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Doug Katz's Zhug returns to take-out only amid surge in covid-19 cases

The restaurant did not confirm a date for re-opening.

CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio — *Editor's Note: The video in the player above is from a previous report. 

UPDATE: The restaurant is now temporarily closed with takeout services expected to resume Dec. 29. CLICK HERE for the full update.

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Original story:

As the state of Ohio continues to see a surge in positive COVID-19 cases, one local restaurant is taking action to slow the spread of the disease.

On Saturday, Doug Katz's Zhug announced that because of the surge it is transitioning to take-out only services, halting its dine-in services.

"We want to make sure we are doing out part to ensure the safety of our team and community, " the restaurant said in a social media post. 

The change went into effect Saturday, December 18.  

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The popular restaurant is moving forward with the change for the "next several weeks," and does not have a set date for the return of its dine-in services. 

"We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your continued support," the post concluded. 

According to its website, " Zhug is a new concept by chef Douglas Katz that offers Middle Eastern Mezze in a casual, high energy urban space at Cedar Fairmount in Cleveland Heights."

Zhug is located at 12413 Cedar Rd in Cleveland Heights. 

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*Editor's Note: The video in the player above is from a previous report. 

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