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Iconic Winnipeg restaurant to close its doors

It was one of the first restaurants in Winnipeg to offer fast food.  But in January 2013, Kelekis Restaurant will be closing its doors.

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The iconic restaurant posted on its website Thursday that owner Mary Kelekis is approaching her 88th birthday. The family-owned eatery has been at the corner of Main Street and Redwood Avenue for 81 years.

The Kelekis Restaurant is known for its hot dogs, burgers and chips. Its wall-of-fame features a number of celebrity diners.

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