The Surf City location of LBI’s popular How You Brewin’ internet café is undergoing a renovation to meet the growing needs of its customers, said owners Dan and Lori Malay.
“It was time,” the Malays said, adding, “We wanted to upgrade the seating, floors, countertops and retail shelving to make the hangout experience more comfortable.”
Citing the need to better accommodate summer crowds, they will also add a second register, clearer menu signage, and a reconfigured serve-yourself section of the coffee bar.
Renovation is expected to carry through the month of February, with a tentative grand reopening scheduled for Saturday,…
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