Banker Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 9 minutes ago, emesde said: Had a walk down Ridgeway St this morning. Passed VIbe. Wouldn't have known it was a restaurant. It looks like a florists. Plants and shrubs completely cover the front and much of the pavement plus an old bike that seems to be the centrepiece of this green display I realise it sells plant based food but really this just looks ridiculous. I can fully understand why no one goes in. 🤣 It’s packed when open, if you’re a vegetarian then you know it’s there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Voice of Reason Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 32 minutes ago, Non-Believer said: But outside of those times/offers, @ £10+ is the going rate now for take out fish and chips anywhere, Bourne Plaice nor the Trawlerman any exception. It is indeed. It’s the same with Chinese and Indian takeaways. Once a cheap option now a treat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quilp Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 9 minutes ago, Banker said: It’s packed when open, if you’re a vegetarian then you know it’s there. Don't think he'll have any beef with that one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxanne Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 1 hour ago, emesde said: Had a walk down Ridgeway St this morning. Passed VIbe. Wouldn't have known it was a restaurant. It looks like a florists. Plants and shrubs completely cover the front and much of the pavement plus an old bike that seems to be the centrepiece of this green display I realise it sells plant based food but really this just looks ridiculous. I can fully understand why no one goes in. 🤣 I think Vibe has its own regular clientele and probably does't pick up a lot of additional business during the race weeks. That said, it's the only dedicated vegan place on the Island now and so, race weeks or not, if you're vegan and want a meal out then this is where you would head so it's disappointing to see that it's closed on the last bank holiday of the year when the Island is so busy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxanne Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 Similarly, here’s the other place in Ramsey earlier today with the name that no-one can remember. Bank Holiday Monday and with at least 300 people just 200 metres away waiting for the races to start and, it’s shut. Here’s the thing. If you want to shut on one of the busiest Mondays of the year then fine, but don’t whine on media outlets about not getting custom. 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxanne Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 1 hour ago, Mr Helmut Fromage said: He’s also Ramsey Commissioner - ARRRRFFFFFFF Deputy Chairperson no less, and who seems to spend a lot of time criticising other commisrioners who give up their spare time for no recompense in order to bring business to the town and who then, as you say complains about ‘losing money’ over it Anyone could be forgiven for thinking it’s personal. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slinkydevil Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 (edited) 15 minutes ago, Roxanne said: Similarly, here’s the other place in Ramsey earlier today with the name that no-one can remember. Bank Holiday Monday and with at least 300 people just 200 metres away waiting for the races to start and, it’s shut. Here’s the thing. If you want to shut on one of the busiest Mondays of the year then fine, but don’t whine on media outlets about not getting custom. Exactly this! With 'The Hutch' (which is excellent btw) having to shut because of position during races, this place could take that custom during racing/practices. Forget the chocolate truffles for a few days and serve some takeaway coffees and nice bacon/sausage baps etc - Hire someone to take a few flyers, and free samples the 50m it is to your customers. Even a good hearty soup or stew with nice bread rolls is mega profitable. Or moan at home and earn nothing. Edited August 28, 2023 by slinkydevil 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiVibes Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 1 hour ago, Roxanne said: Similarly, here’s the other place in Ramsey earlier today with the name that no-one can remember. Bank Holiday Monday and with at least 300 people just 200 metres away waiting for the races to start and, it’s shut. Here’s the thing. If you want to shut on one of the busiest Mondays of the year then fine, but don’t whine on media outlets about not getting custom. It's haunted by an old lady in an animal print top (how Ramsey is that!) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manxman1234 Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 7 minutes ago, HiVibes said: It's haunted by an old lady in an animal print top (how Ramsey is that!) And people wonder why businesses can fail when they not wiling to be open when it’s busy same with the sandwich place in old Ramsey bakery shop . Closed for bank holiday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheesypeas Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 2 hours ago, emesde said: Had a walk down Ridgeway St this morning. Passed VIbe. Wouldn't have known it was a restaurant. It looks like a florists. Plants and shrubs completely cover the front and much of the pavement plus an old bike that seems to be the centrepiece of this green display I realise it sells plant based food but really this just looks ridiculous. I can fully understand why no one goes in. 🤣 Went into Vibe for a meal a little while ago out of curiosity more than anything else. I love a steak as much as the next carnivore. Have to say I was surprised just how much I enjoyed the food. Really tasty burger. Will definitely go back. It was packed the night we were in. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarndyce Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 26 minutes ago, cheesypeas said: Really tasty burger Not the “Royale with Cheese”? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheesypeas Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 16 minutes ago, Jarndyce said: Not the “Royale with Cheese”? Jack fruit (whatever that is ) 😀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happier diner Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 45 minutes ago, cheesypeas said: Went into Vibe for a meal a little while ago out of curiosity more than anything else. I love a steak as much as the next carnivore. Have to say I was surprised just how much I enjoyed the food. Really tasty burger. Will definitely go back. It was packed the night we were in. You can take my turn. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mollag Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 How is it that veggies are so great, that so much effort is made to make them taste and look like meat products? 🤔 Ooo, this sirloin steak could easily be processed to look and taste like Ratatouille, said no one of my aquaintance 😖 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Colombe Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 To be vegetarian is a noble thing, and if presenting food as a meat substitute promotes such consumption then there's the reasoning right there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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