Recent comments in /f/WorcesterMA

colb_E t1_iwdaz4m wrote

Reply to Maddie's closing by Mentalcasemama

All the other recent closings sorta make sense but this place was always busy and their food was phenomenal. Don't understand it.

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radzioplx t1_iwd9t9o wrote

Reply to Maddie's closing by Mentalcasemama

It is due to Covid relief funds. Businesses received thousands $$ in relief. If they stay open, they have to pay it all back. If they close, and re-open somewhere else... no repayment needed

It's not due to the ballpark.

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5rsch1mm31 t1_iwd4rch wrote

Reply to Maddie's closing by Mentalcasemama

Its possible that the landlords upped the rent when the ballpark came in, recognizing that the area was being more attractive- but the revenue might not have ever grown to cover the higher rent. I don’t believe the parking issue.

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Antelope-Freeway t1_iwd1hwz wrote

Reply to Maddie's closing by Mentalcasemama

I’ve been a regular weekend customer at Maddie’s for well over a year. Great bartenders, great food, great beer selection. This is sad news. Over the past couple of months, Worcester public market has seemed to have fewer customers.

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sunshinepills t1_iwd0df2 wrote

Reply to comment by SmartSherbet in The Canal District bloodbath continues - Maddi’s Cookery to close after four years. by guybehindawall

I said this in another thread reply, but FWIW I disagree with the notion of "if I am going somewhere I must be able to park RIGHT out front or I will no longer go", especially in a city like Worcester where there are SO many low-cost parking options less than a quarter mile from....anywhere really. Even for folks who don't drive or choose not to, I know the WRTA sucks but Uber/Lyft are also insanely reasonable in Worcester.

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sunshinepills t1_iwd03y2 wrote

Reply to comment by your_city_councilor in The Canal District bloodbath continues - Maddi’s Cookery to close after four years. by guybehindawall

I definitely agree with you, and FWIW I disagree with the notion of "if I am going somewhere I must be able to park RIGHT out front or I will no longer go", especially in a city like Worcester where there are SO many low-cost parking options less than a quarter mile from....anywhere really.

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