Rename Iris's and Win $200
New owners who have taken over Iris's Grill recently are gutting the restaurant and starting from scratch. Help them rename the dining establishment for a shot at $200.
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New owner Cindy Phillips is in the process of transforming Iris's Grill — right down to its name.
The Douglas Avenue eatery has been closed for the past two to three weeks as she takes over ownership responsibilities.
Last week, crews were seen power-washing the outside of the restaurant. Its former moniker is stripped from the awning above the door.
Phillips told Dunedin Patch she's also been hard at work cleaning and refurbishing the inside and is not yet sure when the new, yet-named restaurant will open. She's still got lots of work to do, she said.
A message was placed above the eatery's roadside, trademark cartoon waitress sign late last week, asking residents to help rename the restaurant for a cash award.
"Name This Place $200 Reward," it reads.
No other details were posted at the time.
Editor's Note (Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, 1 p.m.): Name suggestions should be submitted in person at Iris's Grill, 234 Douglas Ave.
Bill Storck
7:19 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
I;m sure Miss Cindy loves to cook, how about Cindy's Kitchen. It kinda has a ring to it, Hey let's go to Cindy's Kitchen, I'm starved...
Steve
7:52 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
How about....."Ball Park Cafe". Gives location, easy to remember,and reminds a person of good and memorable days.
sarah gardner
8:28 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
I think, "The Douglas Avenue Diner"
Joe
8:33 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
Blue Jay Cafe
Mary Tini
8:53 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
Congratulations Cindy! You will have much success.
Marilyn
10:13 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
"Cindy's Best Cafe"
Bob
3:51 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2013
"The Trailbrary Restaurant"
Diane Randolph
3:59 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2013
Cindy's Comfort Cuisine
Harry Durkin
8:41 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2013
Stadium Cafe
Bob Rupp
12:28 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
The Done-Eatin' Cafe
Ellen Brown
2:19 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
Dunedin Cafe
Grimmett
7:45 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
Dunedin Dugout!
Gregory Brady
9:57 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
"Cecil's Stadium Cafe"...Cecil Englebert brought baseball to Dunedin and it would give the opportunity to have a memorabilia section. The city, Chamber, Historical Society has many images.
Gregory Brady
Monty Seidler
10:52 am on Monday, January 28, 2013
Because of the proximity to the ballpark, I love all the baseball names. I can only imagine the promos. Definitely strengthening the Dunedin community bond A diner with subtle baseball theme. No brainer.
Diane McCune
12:02 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Blue Jays Nest
Can't wait for the new restaurant!!!
Jayne Krakowiak
12:03 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
The ballpark connection is certainly a good thing to spin off of with a name and with the decor. Hopefully, the cuisine will not mimic the ballpark food! I like the Dunedin Dugout, Ball Park Cafe and do like the Blue Jay Cafe (but that might get into some trademark issues). OR how about 'Home Run' or "My Pitchin' Cafe" :)
Ray
12:22 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Diamond Grille
Lois "Summer" Cider
12:39 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
How about Ballpark Bistro?
Lori
1:01 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
"Park Place"
Lori
1:01 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
What kind of menu is she planning?
Loche Kline
1:24 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
I'd like the GRAND SLAM?!?
Loche Kline
sg
2:16 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Blue Jay Way
sg
2:16 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
The Bullpen
t
2:45 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Anything baseball related will knock it out of the park hehe
Bill Karcher
3:16 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Ballpark Bitehouse Cafe
Adam Wilkes
3:49 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Here's a name: The (be sure and don't park in the wrong spot cause the laundromat will have you towed) Cafe. Just a thought, too many letters I know. But true!
Joey Saltzburg
4:35 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
How about The I'm not with the crazy lady next door Cafe.
M V P
5:28 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
The Home Plate
CW
8:32 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
A lot of Canadiens live in the area permanently and snow birds who love their Blue Jays. With that said add some Blue Jays to your front signs and call it Blue Jay Cafe!
Robin Wening
11:26 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
How about: The Batter's Box............or...... Cindy's Scorecard..... or........................The Catcher's Mitt......or...The Fan Club... or..The Pitchin' Kitchen.....or..Cleats n' Eats......or....Cindy's Place....or..The All-Star Cafe (or Cindy's All-Star Cafe) Submitted by: Robin Wening
Katie Dolac
12:52 pm on Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Hey gang, there's been lots of questions ... so here's what I know so far: If you want to make your entry official be sure to swing by Iris's and submit it. Folks have been sitting outside the restaurant with a big bowl for folks to drop their entries into. I am not sure how long the contest is open — but these ideas are rockin'!
Lori
10:27 am on Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Whens the deadline?