Ted Bitter Gives the Rundown on Running Bean Runner

Patch recently asked you who your favorite local business owner was as part of our “Question of the Day” series and promised a feature on the winner. We had three winners – , and Ted Bitter. Here is the final feature of your three favorites. Once again, thanks to all that voted! 

Ted Bitter of Bean Runner Cafe

Ted Bitter, the man behind Bean Runner Café, was born in Jamaica, and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He opened his shop in Peekskill in September of 2008, and since that time the establishment has been the home to great live Jazz music on the weekends, as well as a variety of ongoing art shows, not to mention a killer cup of coffee. The menu at Bean Runner Café also offers hungry customers a delicious mix of 3 daily soups, salads, and over 13 different sandwiches (and that’s not including breakfast ones).

Perhaps one of the most unique features of BRC is the children’s room attached to the café’s serving area. Equipped with toys and crafts for kids, the room ensures parents can enjoy a cup or bite while their kids have some fun too.

Bitter states, “My ideas [for the café] grow as the demands change,” and with all of this greatness already at BRC, who knows what excitement is next to come.

Here is a brief Question and Answer with the business
owner:

PATCH: What inspired you in setting up your place?

BITTER: My inspiration comes from my mom who always treated the kids in my Brooklyn neighborhood to treats.

PATCH: What do you like about your customers?

BITTER: I like my customers for their understanding, kindness, patience and love. They are an extension of the Bean Runner family.

PATCH: What is the best thing about Peekskill?

BITTER: The best thing about Peekskill is its wonderful people and panoramic views of the Great Hudson River.

PATCH: What is the best deal you have to offer right now?

BITTER: The best deal I have right now is my great breakfast specials that are priced right for our economic downturn.