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Sounds like a story straight out of the Babylon Bee:
“New Mexican restaurant to open where 5 previous Mexican restaurants failed”
You aren’t suggesting that either of the previous restaurants in that location “failed”, are you? I mean, Capri is still going strong after 21 years at that spot and Marco’s was an institution for nearly 36.
Neither one is at that location today, which should make one ask why the next one at that location will have the magic formula.
Mainly, it’s humor. Relax.
Capri hasn’t been at the 54th steet location in at least 15 years, not for sure why this is even mentioned here. I know the owners and it’s been at Keystone for many years.
Because they WERE there for 21 years maybe and are part of the history of the place?
The author is simply providing some history. They were there indeed so why not mention it?
Actually 51 years
Craig, we always try to mention previous tenants of buildings in stories about real estate and retail. People typically recognize buildings based on their history, not their addresses. The fact that two successful restaurants previously called that location home over six decades was noteworthy.
I am very excited about the Shadow Lounge reopening this July in the former Marco’s space. This area is seeing a lot of new development and new businesses, and as a resident near the area – it’s highly welcomed and appreciated. There is still a lot of work to do from 46th and Keystone to 54th and Keystone, but it is happening slowly, but consistently. Looks like several office buildings are going to be razed soon, too. I grew up in this area when it was thriving in the late 60’s, 70’s and 80’s – so it is exciting to see the progress. I could make a list of buildings that are neglected, and that’s on the owners of the properties, but it would be welcomed to see the City of Indianapolis be more aggressive with negligent property owners. Here’s to The Shadow Lounge and all of the other new businesses opening and investing in our community.
It’s rare that a restaurant lasts decades at any single location, the challenges of management, labor, staying relevant compared to new competition, changing trends in menu offerings, etc. are difficult obstacles to overcome over time. It speaks volumes to the strength of the operators of Marcos and Capri that they made it work for so long and the strength of the location that the neighborhood supported for such a long period of time. Can’t wait to see Shadow Lounge hopefully have a similar run in the building.