Anyone who frequents East Olive will know that something has been going on with the B&O. Recently the upper portion of their dining area was covered and all the furniture had been removed. I was worried that perhaps they weren’t doing so well and maybe they were going to rent out half their space. But alas, my fears were calmed when I found out they were just moving the bar to this new, bigger location. Today I went in to take few pictures and get some more info on the move.

I spoke with Madl, a 20-year veteran of the B&O and she told me the move was prompted by a lack of space and visibility from the old bar. Madl said she suggested the move a few years ago but the owners finally got around to it this month.  You will now be able to enter the bar separately from East Olive instead of having to come through the Belmont entrance. Madl also said to look for more improvements in the coming weeks. They are working on more beer taps, new decor, and even some live evening entertainment.

New seating and entrance

If you have time I suggest you go check out the new set-up…but not tonight. A sign on the door reads, “Closed tonight only. Bartenders busy creating new drinks.” Sorry. The regular cafe will be open as usual though.

The old bar is now more dining space