L.A.’s Beloved Vegan Eatery Avoids Closure Thanks to Massive Public Support

There’s nothing like a close shave with closure to make you cherish your favorite vegan restaurant even more. This was the case for L.A.’s esteemed eatery, Nic’s on Beverly, which was on the verge of shutting down but was rescued due to an overwhelming public outcry.

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Just weeks ago, Nic’s on Beverly announced their impending closure. The culprit? A cocktail of back rent accumulated during months of closure due to the pandemic, coupled with a standoff with the building’s owner. But Los Angeles wasn’t ready to say goodbye to their favorite plant-based pizza joint.

The news triggered an unprecedented wave of Support for Nic’s, a hot spot beloved by omnivores and plant-based patrons alike, including celebrities such as Joaquin Phoenix. Crowds flocked to the eatery, founded by Nic Adler, a well-respected figure in the vegan community and the driving force behind Monty’s Good Burger restaurant chain and various vegan festivals.

Customers queued up to enjoy one last taste of their favorite dishes. Some even ordered multiple pizzas to freeze and enjoy later at home. However, the whirlwind of emotions and overwhelming public response eventually led to a positive outcome.

Amid the flurry of emotional farewells and pleas to keep the restaurant open, Adler penned a proposal to the building’s owner. He suggested that the restaurant should be allowed to “get healthy”, gradually repaying the debt as business returned to normal during the summer.

The emotional outcry from the public truly tipped the scales. This outpouring of Support ultimately led to a renegotiation between the landlord and tenant. The result? Nic’s will remain open, paying back the rent gradually, while continuing to delight the community with their delectable plant-based offerings.

Nic’s saga highlights the value of community Support for local businesses, especially in the turbulent times we live in. Adler hopes that this experience will inspire other landlords and small businesses to find mutually beneficial solutions in the face of adversity. As Adler rightly pointed out, it’s essential for patrons to frequent their favorite places and play an active role in supporting them, or else these beloved institutions might disappear.

So, whether you’re a fan of Nic’s delectable Detroit-style vegan pizza or their mouthwatering tempura tacos, rejoice! The much-loved vegan eatery is here to stay, ensuring that Angelenos can continue to savor their scrumptious, sustainable meals for the foreseeable future.

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