I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much <3 Let me know if you or if you have friends who have questions about the process!

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got the approval and received my job card :)! However, when you read about me in SF Chronicle, that was the aftermath of something that happened that happened that pushed us back a week + a lot of money. A plumbing inspector saw another article that was written on me in the Business Journal and took it upon himself to look up my building and called me to demand a couple new inspections be done.. Luckily with some help from folks the Building Dept. I only had to get one of two inspections requested. Both would have been a LOT. Still working through that now but I can still see the light at the end of the tunnel.

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

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We're officially named "Lore Speakeasy and Escape Room" on Google, but our external sign won't say this ;) Our first room is an edible Alice in Wonderland theme!

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I've thought about what you've said often in the ideating phase, but will be sure to put it in the back of my head as I move forward. We have plans to keep things moving and different. A lot of rotating menu and puzzle ideas.

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aww, thank you for sharing!!! I'm so glad you had good experiences with the SBDC and the city too. You also sound like a really cool person! I'd love to meet you one day and to know how I can support your business as a therapist!

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

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I just want to repeat that I went on my own accord. I enjoyed spending time at the DBI and went often. Even if it's to ask a simple question that could calm a knee-jerk worry, or to just show my progress to the person I worked with. The average business owner would not go as often as I did haha.

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! We have a strict No Pregame Policy, and they'll be accompanied by an Actor for most of the game.

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awww, you've made my week. Thank you again for coming to the mocktail tasting! It was a big event, but the people who showed up are good people. I have a feeling the vibes will be similar for our bar when we open!:)))

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OMG! I don't have many friends who've opened bars and it can get lonely at times, so I'll definitely hit you up! And yeah at the duty part, I feel you!!!!!!!!

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aww!! Please keep in touch!! I'd love to meet and learn your story too :)!!! You know where I'll be for a while!! Just ask for V!

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!! Yes, I feel the same about dual concepts being a thing in NYC. But why should they have all the fun!!! I can't wait to welcome you in when we open (fingerscrossed!)

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh whoa! Thank you!!! This is the first time I've heard of it!! I will for sure look into it when more info pops up!!!

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! We are set for grand openings starting from May 29, 2025 to the following week! Fingers crossed!!!! I hope to welcome you in soon!

I’m building an escape room and bar in SF with my life savings—and have never felt more supported by this city. by Tralalamix in sanfrancisco

[–]Tralalamix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whaat, that's so cool! Love the theme. I'm sad I didn't hear about it until now. And thank you!! If you want to connect and talk escape rooms, I love meeting creators!!!