Getty) ...

Deen ran The Lady & Sons restaurant with her two sons, Jamie and Bobby Deen, for about 30 years. The Food Network canceled her show, “Paula’s Home Cooking,” in 2013.

The Lady & Sons restaurant in Savannah, Georgia, owned by Paula Deen and her family, permanently closed on July 31, 2025. The Deen family cited plans to focus on their Paula Deen's Family Kitchen ...

In a shocking move, Paula Deen has abruptly closed her Savannah-based restaurant after 36 years. She is focusing now on her Family Kitchen chain.

Paula Deen has announced the closure of two of her Georgia eateries, including her 'flagship restaurant' The Lady & Sons.

Paula Deen closes two Georgia eateries but keeps Tennessee spots open A Facebook post from one of Deen's restaurants said she'll also continue to operate a restaurant she owns in Nashville.

Former Food Network star Paula Deen announced Friday the abrupt closure of the Savannah restaurant that launched her to fame with its menu of fried chicken, banana pudding and other indulgent South… ...