Cafe Goodluck is back and better than ever — freshly revamped and serving smiles on FC Road, Pune!
By Prashant for PuneriPages.in
For Punekars, Cafe Goodluck is more than just a place to grab a bite. It’s where college memories were made, where late-night bun maska cravings were answered, and where generations sipped cutting chai while the city buzzed by. So when the news broke about the iconic joint being shut down due to hygiene issues, it hit hard—like really hard.
But guess what? Goodluck is back!
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A Temporary Pause, Not a Goodbye
Earlier this month, the FDA raided Cafe Goodluck and found some hygiene lapses. Now, let’s be honest—it was disappointing to hear. The place we all love was in the headlines for the wrong reasons. But the owners didn’t waste time. They got down to fixing things almost immediately. After all, when a place is loved this much, you don’t let it fall apart.
What Changed Behind the Scenes
The FDA had a checklist, and Goodluck ticked every box in record time:
- Deep cleaning of the entire kitchen and service area
- Use of proper storage units for raw materials
- Staff trained again in food safety protocols
- Updated pest control and garbage disposal measures
In less than a week, a fresh inspection was done, and the FDA gave the go-ahead. No legal case, no pending issues. Just a clean chit and a cleaner cafe.
Why This Feels Personal
Ask anyone who’s lived in Pune long enough, and they’ll have a Goodluck story. Mine? I remember bunking college lectures just to sit by the window seat with friends, splitting a keema pav and two bun maskas. There’s something about the vibe—the waiters in white uniforms, the old-school menu, the slight chaos—that feels like home.
So yeah, when I heard it had reopened, I had to go. Not for a review, not for content—but to relive that memory. And let me tell you, it felt like the city exhaled in relief.
Goodluck Ahead
This whole episode is a wake-up call—for Goodluck and for all of us who love old institutions. Legacy is great, but hygiene is non-negotiable. Thankfully, Cafe Goodluck took the feedback in stride and bounced back stronger.
So the next time you’re on FC Road, drop by. Order your usual. Sit by that window. And just feel glad that some things, even if briefly interrupted, find a way to come back.
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