Many VaHi Businesses Support Residents During Storm

While February’s first snowfall left many in Atlanta unprepared and stranded, the second one of the month saw us at home, well-stocked and ready to hunker down. Almost immediately we were ready to get out of the house and enjoy our walkable neighborhood, snow or no snow.

Many Virginia Highland restaurants didn’t let poor road conditions or a shortage in staff and supplies stop them from opening on Wednesday to host the hungry and cabin-fevered. Several eateries offered specials or adjusted menus, and everyone adjusted to fewer kitchen and wait-staff with patience and camaraderie. Those who braved the slick sidewalks were rewarded with the signature hospitality of their favorite local spots.

On Thursday more restaurants opened, as did a few retailers who anticipated the late afternoon thaw and the rush of last-minute Valentine’s Day shoppers.

After the worst snow of the most recent storm, Murphy’s took drastic measures to clear a path for customers.

The business owners, managers, and staff who live in the community were willing to leave the comfort of home to serve their neighbors last week to display the spirit of what it is to be a “local business”. Beyond having an independently owned physical location in Virginia Highland, those of us who live and work in VaHi aptly treat our customers as neighbors. We happily open our doors to you, and we thank you so much for helping to keep them open.”

– Juliet White, Ten Thousand Villages