Rainbow Bistro owner anticipates boost from ‘spill-off’ traffic at new ByWard Market music venue (OBJ)

Ottawa Business Journal (OBJ) - June 18, 2024

Danny Sivyer, who opened The Rainbow Bistro on Murray Street in 1984, says the new facility that is expected to take over the former Chapters building on Rideau Street before the end of next year will likely generate “spill-off” foot traffic that could benefit businesses like his.

Meanwhile, the Executive Director of the ByWard Market District Authority (BMDA), Zachary Dayler shared his thoughts on the venue slated to open in the area.

“After four years of the pandemic, we’re sort of in this new phase now where I think people are much more comfortable going out again, and there’s a renewed interest in (live performances),” said Dayler, whose organization oversees the Market. “From a business standpoint, I think a live concert venue is a really solid bet.”

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