Two Bucks' Mayfield Location Becoming Known for Food As Much As Drinks

So far, people in and near Mayfield Heights seem to recognizing Two Bucks more for its food than its inexpensive drinks. The leaders at the new restaurant and bar at Golden Gate Plaza aren't sure why, but they won't complain about it.

Following openings in Avon, Parma, Middleburg Heights and North Olmsted, the staff had to go out of its way to remind the public that the place had an affordable food menu to accompany those spirits. That hasn't been the case here, human resources manager and spokeswoman Kas Firdman said.

"I don't even know why, honestly," she said. "We never advertised as a restaurant, only as a bar because it's easier to attract customers with inexpensive drinks than food."

Still, the lunch crowd has been a hit at the place known for a menu with several food and drink options for $2 to $9. Patrons have been enjoying sliders for $2, wings for $5 and wraps for $5 or $6.

"It's been an overwhelming amount of food, compared to the booze," general manager Mike Lucas said. "We still do well on that, but our food numbers are through the roof. If it's treated as a restaurant, then so be it.

"As long as people get out and get to try the product, that's all that matters. Booze will always sell itself, especially at $2."

Lucas says about 90 percent of the alcohol there is $2. Exceptions include some seasonal and craft beers like Southern Tier pumpkin ale for $5 or higher-end liquor, like Patron, for $5.

Two Bucks opened its first Northeast Ohio location in Avon about three and a half years ago. Two Bucks at Golden Gate has about 15 employees.

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