A mainstay along the Yonkers waterfront for nearly two decades has closed.

As of Sept. 29, X2O Xaviars on the Hudson ended its 20-year license with the city, according to Yonkers mayor Mike Spano.

Spano says the restaurant played a significant role in the area's revitalization.

He says the city will announce an agreement with a premier five-star seafood restaurant to take over the property in the coming weeks.

In a statement, chef Peter Kelly said they were sorry to close, but were proud to support the city's schools, hospitals and nonprofit organizations that make an impact on people's lives.