An anonymous source sent me some info and pics about Raiford’s, which will have its public grand re-opening Friday night. Raiford, Paula and the entire staff will be back. They will be driving the Caddies around Downtown Friday and making a grand entrance. (By the way – the usual rule, which is to get to Raiford’s late, around 1 or even 2, does not apply Friday night – be there at 10 or you’ll likely be standing in a long, long line.) They are working on getting Vance closed between Main and Mulberry Friday and Saturday nights, because it will be such a huge celebration. I was sent some pics of the remodeling, much of which is being done by the man himself, as you can see below. I’ve been told the inside looks quite authentic, but they have also made improvements over the old setup where needed (bathrooms).
Good thing I didn’t throw away my disco party clothes when Raiford’s closed back in May. Looks like my Disco Paul persona will make a return this weekend. I’ll probably make a stop by the Saucer on the way there and freak out all the frat boys and meatheads who take that place over on Friday nights. Guess it’s time to break out the platform shoes
