by Emilie Knieriem » Fri Feb 27, 2015 1:00 pm
Jason you beat me to the punch in posting our news. Yes you are correct 60 West is closing, however I do want to clarify that the reason behind closing...actually selling...is not need based but rather want based. The opportunity presented itself and also gave us the opportunity to be a part of a well established, respectful, accomplished restaurant which I thought was a very intelligent business decision for my family at this time in our lives. My husband has put his blood, sweat and tears into this place literally and we have gone through various changes through our 12 + years. Having started this business as a small coffee shop /cafe while still a junior in college I feel proud of what the business eventually grew into. I learned SO much through the process, including people WILL take advantage of you, especially when you are young and naive, and unfortunately even your closest friends when given the opportunity will as well. That being said we are proud to be closing the doors when business is better than ever, but at the end of the day with a 3 yr old and now 1 week old at home realize family is more important and this is an opportunity we can't pass up. Thank you to all of you who have been positive through our growth, and understanding that this business, or should I say lifestyle, is not one we knew prior to opening our doors 12 years ago. We will be open through tomorrow night and will have some old employees moonlighting along with a big party to close this chapter of our life out. Again thanks for all the support throughout the years!
Regards,
Emilie Knieriem
60 West Bistro & Martini Bar
3939 Shelbyville Rd.
Louisville, KY 40207
www.60westbistro.com