Woon, a family-run Chinese restaurant in Pasadena, initially experienced great success following its grand opening. However, just a week later, it faced closure due to the Eaton fire, which raised concerns about water contamination. Owner Keegan Fong expressed uncertainty about sustaining the business after the disaster displaced a significant portion of their customer base. Despite these setbacks, the new location boasts an expanded menu, a larger retail selection, and an environment that fosters employee growth, reflecting Fong's commitment to his mother's culinary heritage and the community.
Woon's grand opening saw excitement with long lines, but it swiftly faced challenges due to local fires causing displacement of its customer base.
Owner Keegan Fong expressed concern over the future of his restaurant, noting that 40% of their market was either displaced or lost.
Despite the challenges, Woon's new location offered an expanded menu and allowed for growth among employees, showcasing Fong's commitment to the community.
Mama Chen's celebrated recipes and a larger retail selection reveal the deep family roots that the newly opened Woon restaurant aims to preserve and share.
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