ELEPHANT & CASTLE

"The author visited Elephant & Castle on its last day, noting a long line of locals. Despite hoping for other dishes, they ordered the Eggs and Apples Benedict and an Elephantburger for takeout. The restaurant is closing due to insufficient patronage, exacerbated by the pandemic."

"The commenter is saddened by the closure, comparing it to the loss of other beloved establishments like Cafe degli Artisti and the Peacock Caffe."

"Responding to a comment about leaving the city, this user agreed that the restaurant's closure is tragic for its employees, the neighborhood, and the city."

"The commenter expressed deep sadness and a personal commitment to leave NYC if the restaurant closes, criticizing the city for not valuing history over new developments. They consider the place a gem."

"The commenter expressed strong negative emotions regarding the restaurant's impending closure."

"The commenter expressed extreme sadness about the restaurant's closure and asked for potential actions, stating it is their favorite restaurant."

"The commenter simply expressed sadness about the news."

"The commenter questioned whether the business owners had explored options to sell the establishment before its closure."

"The commenter agreed that the eggs & apples Benedict was their favorite dish at the restaurant, expressing sadness over its closure."

"The commenter expressed sadness using an emoji."

"The commenter expressed disappointment with the city in light of the restaurant's closure."

"The commenter expressed distress upon hearing the news of the restaurant's closure."

"The commenter recalled ordering a gold and green omelette (cheddar and broccoli) at the restaurant many years ago, before 1981."

"The commenter highlighted the deliciousness of the poached egg on a latke served during brunch."

"The commenter expressed sadness about the closure, noting that the neighborhood needs more places like this rather than additional Italian restaurants or upscale coffee shops."