Sometimes the odds really do make success a longshot. Caros- The Best Little Joint Downtown, will be closing its doors on Friday November 13th after 3 years of “downtown revitalization.” I don’t know how the handicappers called it, but small business downtown looks sorely like the old gray nag! Starting with the unutilized block that was razed in the center of town, to a parking authority harassing employers, employees and clientele, to a dwindling daytime population due to layoffs and closings, and on to the city leaders bright ideas and so called plan…The Limestone Streetscape Project…Caros has had enough! With credit markets locked tighter than the Mayor’s office door, and the prospect of a viable business plan in downtown obliterated, the loss of another small business downtown will likely be seen as “collateral damage” suffered for the good of the city. Perhaps it’s fitting that a company with enormous experience, willpower, and spirit be put out to pasture downtown.
Our heartfelt thanks goes out to those who have supported us and laughed with us…we do ‘preciate ya!!!
Robin, Drew and “Stella”
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And, We’re Off…
November 8, 2009 · 1 Comment
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CAROS OWN CHILI IS BACK!!!
September 29, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Yup, it’s that time of the year and our very own CHILI is back!
Get a bowl for only $3.99 or a cup to go along with your favorite burger or sandwich just $1.99!
~*~ MADE FRESH DAILY! ~*~
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“CENTRE POND” DUCKS HELP MDA!
August 13, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Okay, you probably didn’t get a chance to see the “Centre Pond” ducks floating around, but that’s because Caros rescued them before they went down the storm drain!
So, what do we do with all of these poor ducks? Simple…we help MDA!
Please stop by and give a new home to one of the ducks and at the same time help a great cause.
The CentrePointe development has caused quite a stir in Lexington and we couldn’t think of a better way to add something positive to all of the “discussion!” We’ll personalize your “rescued” duck, we’ll even autograph them for you! All you have to do is donate to the MDA and you can take home a part of downtown Lexington that is sure to become a collector’s item!!! I mean, how many times do you see “ducks” in a “pond” that shouldn’t exist?
Help us help MDA…the “Centre Pond ducks” will make you smile and you’ll be helping a very good cause at the same time.
We appreciate ya!
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Tagged: Caros, Centre Pond, Centrepointe, downtown, Kentucky, Lexington, restaurant
AND, THE NEW BREAKFAST SPECIALS!
June 2, 2009 · 2 Comments
The weekly breakfast specials are in!!!
MONDAY
2 EGGS YOUR WAY
CHOICE of BACON, SAUSAGE or HAM
HASHBROWNS & TOAST
$4.50
TUESDAY
SAUSAGE, EGG & CHEESE BISCUIT
HASHBROWNS
$4.50
WEDNESDAY
BISCUIT’N GRAVY
2 EGGS YOUR WAY
CHOICE of BACON, SAUSAGE or HAM
$5.00
THURSDAY
SAUSAGE, EGG & CHEESE BISCUIT
HASHBROWNS
$4.50
FRIDAY
2 EGGS YOUR WAY
CHOICE of BACON, SAUSAGE or HAM
HASHBROWNS & TOAST
$4.50
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CAROS New Daily Specials!
June 1, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Yup, we’ve listened to ya! We keep hearing comments like “where’s the great roast beef?” “How come you don’t have salads anymore?” “I miss the fried chicken salad that you used to have!”
Well, we heard ya! And they are back on the menu along with some great new additions!
Here’s the weekly special menu…
~*~ $6.50 ~*~
MONDAY
MONDAY MANIA!!!
Who Knows What You’ll See On
The Specials Board!
TUESDAY
Open faced roast beef w/gravy
Mashed potatoes
green beans
WEDNESDAY
Chicken tender salad
THURSDAY
Chef’s choice
Who knows what this will be!!!!
FRIDAY
Fried fish Sandwich
“Joint” fries
Caros slaw
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THE SIDEWALKS ARE OPEN!
May 5, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Yes, as our Grill Man Drew puts it…you can now stroll around the “hole” to CAROS!
Granted, it might not be pretty but at least we have sidewalks around the future site of the Centre Pointe development! Can you feel the “Crew” jumping with joy? Believe us…we’re thrilled with this little bit of progress. Heck, you can even park on Upper St. right across from us again!
Things are moving along.
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Tagged: burgers, Centre Pointe, Diners, downtown, Lexington
PARKING ON UPPER IS BACK!
April 27, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Yup, the parking spaces formerly located across from Caros have magically appeared again! The demolition fence has been moved back in order to allow folks to park right across the street.
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CAROS Spring Kick Off!
March 24, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Spring is in the air and CAROS is gearing up for the warmer season! The patio, that we share with McCarthy’s Irish Pub, is now open for your dining enjoyment pleasure. Call ahead and order a Grab’n Go meal, pay at our new second cash register (no wait!) and head out our back door to enjoy the spring weather!

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Play Ball!
March 18, 2009 · Leave a Comment

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