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Letter: Yes, to Richmond's 'greasy spoon" cafes

Dear Editor, I read with interest the series regarding “greasy spoons.” I have had breakfast at The Boot several time and was happy with the value and quality for money. I will have to go a little further to test the others.
Richmond News
Greasy spoon series: Richmond cafe gives customers what they want - or else..._0
Zia Arfaee (left) and his son, Sama, run the "greasy spoon" Zia's Cafe & Grill in a small industrial estate close to No. 6 and Cambie roads. Alan Campbell photo

Dear Editor,

I read with interest the series regarding “greasy spoons.” I have had breakfast at The Boot several time and was happy with the value and quality for money. I will have to go a little further to test the others.

One thing is for sure, and that is there is a dire shortage of this type of establishment in Richmond and especially in the Steveston area.

Unfortunately, the cafes available don’t open until 9 a.m., are corporate chains and are just too pricey to qualify as a greasy spoon, or an affordable option for morning coffee.

Richard Mond

RICHMOND