Shauna Steigerwald

ssteigerwald@enquirer.com

The Famous Neons Unplugged will get a new home next year.

Wellmann’s Brands hospitality group, which owns the Over-the-Rhine bar, announced Tuesday that its last day of service at its current location will be Dec. 17. (The bar's lease runs through Dec. 31.) Though the owners have not yet found a new space, they expect to reopen in 2017.

The group has operated Neons, which emphasizes craft beer and cocktails and features a large patio, at 208 E. 12th St. for almost seven years. Owners hope to find a new space that will allow for more indoor seating, a larger outdoor area, a kitchen and better access to parking.

Wellmann’s Brands properties include two other Over-the-Rhine businesses, Japp’s Since 1879 and Bottle & Basket, as well as Myrtle’s Punch House in Walnut Hills and Melt in Northside. The latter will also relocate in 2017.