NEWPORT,
R.I., April 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ralph &
Pat Plumb, owners of the Brick Alley
Pub, announced today that they've entered into an agreement to sell
the Brick Alley Pub to The Heritage Restaurant Group, formerly 1899
Ventures, a Newport Rhode Island
based restaurant group.
The Brick Alley Pub is a Newport landmark for over 40 years and in that
time has been voted both "Best Restaurant" and "Best Bar" in
Rhode Island. A family
establishment, both in its approach to its customers and in its
multigenerational management team, is currently led by Matt Plumb, son of Ralph & Pat.
The Heritage Restaurant Group not only intends to keep all front
and back of house staff onboard, but also plans to retain all
senior management including General Manager, Kim Dwyer.
"Over the last 43.5 years our time as business owners here in
Newport has been one of our
greatest joys. We have had the pleasure of serving and getting to
know so many incredible customers, many of whom have become
lifelong friends. The same can be said of our amazing team over
the years. We have laughed, cried, shared wins and losses
alongside our team that has become more like family. Our goal when
we started Brick Alley was to build a restaurant that could be a
place for everyone to enjoy. Retiring is never an easy
or simple decision, however we feel incredibly fortunate
that the next owners of Brick Alley are keeping the entire team in
place, including our son Matt, who has been a member of the Brick
Alley team for over 20 years. We are proud that Brick Alley now has
the ability to serve the Newport
community for another 40+ years!" Said
Ralph and Pat Plumb founders
of Brick Alley.
"Brick Alley is a cherished spot for locals and a must-see for
visitors, thanks to its prime location and reputation as a
community landmark. The Plumb family and the staff's commitment is
clear in every aspect of the restaurant, from the high standards
for service, the rave reviews online, the decor reflecting decades
of Newport history, and the
word-of-mouth acclaim it receives.
Our strategy is straightforward, don't fix what isn't broken.
Instead, provide the resources to enable Brick Alley Pub to achieve
new levels of customer service and staff support. Our investment is
aimed at adding value where it's needed without changing the core
of what makes the Brick Alley a beloved landmark. This includes
supporting the restaurant's successful operations and exploring
expansion opportunities, such as adding a refreshed back patio
and increasing marketing efforts. Our goal is to improve
efficiency and ensure every team member feels appreciated and
productive.
Together, we look forward to finding and leveraging the amazing
opportunities ahead of us," said Michael
Anderson, spokesman for The Heritage Restaurant Group.
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