Post #643255 by VampiressRN on Sun, Jul 8, 2012 5:02 PM

Sadly the demise of themed restaurants is usually due to a drop in the overall quality, not the decor. Franchises are not always a safe investment. The competition for restaurants/bars is cut-throat and our current economy makes it very hard to keep business flowing and profits growing. Loyalty to a business is through the food, drink and service. When cut-backs occur, in order to maintain a profit, it becomes apparent to the frequent flyer and occasional patron. Soon the "menu change" "poor service" "lack of that old experience" diminishes the desire to engage in patronage and eventually that affects the business.

It is much more painful in the case of TV for Tikiphiles as most folks have a über appreciation for the decor, expectation for quality cocktails and great Polynesian food. When all of these items do not occur in unison, the tipsy factor drops and so does business. There is also the challenge of the urban sprawl, in that trekking a long distance is more of a challenge with increasing gas prices.

It is sad to hear that the Palo Alto TV is closing, can't say the local patriots haven't tried their best to provide decent patronage.