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Does anyone know what happened to the restaurant 'Tata's' that was located in Lyndora, just off the bridge? My family ate there on numerous occasions and always found it quite enjoyable. The staff was always friendly and accommodating to our children. One particular instance is fondly remembered. We were relatively new to the area and were having dinner there. An elderly couple was seated in a nearby table, quietly observing our family of 7 children. As they left they both mentioned they were from large families and we conversed briefly about our experiences in raising a large family. Later, as I left and went to pay our bill, I was told it was picked up by the couple with the message that they were impressed by our children's behavior, they knew the expense involved in raising a large family, especially when going out to eat, and it was their pleasure to treat us as every little bit helped. The staff did not know - or at least did not let on that they knew - the couple's name. We returned frequently to Tata's but never were fortunate enough to meet or see them again. To our unknown friends, thanks. Only in Butler ...

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