...And we're off an running with the 2013 business counter. Last week it was 7-11 opening. This weeks it was Floyd's 99 Barbershop at 27 E. Harrison. Apparently they are offering 1/2 priced hair cuts in honor of their opening (unless the signs on the window are lying).
On another note, it looks like we may have our first closed business of 2013, Donna's Cafe (1255 S. State). While we aren't sure if they're permanently closed, the sign on their window isn't encouraging:
Donna's Cafe will be closed until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience.
We hope this isn't the case. While some complained about various things when Donna's initially opened in January of 2011, it seems like they found their groove (insert jazz pun here). Their yelp reviews were solid and they had a 4 star rating.
In terms of numbers, we've added 2 businesses and lost 1, which makes it seem like we're heading in the right direction. However, we would rather have one Donna's, then two 7-11's or Floyd's. Hopefully this isn't a permanent thing for Donna's...stay tuned!
(Hat tip: SY!)
The closing of Dona's saddens my wife & I. For the past couple years we have been going over on weekend nights, about once a month, to have soup or a roll and/or sandwich & listen to some wonderful jazz. I'm a musician myself & these groups were great. I especially liked the guest singers that came up & entertained. We got to know Dona & the musicians to some degree & are really sad to lose this experience.
ReplyDeleteA Capella is closed for "Remodelling"
ReplyDeleteWhy is eveyone spelling Donna with one n?
ReplyDeleteIt would be nice to know the reason she is closing is it because lack of business, personal reasons, or landlord difficulties.
ReplyDeleteDonna's is the worst. Bad food. Bad customer service. Couldn't be happier she is gone.
ReplyDeleteMore info about Donna's closing:
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Also, from her FB page:
"We will not be open for regular business BUT we will be available for private parties, meetings and events!"
We lived very close to Donna's and really liked the decor - well done and inviting. Unfortunately after a few visits we couldn't say the same about the service or the food.
ReplyDeleteDonna, if you're out there: if you take another shot at it - and I hope you do - You have to be more aware of your market. A "Healthy Alternative" doesn't mean bags of Doritos, cheesecakes or gumbos. That is unless they're low-fat, sugar free, vegan or some other food religion. A veggie sandwich on the menu doesn't cut it, you know?
I don't know about you guys - but the Jazz theme and live Jazz music didn't do much for me or any one else based on attendance on those nights. I'm sure Donna enjoyed herself and that's cool too.
One last thing about brand/marketing - if you're going to have family night, do something to entice a family to show up. A couple of board games didn't cut it for us. half price chocolate milk or something...
anyway...
We lived very close to Donna's and really liked the decor - well done and inviting. Unfortunately after a few visits we couldn't say the same about the service or the food.
ReplyDeleteDonna, if you're out there: if you take another shot at it - and I hope you do - You have to be more aware of your market. A "Healthy Alternative" doesn't mean bags of Doritos, cheesecakes or gumbos. That is unless they're low-fat, sugar free, vegan or some other food religion. A veggie sandwich on the menu doesn't cut it, you know?
I don't know about you guys - but the Jazz theme and live Jazz music didn't do much for me or any one else based on attendance on those nights. I'm sure Donna enjoyed herself and that's cool too.
One last thing about brand/marketing - if you're going to have family night, do something to entice a family to show up. A couple of board games didn't cut it for us. half price chocolate milk or something...
anyway...
The place was poorly run and the quality and pricing were horrible. Hence they had very few people who went their and no they are done. Rookie place. Looking forward to Floyd's. well run businesses do well here
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