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Jan 21, 2013

Why did Danny Boy's become Weazy's?

Why did Danny Boy’s become Weazy’s? I recall a brief article on it stating it was the same owner with a new name.. It is my understanding that the originators of the restaurant in Rocky River opened the one here and then Hoty bought it from them soon after, but that was a few years ago. I was just wondering why it would change now after all this time. Established branding is pretty important. — Theresa in Perkins

Danny Boy's changed its name because Ed Hoty, the owner of the Milan Road restaurant, recently ended his franchise partnership with Danny Boy's, a small chain with locations in Rocky River, Broadview Heights, Youngstown, Canton and Chesterland. Hoty said the split was amicable.  “We enjoyed the relationship we had and they still support us,” Hoty said. “It was not a stressful situation.” The move gives him more control over the menu and business operations.  The name "Weazy" is the nickname of Louisa Hoty, Ed's wife.

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Comments

rickross2
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 12:44pm

Boycott that shizzle.

4shizzle
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 12:52pm

talking to me?

rickross2
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 12:56pm

Nope. Just using the word. 4sheezie

Morningbreezes1
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 1:17pm

I don't know! LOL I think they should have picked another name... When I think of "Weazy" AKA WEEZY it means...A wheezy cough or laugh comes from someone who has difficulty breathing, so it makes a whistling sound.. Either way, it doesn't sound to healthy!! :)

rickross2
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 1:23pm

Weazy's chicken and waffles

starryeyes83
Tue, 01/22/2013 - 3:11pm

Wait , didn't the Jeffersons tv show have wheezy as the wife's nickname Louise?

StuHart
Tue, 01/22/2013 - 3:39pm

Agreed.

Huron_1969
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 1:22pm

We went there Saturday night and the place was packed. The menu is a little better IMO and the food, service, portions and prices are very good. I don't care what the name is as long as it is a good place to go

Good 2 B Me
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 1:56pm

I agree. Food, Service, Portions and Prices are so vital. Especially with a family. They could call it just about anything that they want as long as it is good!

tk
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 1:23pm

Made me think of "The Jefferson's". George always called Louise "Weasy".

Kelly
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 1:51pm

It's a stupid name. All I can think of is someone gasping for air. The thought actually turns my stomach instead of making me want to eat there.

Huron_1969
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 1:54pm

Why does it make you think of gasping for air?

Kelly
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 8:06pm

Because my dad had lung disease and used to wheeze constantly before he passed away. The name is repulsive.

richrs
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 3:07pm

So don't go. It's as simple as that.

2cents
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 2:15pm

Had a small pizza there Saturday for lunch. Did not notice the name until I looked at the menu. Food is good but pizza price is high.

StuHart
Tue, 01/22/2013 - 3:42pm

The bottom line with every name and menu change = higher prices. That's the reason I was the most disappointed with this change, let alone the questionable new name.

deertracker
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 3:22pm

Danny Boys wasn't that good!

luvthesun
Tue, 01/22/2013 - 12:42pm

Seriously? Guessing you don't care for Italian food. They are the best around. I do love the Spaghetti Warehouse in Columbus though. I've never heard of anyone who didn't like Danny Boy's. Looking forward to eating at Weazy's Italian Eatery soon!!

Justme...
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 3:28pm

Went last weekend - same great food and service and nice changes inside. Still love the atmosphere.

totallyamazed
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 3:46pm

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reporter54
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 4:54pm

Louisa's would have been a more pleasant-sounding name. Why must we shorten everyone's name anyway? Proper given names are often more pleasant to the ear. I think it's just lazy to shorten someone's name, especially if they don't want you to. And to misspell it is even worse. It's insulting. Some do it on purpose. Others give you a nickname (which can also be insulting or a joke). Met that Hoty guy. Kind of a.....

God Of Thunder
Tue, 01/22/2013 - 6:32am

Wow....Really??? Now we are psycho-analyzing nicknames huh???

Huron_1969
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 5:15pm

Guess if you try hard enough you can complain about anything.... negativity only generates more negativity

HS Sports Fan
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 5:23pm

Tourist driving by might not associate the name with Italian food

deertracker
Tue, 01/22/2013 - 8:27am

Is that what they serve there? My bad!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nicole
Tue, 01/22/2013 - 9:27am

Wouldn't "Weazy's Italian Eatery" give it away that it's Italian food??

Most Wanted
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 8:04pm

I've always enjoyed the food, atmosphere and service. I was wondering what the name change was about, Weazy sounded kind of sleazy...(seriously), glad it was explained, nice to know it's an endearment. Don't care what it's called...but I do have to say the new sign looks like a turd instead of a breadstick or whatever it's supposed to look like. Might want to change that, not very appealing in color or looks. Might not matter to the old crowd because we know the food is good, but not very catchy to new comers.

arnmcrmn
Mon, 01/21/2013 - 9:13pm

Maybe they might have a menu item called the Obaminator. It will empty your pockets, tax the guy next to you and overall leave you with gut rot.

Just Sayin IMHO
Tue, 01/22/2013 - 8:18am

Not a big fan of the name, weazy, either... I woulda liked Louisa's Italian Eatery (if its still italian) or Louisa'a ____ ____ (fill in the blank)... weazy's sounds like a diner... i saw danny boys as an upscale casual kinda place...

deertracker
Tue, 01/22/2013 - 8:28am

Louisa's garbage!

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