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The trials and tribulations of making a new home for RigaTony's Restaurant
WE ARE MOVING!
That's right; RigaTony's has lived in Chandler on Arizona Avenue for fifteen years but as of March 23rd we will be moving five miles down the road to Tempe. Our lease is ending and we're taking this opportunity to find a location that addresses the suggestions you've made to us over the years. Our new location will have patio dining, seating for large parties, more convenient take out, an Italian market and will also address the top three complaints about RigaTony's; parking, parking and parking. The new location on the north east corner of Mcklintock and Warner will be closer for some of you and farther away for others, although easier to get to as it's just a mile off the 101 freeway.
As more and more of our guests have learned about the upcoming move I have been advised… no… make that threatened NOT to change our food. I am here to report to you that your message has been received. Our entire staff, together with our recipe books, kitchen equipment, pictures on the walls, the lights over your head, the seats you are sitting on and the menu you are now holding will be magically and seamlessly transported to our new home and I personally guarantee the Antipasto Salad will be just as delightful and the Baked RigaTony will taste just as delicious in Tempe as it does in Chandler.
I am generally not known as a sentimental person and my main focus is to protect the livelihood of my staff and move our business forward, but even in the throes of this move I am reminded of what an emotional landmark this business has been to many of our guests over the years; the first dates, anniversaries, weddings and special occasions of all kinds. The personal friends we've made that have visited us and shared their lives with us over the years. My own story as well as my father and inspiration Tony worked here as a host for many years before he passed away, as well as my two sons and two daughters. I met my wife Chrissy here as well, so even though I am engrossed in the details of this move, when people tell me to be careful not to disturb the essence of RigaTony's… I get it.
I invite you to make the move with us in March to our new home. Until then you can follow our progress here or if you really want to stay in touch send me an email at Rigatonys@cox.net and I'll send you a weekly update on the opening details. Just write Hello Mike in the subject line and you're done.
Thanks again for your patronage and hope to see you in Tempe!
Mike Lopercio
Thanks for reading -
As more and more of our guests have learned about the upcoming move I have been advised… no… make that threatened NOT to change our food. I am here to report to you that your message has been received. Our entire staff, together with our recipe books, kitchen equipment, pictures on the walls, the lights over your head, the seats you are sitting on and the menu you are now holding will be magically and seamlessly transported to our new home and I personally guarantee the Antipasto Salad will be just as delightful and the Baked RigaTony will taste just as delicious in Tempe as it does in Chandler.
I am generally not known as a sentimental person and my main focus is to protect the livelihood of my staff and move our business forward, but even in the throes of this move I am reminded of what an emotional landmark this business has been to many of our guests over the years; the first dates, anniversaries, weddings and special occasions of all kinds. The personal friends we've made that have visited us and shared their lives with us over the years. My own story as well as my father and inspiration Tony worked here as a host for many years before he passed away, as well as my two sons and two daughters. I met my wife Chrissy here as well, so even though I am engrossed in the details of this move, when people tell me to be careful not to disturb the essence of RigaTony's… I get it.
I invite you to make the move with us in March to our new home. Until then you can follow our progress here or if you really want to stay in touch send me an email at Rigatonys@cox.net and I'll send you a weekly update on the opening details. Just write Hello Mike in the subject line and you're done.
Thanks again for your patronage and hope to see you in Tempe!
Mike Lopercio
Thanks for reading -
Why no updates since March 4th? Is the new location open?
ReplyDeleteHey Mike
ReplyDeleteThanks for the last e-mail....we are planning
on coming your way this weekend probably Sat
with another couple looking forward to tasting
the new crab thingy....
On Menu....we had put in a suggestion when you
were still in Chandler at the old place for
"EGGPLANT ROLLATINI" any chance of that ever
being added to your menu?
We will be calling for reservations for Sat.
night.
Harry and Diann Boone