Venerable eatery in Edelviertel shuts down following 32-year run
Lotusblüte Bids Adieu After 32 Years
Saying goodbye to a beloved restaurant is never easy, and that's exactly what the folks at Lotusblüte on Löwenstraße are doing this weekend. After three decades of dishing up Chinese cuisine, the iconic eatery is shuttering its doors, according to local newspaper Abendblatt.
Health Forces Closure
For over three decades, the Lau couple has been the beating heart of Lotusblüte. The restaurant has been a constant presence, except for one day off per week since this year. Yet, their health is starting to take a toll, compelling them to close shop at the end of May.
The couple has decided to relinquish the reins due to health concerns, they told the newspaper. While the decision elicits a twinge of sadness, the couple eagerly looks forward to enjoying their newfound freedom.
What's Next for the Square Footage?
The future of the restaurant space is uncertain, but the Lau couple hints that it will continue to house Asian culinary delights. However, specifics remain elusive.
While we wait for more details, here are some potential paths the new venture might take:
- New leadership could breathe fresh life into the restaurant, either by sticking to the original concept or introducing a new twist on Asian fare.
- If the current owners opt to revamp, they could overhaul the menu, décor, or overall dining experience.
- A brief closure for renovations could breathe fresh life into the establishment.
- Expansion into other realms such as food trucks, catering, or retail could be in the works.
- The venue might transform into an Asian market or food hall with several vendors.
Community events or workshops related to Asian cuisine could keep the location thriving while decisions about the future are being made. For the most up-to-date information, it's best to reach out to the restaurant directly or keep an eye on local news.
Stay Tuned
The closure is inevitable, and there's no successor in sight. Nevertheless, the old Lotusblüte rooms will continue to serve Asian specialties eventually. Until then, join us for this week's MOPO, featuring riveting stories on public versus private doctor's appointments, the Main Station attack, and the cycling boom, among other topics. Stay tuned for updates on this much-loved establishment!
The Lau couple, who have been serving Asian cuisine for over three decades at Lotusblüte, is temporarily relinquishing control due to health concerns, signaling a potential change in the restaurant's lifestyle. As for the food-and-drink scene, the future holds possibilities such as a revamped menu, décor, or dining experience, or perhaps expansion into food trucks, catering, or retail. Meanwhile, home-and-garden enthusiasts might look forward to the potential transformation of the space into an Asian market or food hall.
