Lorenzo stood in front of the building and
wrestled with his heart. After two hours,
he came to the realization that there
was no better place to start something
new than at home where he had friends,
family, and the support of his community.
In September 2009, Lorenzo opened
for business at his French-style café he
named Downtown Bistro and Catering.
With a menu that offers delicious
sandwiches, wraps, paninis, and fresh
salads in a warm atmosphere, Lorenzo
offers customers the opportunity to
actually sit down and be served fresh food
for lunch. Robin Walker, who has been
with him the longest, helps with catering,
decorating for events, and all the daily
activities of the restaurant.
This past September, Downtown
Bistro celebrated its tenth anniversary,
which is no small feat. The communion
of a shared meal has all but been lost in
our fast food society. The midday meal
Lorenzo has
created an
welcoming
atmosphere that
invites people to
slow down and
enjoy themselves.
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Downtown Bistro offers seating in both the
cozy jazz-themed dining room and outside
in the covered garden patio.