switz Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Damn, this is sad news. When I picked up my Super Snake, lunch was one of the highlights of the trip. My daughter, who's name is Shelby, got a kick out of seeing her name all over the place. So sad as the current economy is taking a toll across this country that we might never fully recover from. Some pics of the trip: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hawkins Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Very Sad News indeed.......... Location is everything, I hope they reopen, even if it is in a different location. I wander if it would be possible to get licensing to open a "SHELBY CAFE" here in Tallahassee???????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordRocks1 Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Very Sad News indeed.......... Location is everything, I hope they reopen, even if it is in a different location. I wander if it would be possible to get licensing to open a "SHELBY CAFE" here in Tallahassee???????? Or Miami Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertlane Posted June 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 The Cafe was a special place indeed. It was a great place to for every Shelby enthusiast to meet each other. Everything was going well, until the severe downturn in the economy. I think the amount of visitors to Las Vegas in general terms is down in the 20-30% range. We were poised to begin selling Cafe items on the ShelbyStore, however, I am not sure where that stands now. We're not talking about the Cafe today Maybe after Tulsa we can see what to do with the items. There has been questions on how this links to SAI. All that I can say is that new products will be unveiled in Tulsa and more are in development at a fast pace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oh8SnakeDriver Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 This is sad news indeed. My wife and I ate there twice last Jan. It's a neat place, great food and great people! I hope that this is a temperary situation and that they reopen soon. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bish Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Not good! I hope it's not a sign of things to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esc Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 I wish they had given us maybe a months notice. I was planning on going there this summer. Had I known a month ago about the pending closing, I would have moved up my trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkGT08 Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Not good!I hope it's not a sign of things to come. It sure would be nice if they could share space with the Harley Davidson Cafe on the strip! I could kill two birds with one stone....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Hill Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 That really sucks!!! My wife and I got to go there for the beginning of the Mustangs Across America Tour 2009. I am just happy we got to see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT/SC2873 Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 How much in the way of donations from TS members would they need to keep it open? I'd be interested in saving some history. Anyone else??? Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherri Leicht Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Memories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08SGT1977 Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 it was only yesterday when they announced the opening... bummer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harristotle Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Not good!I hope it's not a sign of things to come. No kidding! How much in the way of donations from TS members would they need to keep it open? I'd be interested in saving some history. Anyone else??? Craig I agree! It was a fun place to eat after hanging out at the factory... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IASHELBYGT Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Sad news indeed. I really enjoyed my time there at the 09 Shelby Bash hanging out and meeting new people. Bummer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thewheelman Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Agghhhh! I was going there Monday! I trust the museum will still be open! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharon Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Agghhhh! I was going there Monday! I trust the museum will still be open! Yes it will be a very quite week most of us will be at Tulsa for the nationals. But the museum will be open and the tours are 10.30 everyday. Sharon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07SGT0547 Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
500forme Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Wow...thats a shocker, I just ate there yesterday, and all seemed well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Sorry to hear this news. I'm glad I had the opportunity to have lunch there during the Shelby 427 race weekend. Now all of us who did are part of Shelby history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07-2937 Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 and I thought getting laid off was bad but this sux I ate there 100 times or so Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07SGT4578 Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPRSNK Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Damn. That was some fine food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svtkeith Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Man, was on my list too! Same here I'm going in August...That was going to be one of the highlights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sportscars Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 I am REALLY glad my son and I got to eat there the Monday after the 427 race. He is really becoming a Shelby fan and this was a highlight. I did get him the place mats, but have not mounted them yet. The only thing he really wants to do now is meet Mr. Shelby. I need to get working on that. It's a shame that they couldn't (or wouldn't) find an investor/buyer to help keep it open. My thoughts and prayers for the employees who are affected by this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT-C0056 Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Never got to go there, It was on my list. I had a business that i closed down a few months back, so I know that its hard on everyone, especially employess. It is also hard, but this is something that you cant advertise to the public that you are closing, you just have to do it and hope for a future re-opening. Location, location, location. P.S: Dont ask me how....But I have a MENU:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matts Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 WHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHAAATT!? :eek5: I had was just about to go on my vacation in 2 weeks! Mother F !!! I wish I had the opportunity to experience the Cafe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherri Leicht Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Never got to go there, It was on my list. I had a business that i closed down a few months back, so I know that its hard on everyone, especially employess. It is also hard, but this is something that you cant advertise to the public that you are closing, you just have to do it and hope for a future re-opening. Location, location, location. P.S: Dont ask me how....But I have a MENU:) Alright Louis, fess up. Just how did you get that menu??????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tispco Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Wow! What a bummer! I'm glad I got to go there last time I was in Vegas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08GT500KR Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Instead of rushing after auction items lets just hope it opens back up, you savages no doubt, well said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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