College students don't always have a lot of spare money sitting around for food, but that won't be a problem at the new
Brookie's Cafe on Washtenaw Ave. near Eastern's campus.
"What I'm trying to do is target the college students who want pretty decent food for pretty good prices," says manager Echo DaShuane.
Students and Ypsilanti residents alike will find chicken, chili dogs, burger, cupcakes, cookies and more at the cafe, which opened last week in a storefront that sits about 13 diners and offers takeout. What foods and events Brookie's Cafe offers could evolve as well, as DaShuane says she's open to new ideas.
"I'm making a suggestion box because a lot of college students have been coming in with suggestions," she says. "It s a fun, friendly atmosphere here."
Brookie's Cafe currently operates with a staff of six. DaShuane says the business is looking to hire additional staff and grow along with their clientele.
Source: Echo DaShuane, Brookie's Cafe
Writer: Natalie Burg
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