Comments for Man About Downtown at http://www.theind.com , comment 1 to 12 out of 12 comments http://www.theind.com Thu, 20 Jun 2013 03:36:08 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.3 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-17611 This sounds like a fabulous place and we may actully dine there soon. However there were some good points made by dodger and s___w dat. Who exactly is the downtown patron these days anyhow? We struggle with an identity crisis here, a lack of willingness to collaborate b/c there is such a small piece of the pie to divide so that everyone prospers. We have a small town territorial nature that impedes progress much of the time. Onward. - Betty Black Thu, 12 May 2011 14:10:54 +0100 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-16403 Congratulations! I love it when an American Dream come true! - Butternut121 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 14:18:06 +0100 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-16126 I am so proud of you my hun!!!! You made it - Kefah Balbeisi Fri, 01 Apr 2011 13:15:07 +0100 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-16105 Screw that- The problem IS the Downtown Development Authority which is an atrophied taxing body accountable to noone whose Executive Director is attached to the organization tighter than a barnicle. - dodger Thu, 31 Mar 2011 17:37:21 +0100 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-16095 I did work for Mr.Balbeisi at one of his restaurants almost for 4 years , and I cant tell you how hard working man he is . Now I have my own business and if I can thank any one for teaching me I would like to thank him . GOOG JOOP BOOS MAN..... You are great person. - D.H Thu, 31 Mar 2011 13:27:42 +0100 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-16072 Great article it remains to be seen if the concept will work.As I venture into the Downtown area as of late I cant help but notice more and more establishments seem to be going under and one of his recent restraunts Collage Caffe is no exception it lasted all of about 6 months after several years in the making.Downtown Developement needs to figure out where the problems seem to be before expecting individuals to open new establishments in the area.It seems Downtown has lots its appeal as of late and it will take more than TRYND to bring it back to life.Best of luck to him and his concept. - SCREW DAT Wed, 30 Mar 2011 23:52:16 +0100 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-16054 TrYnd is amazing! There isn't another place like it anywhere near here. You can dine on the balcony, patio or indoors at the Martini Bar or the Main Restaurant. My favorite Martini is the Lemon Blueberry and my favorite dish is the nocchi, mmmmm i think i might have to go tonight :-) - Aerielle Benoit Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:33:00 +0100 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-16053 Trynd is amazing! There is no other place in Lafayette where you can dine on a balcony and/or a patio and/or inside the restaurant. My favorite Martini is the Lemon Blueberry! yummmmm - Aerielle Benoit Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:29:46 +0100 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-16051 I was at the Grand Opening. The event was an amazing experience, unlike anything I've ever been to in Lafayette. My husband and I have since gone back for dinner. The food is unbelievable. Lafayette needed this. Nidal is gracious and humble and every good thing that comes his way is well deserved. Great article that captures the essence of Lafayette's newest jewel and the man behind it. - N Howard Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:38:10 +0100 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-16050 Nidal, keep being the man who works harder than anyone and you won't--you CAN'T--fail. Onward and upward, my man. You have raised the bar for both the bar and the restaurant business. In the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Rita, you saw me in a long line at Albertson's waiting to get bagged ice. You approached me and asked me to follow you to your restaurant (on Pinhook). I followed you--and several other people caravaned behind me. Once there, as rain poured in through your storm-ravaged roof, you personally bagged ice for all of us. You deserve every success you get out of Trynd--and ANY endeavor you ever undertake! - B Chermeat Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:13:37 +0100 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-16049 How the hell do you pronounce TRYND? TRY-nd.How do you pronounce "nd"? - IANDT Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:05:50 +0100 http://www.theind.com/cover-story/8019-man-about-downtown#comment-16047 Great article...very well written. Trynd is a perfect addition to the growing downtown area. It's amazing how so many people want to see you fail.....congratulations on a huge success Nidal. It's well deserved. - Alice M. Wed, 30 Mar 2011 14:54:54 +0100