Maltby’s Restaurant remains open, despite failed negotiations with the landlord – and the reprieve will last at least past St. Patrick’s Day, to the relief of corned-beef lovers across the city.
Proprietor James Maltby switched to a month-to-month lease as his landlord, Tripat Mangat, looks for a tenant willing to pay a higher rate for the space. After 17 years at 101 Plaza North, Maltby hit what he felt was a ceiling when his rent neared $11,000 per month last year. The hike to $15,000 now proposed for the space meant that Maltby’s was reaching the end of its tenancy.
But the “when” remains up in the air. Maltby continues to operate the restaurant indefinitely pending 60-day notice that a new tenant has committed to the space.
“I’ve booked bands and at least we’ll be open for St. Patrick’s Day,” Maltby told the Town Crier.
For a schedule of upcoming live music, visit maltbys.com.
