""You go there, and it seems like a local spot, as opposed to a special occasion spot or a theme spot," he said. "When I heard through the grapevine that Lexi was going to close The Lodge, I got really excited about talking to Kris about it.""
""We opened the doors Friday as a soft open to do a stress test on everything," said Gordon, who is a first-time bar owner with The Lodge. "Lexi was willing to come down and bartend a little.""
""At one point, there were well over 80 people," said Gordon. "And it's safe to say their new menu was a hit: They sold 100 burgers the first night.""
The Lodge, a beloved bar in Oakland, reopened on April 17 after being closed since January. New owners Chris Cashin and Kris Gordon took over, preserving the bar's legacy. Cashin, a long-time regular, expressed excitement about the opportunity to keep the local vibe alive. After upgrading the kitchen, they held a soft opening that attracted over 80 patrons and sold 100 burgers on the first night, indicating a successful return to the community.
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