Operational Mode
Le Metro on Elmwood Avenue will soon become MODE. Owner, Jon DiBernardo has brought on board two new partners that will be adding some zest come Friday. "I'm looking forward to working with Buck Kaber and Martin Palame," Jon told me. "The two will help to manage the daily activities, and those patrons who currently like Le Metro will be excited to see new decorative touches that will alter restaurant's identity through changes of fabric and color. We'll keep the price-point low and serve the reliable food that everyone has come to enjoy. We want to add to the lunch experience... we're adding to the dinner-esque meals that create a more bistro-like atmosphere during the day.
More than anything else, Jon is pleased that his entire staff is behind the change-up. "After ten years in business on Elmwood I am so happy that my staff is behind me on this one. I spoke to Buck Kaber who had this to say about his involvement at Le Metro: "I started off here as a fan and now will have a chance to take part in the day to day operations of the place. We're going to add some color, change the colors, work with the lighting... just you wait to see the new look." Le Metro is a long-standing restaurant in the city that will continue to add to the vibrant and urban appeal of Elmwood Avenue. The changes are just around the corner at 284 W Utica Street in Buffalo (716) 885-1500

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Jay Pasquarella
Marty is the best, best of luck to him and Buck. Marty was our Head server for a long time and will do a phenomonal job.
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Sara Cudzilo
Hey Jon! OOH! Congrats on MODE - I'm excited to come in and check it out in a few weeks!
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Jay P
sara what the hell you doin here?
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Isabella
When I found out that Le Metro had changed to Mode I was quite surprised! I have been coming here for sometime now and I do have to say I really enjoy it. I am excited to see some new color and ambiance to the place. Good luck to the new partners Marty and Buck, and I look foward to seeing you soon!
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Isabella
When I found out that Le Metro had changed to Mode I was quite surprised! I have been coming here for sometime now and I do have to say I really enjoy it. I am excited to see some new color and ambiance to the place. Good luck to the new partners Marty and Buck, and I look foward to seeing you soon!
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Khris
I know buck and marty will do a great job on their new adventure, Be willing to expect the best because that is all these two will only serve the best there is. I am so proud of these two gentlemen for pursuing there dream. Check it out i'm sure you will also be impressed with the new MODE!!!!!!!!!
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