Motorcycle Cafe / Club Destinantion

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Seen a few in the USA (twisted throttle comes to mind) where a motorcycle business has put in a café / bar on the same property to make it a good riding destination.
I'm sure they can also become an issue if/when booze is served, but still a novel idea. Have not seen or heard of any in Ontario, do they exist here?
Would always be enjoyable to have a (motorcycle themed) destination to ride out to to meet other riders, grab some food and or parts/gear and chit chat.

I'm sure with our limited season it is not viable..
 
Jampy00 said:
Seen a few in the USA (twisted throttle comes to mind) where a motorcycle business has put in a café / bar on the same property to make it a good riding destination.
I'm sure they can also become an issue if/when booze is served, but still a novel idea. Have not seen or heard of any in Ontario, do they exist here?
Would always be enjoyable to have a (motorcycle themed) destination to ride out to to meet other riders, grab some food and or parts/gear and chit chat.

I'm sure with our limited season it is not viable..
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Isn’t flying squirrel downtown trying to be a go to cafe?
 
Awesome, I would not consider downtown a riding "destination" But appreciate the replies!
 
You know, Some "bike related" places have big parking lots, I would love to a see a (decent) food vendor truck/cart outside selling some tasty taco's, burgers or sausages.. :unsure:
 
Jampy00 said:
Only open until 4pm... :cry:
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When your business model relies on selling things to people that do not work during the day I am concerned about the viability of the business. On the other hand the Kardashians are worth billions so ignore my business advice because I wouldn't hire them to work retail.
 
My cut-off for caffeine is about noon so I'm good.
 
bigsix said:

Lipo Lounge | All Things Alcohol

www.blackdicecafe.com www.blackdicecafe.com

Anybody been?
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Looks funky, I like it. But as soon as I see Toronto.... :cautious:

LBV said:
My cut-off for caffeine is about noon so I'm good.
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OMG are you 80? :ROFLMAO:

GreyGhost said:
When your business model relies on selling things to people that do not work during the day I am concerned about the viability of the business. On the other hand the Kardashians are worth billions so ignore my business advice because I wouldn't hire them to work retail.
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If I am reading you reply correctly. I agree. While I know everyone deserves a life, I find it odd that a business is only open when the majority of potential customers are at their own jobs. (or used to be) Perhaps they do well with online sales?
 
Not 80 but also not Italian ... they can drink espressos here at work mid-afternoon and still sleep. Me? Not a chance.

Here's my look in bed that night if I do the same: :oops:
 
LBV said:
Not 80 but also not Italian ... they can drink espressos here at work mid-afternoon and still sleep. Me? Not a chance.

Here's my look in bed that night if I do the same: :oops:
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HAHA... I can drink coffee all day/night. my issue isn't caffeine it's having to pee...
 
I can drink coffee 3 hours before and still sleep
I must be sicilian
 
bigpoppa said:
I can drink coffee 3 hours before and still sleep
I must be sicilian
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I can fall asleep anywhere at anytime, caffeine or no. Also only need 4 hrs to be functional
 
Jampy00 said:
Seen a few in the USA (twisted throttle comes to mind) where a motorcycle business has put in a café / bar on the same property to make it a good riding destination.
I'm sure they can also become an issue if/when booze is served, but still a novel idea. Have not seen or heard of any in Ontario, do they exist here?
Would always be enjoyable to have a (motorcycle themed) destination to ride out to to meet other riders, grab some food and or parts/gear and chit chat.

I'm sure with our limited season it is not viable..
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I always look at a destination establishment like the ACE Cafe in London (UK) as the model for a successful motorcycle themed cafe/bar.

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It's quite remarkable that it's done so well: Although London doesn't get a lot of snow in the winter, it does get quite wet, grey and dreary, so it's not south-of-Spain weather all year round. It's also located out in the middle of nowhere, not near any tourist urban areas, nor are there any good riding roads near it.

But it does have a long and almost-mythical history behind it. And they've opened it up to non-motorcycle meet-ups as well. Car clubs regularly hold show and shines there, which help it along during the slow periods. Branding and playing up it's pre-war history is huge, they've opened up franchises in Germany, China, Spain and Florida, not sure how well those cafes are doing.

I think any motorcycle cafe in northern climates will have to reach out to non-motorcycle clientele to keep it afloat during the winter months: a gearhead-oriented establishment that caters to car guys as well, maybe snowmobilers/snowbikers if it's located north of the snowbelt.

Biggest drawback IMO is the NIMBY attitude against motorcyclists in Ontario. I'm sure a bike-themed cafe that draws traffic to where cottagers go to for peace and quiet will face a lot of pressure from locals to enforce by-laws against congestion and noise.

It sure would be nice to have something like the ACE Cafe in SW Ontario though!
 
Lightcycle said:
I always look at a destination establishment like the ACE Cafe in London (UK) as the model for a successful motorcycle themed cafe/bar.

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It's quite remarkable that it's done so well: Although London doesn't get a lot of snow in the winter, it does get quite wet, grey and dreary, so it's not south-of-Spain weather all year round. It's also located out in the middle of nowhere, not near any tourist urban areas, nor are there any good riding roads near it.

But it does have a long and almost-mythical history behind it. And they've opened it up to non-motorcycle meet-ups as well. Car clubs regularly hold show and shines there, which help it along during the slow periods. Branding and playing up it's pre-war history is huge, they've opened up franchises in Germany, China, Spain and Florida, not sure how well those cafes are doing.

I think any motorcycle cafe in northern climates will have to reach out to non-motorcycle clientele to keep it afloat during the winter months: a gearhead-oriented establishment that caters to car guys as well, maybe snowmobilers/snowbikers if it's located north of the snowbelt.

Biggest drawback IMO is the NIMBY attitude against motorcyclists in Ontario. I'm sure a bike-themed cafe that draws traffic to where cottagers go to for peace and quiet will face a lot of pressure from locals to enforce by-laws against congestion and noise.

It sure would be nice to have something like the ACE Cafe in SW Ontario though!
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Looks fantastic!

I agree, wishful thinking that it would be successful in Ontario. It it was we'd already have a few.
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