Lee Cain has owned and operated Phatties restaurant just outside of Jamestown, in Chautauqua County, since last August, after extensive renovations inside and out.
Cain says after a strong start, a long road project, slower foot traffic and the recent government shutdown forced him to cut back his hours, only open for breakfast and lunch, after serving about 10 people a day.
“And that’s just not really a great model to run your business on, especially since this is a perishable business. So, even if the food isn’t being sold, I still have to keep it in stock,” said Cain…