06/03/2023
We’re very sorry to announce that Croton Corners will be closing on June 30, 2023. It was a difficult decision for our family but we have run out of runway to keep the business operational. Our sister business, Double Docs Design, has also closed their retail location on Grand Street, though they will continue to sell their wares on the flea market circuit.
There was a lot of optimism in 2021 about starting these businesses in Croton. The Grand Openings were well-attended, and we had lots of curious people coming in to enjoy sodas and arcade time. We were excited to be a part of this community.
But after our first holiday season, the Omicron variant hit, and sales tanked. Once that died down, we decided to open the tea shop in March of 2022. It was initially very successful! It has been going slow, but relatively steady. We’ve had a fabulous response to the tea offerings, in large part due to the fabulous scones and desserts from Red Door Baking, who has partnered with us.
It’s clear to us that if we had more time (and money to keep us on track) to get the word out across Westchester, our place would have eventually become profitable. But the current numbers don’t lie: overall revenue has been steadily declining and we can no longer afford to keep Croton Corners running.
To our incredible staff, past and present, thank you for everything. The store wouldn’t have been the same without you. We wish you the very best of luck in all you do. At the very least, you can make a great egg cream and you can brew tea properly!
To those customers who came and patronized our businesses, we thank you! You kept us going through the end of the pandemic and the recent inflation crisis. We saw so many smiling faces, of children with candy and floats, families playing old arcade games, or groups enjoying the best high tea in Westchester. We will miss you all!
Our last day will be June 30, 2023. Until that day, we look forward to serving you one last time. Come by and get your favorite float combos, teas, and play in the arcade. You’ll find that most merch is half off too.
We’ve learned a lot, and will bring our positive energy to future endeavors. We wish all of you the very best.
Sincerely,
The Tokke Family
