![]() They plan to offer the same menu at the new space and maintain their same commitment to scratch cooking that distinguished the original. While they can't bring back the original Otis, said Lynne, "what we can bring back are the recipes." A total of 170 donors contributed more than $13,000. Their new project is supported, in part, by resources gathered in a crowdfunding campaign launched after the fire. ![]() They're working to secure necessary permits and approvals to begin work on transforming the antique store space, building a kitchen and designing a new dining area, as soon as they take possession of the building in May. Lynne said they've been cultivating a new starter and selling their signature baked goods at the Oregon Coast Artisan Market each Sunday at the Lincoln City Community Recreation Center. They mourn the loss of the historic photos and ephemera that decorated the original cafe, as well as the loss of the sourdough starter that served as the foundation for many of their recipes, including their cinnamon rolls and molasses bread. I worked there for eight years before I bought it and 22 years since." The couple even met at the Otis Cafe, introduced, said Lynne, by a server who worked there. The space in Otis, said Jeff England, "that is our home. It's important to them that people see this new cafe as a second spot and not a relocation of the original. ![]() "We will be taking ownership of the property in late spring, and in the meantime, we are working on permits and plans so we will be as ready as possible to begin turning the building into the SECOND location of the Otis Café." They announced their plans on Saturday, February 29, in a post on the business' Facebook page: They will build the cafe in the space at 4618 SE Highway 101 that is currently My Master’s Antiques. While construction is underway in Otis, Jeff and Lynne England have set their sights on opening a new cafe location in the Taft section of Lincoln City. Become a Statesman Journal subscriber and get unlimited digital access to stories that matter. ![]() Support local journalism: Stay informed with all of the latest food and drink news. They're really good restaurateurs and the Otis Cafe is the heartbeat of the town of Otis. The rebuild will entail the addition of ADA compliant bathrooms and other updates.įromm confirmed a desire to see the Otis Cafe reopen in the new building. With federal approval secured for the exterior plans, he said, "we're ready to take the blueprints to the county, so we're shooting to build by mid-summer." ![]()
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