Oh, For Real?
Bittersweet news (that’s mostly bitter): Sidedish reported yesterday that Cliff Cafe will be closing its doors for a major overhaul. They’ll open again in September, redesigned and with a “brand-new concept.” While the press release Sidedish reposted didn’t mention any details about this new concept, Observer’s City of Ate blog reports it’s going to be an “semi-upscale barbecue joint.” Meh.
This could be an exciting development; it has the lure of the unknown. However, it’s a little disheartening because, well… I like Cliff Cafe. Their pork shanks will change your life (and I don’t even like pork). Looking back through our archives, I cannot believe we didn’t review them. Now it looks like we won’t get the chance. We’ll definitely check out the new restaurant, whatever it’s called then, and fill you in. Until September, we’re crossing our fingers…