Business Spotlight
There Will be no CRUMBS Left When You Dine at This Restaurant
owners Amy Sidhom and Jimy Eliopoulos
By Alexandra Sullivan, Resident since 2017
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n July 2018, Crumbs Breakfast, Lunch & Bar completed their months long renovations and opened their doors to the eagerly awaiting Danville community. For the last two years they have served classic American comfort food, as well as an ever-evolving menu incorporating various diets, including vegan, gluten-free, and Keto. One of the details that makes Crumbs so special to Danville is that it was built by neighbors for neighbors. Co-owner Amy Sidhom says, “Crumbs Breakfast, Lunch & Bar was born when two families and long-time next-door neighbors decided to take our passion for food, people and our Danville community to the next level! My partner Jimmy Eliopoulos and I have shared a fence for over 15 years, and now we share Crumbs!” Jimmy’s large Greek family has been in the restaurant business for over 30 years. And Amy, who is originally from Egypt, has
a background in marketing and design. They knew that their strengths would complement each other well on this venture, and despite fears and warnings of fractured friendships, theirs is still going strong! Stepping inside Crumbs brings an instant lightness and cheer to your day. The colorful umbrellas suspended above and the beautiful wooden trees surrounding you add a touch of whimsy to this go-to breakfast and brunch spot. Both families, including Amy’s daughters, Hannah and Lydia, as well as some friends, contributed to the naming, decorating, and overall feel of the restaurant. Jimmy’s two children, Konstantinos and Marietta, although too young to have an input when the family-family restaurant opened, will surely make their own contributions as the years go on. The love for the Danville community runs deep through the
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