Memphis restaurateurs discuss recent closings
Lauren Walker (left) is general manager of the Majestic Grille at 145 S. Main, and Deni Reilly is co-owner. “We need to reembrace our city and the fun, funky, wonderful culture that we have here and the great restaurants we have,” Reilly said. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian)
As costs for food and labor rise, the owners of dining establishments see a slump in business. Customers facing their own money problems or fear of crime increasingly choose inexpensive fast-food options or eat at home.
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Sophia Surrett
Sophia Surrett is a University of Alabama graduate, where she received her B.A. in news media and M.A. in journalism and media studies. She covers small business, nonprofits, restaurant real estate, hospitality and tourism and manufacturing.
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