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John sells Abalonetti and
Domenico's on the Wharf |
“The
truth and nothing but the truth.” Well, folks, I have sold two
of my restaurants. Both on Monterey’s Fishermen’s Wharf.
Abalonetti’s was sold to businessman extraordinaire Jim
Gilbert, owner of several Wharf businesses. Jim’s son
Christopher who has been around restaurants most of his life
will be at the helm. Chris has assured me that the level of
quality and service will be maintained, especially since all
the same people like manager Stuart, super-server Joe and chef
Julio, will still be there working. There is a huge
long-standing reputation to maintain as Abalonetti’s is the
benchmark for calamari, and nobody comes close. Best of luck
Chris – you can do it!
Domenico’s goes to Dominic, Sammy and Angeli Mercurio and
their families – Johnny, Sal, Katherine and little Dom.
Dominic and Sam are my nephews and Dominic was part of the
original Domenico’s when it opened in 1981. The restaurant was
even named after him. Dominic started in the business with me
once he was old enough to use the cash register and see over
the counter (I think he was 10 or 11), the same with Sammy.
Domenic has come home, so to speak, and he has already made
some great changes. I’m so proud to see my nephews, grand
nephews and grand nieces continue to operate this great
traditional restaurant. It is a real family affair. This ends
a chapter in my life that began in the 1940’s when I used to
play on the beach (before there was a marina) fish and
spearfish under the Wharf. Change is good. A special thanks to
all the friends that I have met over the years and of course
all of the employees that have worked for me through the
decades on the Wharf. See you around!
-- July 24, 2007 |
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