American Coney Island in Detroit frustrated over Lafayette's rat closure "We are not one of the same"
The owner of American Coney Island in Detroit says the recent closure of Lafayette Coney Island due to rat infestation impacts their business.
Lafayette Coney Island fires back at American, posts pest control report
Lafayette, at 118 W. Lafayette Blvd., was inspected by the health department Friday, Denise Fair Razo, Detroit's chief public health officer, told the Free Press on Saturday. She said a consumer had complained about seeing rats while dining.
American Coney Island owner: Don't confuse us with our neighbor
Grace Keros wants customers to know that her restaurant is not affiliated with one next door. Lafayette Coney Island shut down Friday because of rat issue.
Rat problem fuels rivalry between Lafayette and American Coney Island
A rat problem that has temporarily shut down Lafayette Coney Island for the second time since 2022 has fueled a feud between the legendary restaurant and its next-door neighbor American Coney Island.
American Coney Island owner outraged over neighboring Lafayette's rat problem
A reported rat infestation intensifies the rivalry between two competing coney island restaurants in downtown Detroit.
'The city needs to help': Lafayette Coney Island responds after second closure due to rats
After rats led to another closure at Detroit's Lafayette Coney Island, the downtown restaurant took to social media to address the issue - along with accusations made by a neighboring business owner.
American Coney Island says Lafayette Coney rat closure is hurting business
American Coney Island says a rat infestation that temporarily closed its Downtown Detroit neighbor, Lafayette Coney Island, is impacting business.
American Coney Island owner speaks to media
American Coney Island owner Grace Keros said she was "pissed," Monday morning. Here's why. The owner of American Coney Island levied harsh words against Lafayette Coney Island after a rat infestation shut down the adjacent business last week.
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Coney Island community board comes out against Thor Equities’ $3B casino plan
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Rat infestation forces famous Michigan Coney Island restaurant to close
DETROIT - One of the most well-known restaurants in Michigan has been forced to temporarily close due to a rat infestation.