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Local Business Boost Program 2022 Grant Recipient: Perry Lima

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Perry Lima is a restaurant located at the West end of Main Street serving Brazilian style breakfast and dinner that was opened by Kami and Fabio Perry in 2021.

Post Date: Thu, Feb 2
: Local Business Boost Program

LOCAL BUSINESS BOOST PROGRAM NARRATIVE CASE STUDY

Perry Lima
573 Main Street, Hyannis
perrylimacafe.com

Perry Lima is a restaurant located at the West end of Main Street serving Brazilian style breakfast and dinner that was opened by Kami and Fabio Perry in 2021. They recently took over the space next door to their original location and went from 8 seats to over 80 seats, adding more diners both inside and on their patio. With this expansion comes opportunity for additional service and further visibility. They would like to add beer and wine to their menu.

Currently, their website has online ordering capabilities that they are satisfied with. They use a corporate third-party delivery app for deliveries. Their website was created and maintained by a family member. Corporate third-party delivery apps are very expensive, but they feel they need to use them to reach customers. They maintain their social media presence.

"The case management - the expertise, patience and ability to understand our needs has made the whole experience a pleasure."

Fabio Lima

IDENTIFIED CHALLENGES AND PRIORITIES:

Obtain a liquor license from the state and municipal governments in order to meet customer demand
Upgrade the quality of their current beverage service.
Add outdoor signage, so their business is more visible.
Incorporate elements to make the two sides of the building feel more cohesive, and to make the space more flexible.

COMPLETED PRIORITIES:

Assisted in the completion of a successful liquor license application for the restaurant.
Facilitated the purchase of additional outdoor signage from Simple Signs for maximum visibility.
Funded the purchase of a new, higher functioning cappuccino machine.
Supported the installation of a pair of chalkboard barn doors from 60 Nobscot Custom Furniture. which close off the kitchen from the seating area and provide a place to show special meals and drinks.

The Local Business Boost Program started in 2022 and is currently a partnership between Love Live Local and the Hyannis Main Street Business Improvement District. Additional funding is being sought to take the program to other local businesses across Cape Cod.