05/08/2026
Dear all,
I want to explain in detail what has been happening over the past few days and why I wasn't able to open for work yesterday.
The neighboring business (local 86, Beauty Salon "SpainNails" DE/ES continues to operate without a license and without any supporting documentation. Over the past several days, the police have already come multiple times and shut them down — but they keep reopening regardless. I'm currently in the process of purchasing this property, and what's happening is directly tied to that: they're trying by any means to hold their ground, despite having no legal basis to do so.
Each time, I personally have to stand my ground and defend the situation in front of the police and other parties — explaining, proving that I'm in the right. This has taken a huge toll on my nerves and resources, and yesterday it ultimately meant I couldn't open for work — not by choice, but because I had to deal with these ongoing attacks.
I want to emphasize: despite the pressure, the law is on my side — the police are officially shutting their business down, they're simply ignoring it and reopening anyway. I apologize that this affected the work schedule, and I'm keeping the situation under control.
Right now, your support means more to me than ever. Over the years, Retro Bar has become so much more than just a place where I work. Thanks to all of you, it has become a place where people come not only for a drink, but to meet friends, share laughs, forget about life’s problems for a while, and simply feel at home.
That’s why your kind words, your comments, and simply knowing that you’re with me give me the strength to keep going, no matter how difficult things get.
Yesterday was the only day that circumstances got the better of me. But that won’t change what I love doing. Today we’re open again, and I’ll keep fighting for what I believe in.
Thank you to every single one of you who continues to stand by us. I promise that all of this will soon be behind us, and we’ll get back to what we do best—sharing great evenings, good music, laughter, and the unique atmosphere we’ve built together.
Because Retro Bar isn’t just a bar. It’s our family. ❤️
Your Ana and Dima