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SOUTHERN COMFORT
Where the Locals Eat
Full Name: Ya Goodrum (Wendy)
Title: Manager (and part owner)
What are your hours of operation?
Mon-Thurs: 11:00AM-3:00PM, 4:30PM-9:00PM
Fri & Sat: 11;30AM-9:30PM
Sunday: 11:30AM-9:00PM
Address: 33 S Main Street #101, #102, Waynesville NC
phone number: 828-246-6888
website: www.watamisushinoodles.com
We have online ordering on our website. Customers can
order and pay online and choose what time to pick it up.
Are you from Haywood County?
If not, where are you from?
No. I am from China originally. I have lived in Madison
County for 16 years.
What made you decide to go into the restaurant
business?
I want to bring healthy, fresh, delicious, high quality Asian
food to our customers.
How long have you been in the restaurant industry?
16 years
What did you do prior to this venture?
Molding Mechanical Design Engineer, Logistics, Retail web
based business, Realtor, I still own and operate Falcon Real
Estate Corp. in Marshall and every aspect of the
restaurant business.
What has been the best part so far?
We have gained lots of loyal customers. Our restaurant is
like their second home and everyone we meet is like family.
Why did you choose Haywood County to call home
for your restaurant?
The downtown area is a jewel. We love the mountains and
people!
Have you owned more than one restaurant?
If so, how many?
Yes, We have our sister restaurant “ Soba “ in Weaverville.
Tell us about the atmosphere inside of Watami
restaurant? (What can a customer expect?)
Watami means: love, peace and harmony. We try to live up
to that and welcome all who come through our doors. The
atmosphere is warm, intimate and courteous. The entire
staff tries to make Watami feel welcoming and familiar.
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