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Bloody nubs, that’s what my fingers are
Spent Saturday in northern Ohio interviewing a winery owner and tasting some VERY intriguing wines. More on that later. For now, take a look at this package of stories that ran in the business pages of this morning’s Dayton Daily News, and the rather robust conversation it has triggered among our web readers who dine out at local restaurants:
— Are national chains starving independents?
— Chain-vs.-independent restaurant rivalry happening all over
See, I wasn’t kidding about the “bloody nubs” part …
When you’re deciding where to eat, do you take into consideration whether it’s a chain or independent restaurant? Why or why not?
Thanks for reading, and cheers!
Mark Fisher
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By jessica
March 19, 2007 10:23 PM | Link to this
Freedom of choice is priceless. There are people who spend their money at WalMart, CVS, Staples, and TGIFriday’s. There are people who spend their money at Dorothy Lane Market, Clark’s Mr. Prescription, Marco’s Paper and Meadowlark. In the end, you’re still broke. But seriously, we all have issues that are important to us. As a small business owner, fellow small businesses are important to me. I’m thankful for the people that spend their money the way I try to. In town.
By TJ
March 19, 2007 12:41 PM | Link to this
My wife and I live in Sacramento, CA. There is a growth over the past couple of years of more and more independent resturants (And Wine Bars!) popping up. I was in a touring band for a while and a rule the band has sticks with me when I travel for work or with my wife: “Don’t eat anywhere you can eat at when at home.” Now I have had a few execeptions like Legal Seafood and other places that I don’t have locally which are national chains.
By Paul
March 19, 2007 8:51 AM | Link to this
We always try to go to local restaurants, especially when traveling (business or pleasure). I always do a little research either on the web or in books (like Zagat’s) prior to traveling to find an appealing local restaurant. Most local restaurants will use local ingredients and foods which truly gives you a feel for the area or region you are visiting.
By Roger
March 19, 2007 6:33 AM | Link to this
We do take into account whether a restaurant is a national chain or a local independent. Try to only patronize the local guys. The Winds is our favorite. And Cuvee, albeit a wine bar, has the best small plates in the valley. We use the chains when we travel, which is quite a bit, because we know what we will be getting.