Grill / Pub Coming to Former Bonnie Bell's

POSTED 2/11/09

The building that has just been vacated by Bonnie Bell's Bistro on Brook Ave. (across St. Mary from Old Tyme Grocery) will soon be home to a new grill / pub. Papa Mello's is aiming to open up in April. Some folks working on the building told me they'll offer burgers, sandwiches and salads - and beer! Due to a location with nearby residential neighbors - Papa Mello's will close at midnight, Monday - Saturday.

If I owned the place, I'd work 24/7 to get something open for Mardi Gras - in just a few days, thousands of possible future customers will be spending lots of time on the nearby parade route on foot. But then again, they may be waiting on a liquor license. No doubt, the owners are hoping to cash in on the big UL lunch crowd. Before becoming Bonnie Bell's (which moved Downtown late last year), the building on Brooke Ave. used to be Gallagher's (now on University near McKinley). I'll keep you updated as to when they open.

UPDATE 5/7/09 - Still not open, but there is a sign that says "now hiring."