In July of 2022, TJ's Cafe closed after a twenty-five-year run. It was a well-known restaurant in its A-frame building on Central Avenue in Colonie. What's replacing it?

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What is Replacing TJ's Cafe?

There is a new restaurant in the space at 1133 Central Ave. It's called 'Hey Chef' and it is now open! Check out the menu HERE.  Owner Ruby Lui also owns Tengu Asian Bistro which is just up the road at 1343 Central Ave. Liu said that Hey Chef is different.

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TJ's Cafe closed in July of 2022 and the property was purchased in August. The property includes the restaurant and the apartment building behind it which has multiple units.

Why Did TJ's Cafe Close?

It was a Facebook post from owner Todd Leach that announced TJ's Cafe would be closing. It read:

To our valued customers, dear friends, family, and customers who have become friends and family… it is with a heavy heart that I must announce the closing of TJ’s Cafe after almost 26 years in business.

The post explained that the restaurant's closing was related to the pandemic. It included increasing costs in food and supplies, staff shortages, overworked employees, and supply chain issues. It took a toll on all who worked there.

TJ's Cafe originally opened in 1996 and was a popular restaurant for casual dining and drinks.

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