During the pandemic, Massimo Felici, restaurant owner of Don Cheech, was searching for a product that was more durable than a tent. He wanted something that was enclosed, but also had the option to open it up. Felici stumbled upon Pergola Roof’s products and knew he found the exact solution he was looking for.
“It’s a new toy that I have. Somebody comes in to book a party..they know that they want to be outside but the weather is never perfect for you. So I go to my little remote control and I show them I can open up the roof, I can close the roof, I can open it up halfway, windows up and down. However they want. It’s perfect.”
Felici is at ease knowing that he can now utilize his restaurant space without worrying about the summer heat, the rain, or the winter affecting the customer’s dining experience. He can now use his outdoor space all year round. He mentioned that he has used it several times during the rain and is grateful that he hasn't had any issues at all.
When Felici’s's customers come in to book for a party, he enjoys showing off “his new toy” and how he can open or close the roof and windows with a click of a button. As soon as he shows them the outdoor seating under the retractable pergola, they are all impressed and choose to sit outdoors instead of the indoor dining rooms.
One of Felici’s's favorite features are the LED lights. He enjoys dimming them or brightening them up depending on the atmosphere. As a restaurant owner it is important for his customers to be able to read the menu and see the food’s color and presentation. Pergola Roof’s dimmable lighting do just that.
Felici is so in love with his Pergola, that he is looking into installing one in his other restaurant and maybe even his own home! He mentioned that for his business “it's perfect because it gives me extra space all year round”.
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