Another beloved small business has closed in the wake of COVID-19. Jimmy’s Diner (577 Union Ave.) announced this month that the local restaurant would close for good. And yes, “The pandemic is absolutely the reason we closed,” says Blair Papagani, owner of Jimmy’s Diner.
Jimmy’s diner paused service in mid-March, when Governor Cuomo put New York State on PAUSE. “I had no doubt we would reopen,” says Papagani. At the time, she was beginning remote…
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This Brooklyn staple will be so missed. It’s places like this that build a community and keep us connected.
Gonna miss y’all! We love Jimmy’s
I have never been to this location but did go several times to the one they had in Greenpoint on Calyer St and that closed to, many hrs. ago.
It was a great restaurant, great location, great people, great ambience like a small farm house.
They put in Ma Tante an upscale, gourmet, destination restaurant. Unless you are rich you need a loan from a bank to pay the bill.
My boyfriend and I work opposite schedules so we are rarely able to visit a bar or restaurant together, so while I’m sad for all the businesses that are closing, none has felt personal – until Jimmy’s. Good food, good heart – good vibes, good music, every time!! Our favorite place. RIP Jimmy’s and good luck to the owners and staff. <3
I am disappointed that my favorite restaurant closed for goods , let hope it will be open in the future or somewhere please let us know as we will definitely come back for regular;)
Any word on a reopening of Jimmy’s?