Rick’s Steaks: Is this the begining of the end?
After attempts of negotiation, the Reading Terminal Market Board gave its final word that Rick Olivieri is to leave the market at the end of the month, making way for Tony Luke’s. Rick is down to just his steak shop at Citizen’s Bank Park, which just so happens to be located near a Tony Luke’s. Despite Tony having a stronger pull with fans at the park, Rick still has a few loyal patrons in his corner.
“It’s really a shame,” Pat Wasmer said of Olivieri, just after buying a steak from Rick’s. “He’s part of a legend, he’s been there for so long. I never had a steak from Tony Luke’s, and now I probably never will.”
The board may have made their decision but Rick’s not packing up yet. He still believes he has a case against the board and is preparing to sue. The suit accuses General Manager Paul Steinke and Ricardo Dunston, chairman of the market corporation, of conspiring to deny Olivieri a new lease after orally agreeing to one. The board has yet to comment on the lawsuit.
Here’s the tv spot for Rick’s on CBS News
(Poll)Tell About-Philly what you think:
Should Rick keep fighting the board against the eviction or focus his efforts on keeping up with his other restaurant at Citizens Bank park?
Do you think Rick will win his case or will it destroy his business?
Which do you prefer, Rick’s Steaks or Tony Luke’s?
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And don’t forget to vote here for your favorite Cheesesteak shop! Then keep your eye out for the results.
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