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Uncle Russ to say “au revoir” to DB Plaza at the end of January

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Discovery Bay’s original coffee bar, Uncle Russ Coffee, will be temporarily shutting its doors in DB Plaza on January 31, 2018.

The closure is due to the ongoing renovation work that is taking place on the new bus terminus and shopping arcade in DB.

The plaza store was the first DB branch of the Uncle Russ chain and has been serving the community for 25 years.

In a statement to Around DB, Uncle Russ owner YB Rai said, “We’ve served the community for so many years, and the community’s support means so much. We’re sad about having to shut doors at our original branch but want to focus on the situation positively. We hope to find a new location at the plaza in the interim and will definitely be back once the renovation is complete.”

Leizel, who manages the DB shop, is the longest serving member of staff at Uncle Russ with this year marking over 18 years of service to the coffee bar. Her mom Gina, previously worked at the DB Plaza branch.

“Our staff will really miss their customers from the DB Plaza branch,” YB continued. “They love being part of the community and pride themselves on knowing every regular’s drink, but hopefully they will see their customers at the other Uncle Russ branches, where they will welcome them back with a smile.

Uncle Russ DB Plaza

The staff of Uncle Russ will be moved to The Pier Bar at the ferry pier and Uncle Russ at the North Plaza.

“I would like to apologise to our customers for any inconvenience caused by the temporary closure, but look forward to serving people at the North Plaza and ferry pier in the meantime,” YB said.

Customers looking to grab a coffee at The Pier Bar on DB side will be pleased to hear they can still do so without having to enter the gated area of the pier. To access the bar, simply go to the end of the counter, near the 7-11.

YB and the Uncle Russ team would like to express their sincerest gratitude to all of their loyal customers over the years, and are looking forward to their continued support.

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