Cooperative taxi bar in Zaragoza reopens

The Cooperativa de Taxis bar in Zaragoza reopened on Friday, May 15, after roughly two months closed, according to local reports. The cafeteria, at Avenida Gómez Laguna 151-155, had shut in late February after the retirement of Mariano, the previous operator, whose departure drew attention in Zaragoza’s taxi sector. The venue resumed service this weekend, bringing back a stop used by taxi drivers and neighborhood residents for breakfasts, sandwiches and set dishes. Local outlets El Periódico de Aragón, Hoy Aragón and Heraldo all reported the reopening on May 15. ### When did the bar close, and why did it reopen now? Hoy Aragón reported that the cafeteria closed in February after Mariano, the longtime owner, retired after 24 years running the business. The same outlet said the closure was not expected to be permanent, and that a new concession was being arranged while the premises were prepared for reopening. (elperiodicodearagon.com) Heraldo reported that February 28 marked the end of the previous stage of the business and that the premises later reopened on May 15 after refurbishment. El Periódico de Aragón also said the bar returned to activity on May 15 after two months closed. ### Who is running the bar now? Heraldo identified the new operator as Grupo Tikismiquis, saying the company took over after the prior management’s 24-year run. (hoyaragon.es) The paper said the new team reopened the bar with full service and presented the project as keeping “the same essence as always.” (elperiodicodearagon.com) El Periódico de Aragón described the relaunch as a continuation of the venue’s traditional line, with homemade food and reduced prices. That account said the bar returned with “vinos con alma, cañas bien tiradas y guisos de siempre,” a promotional line used in the reopening coverage. ### Why is this bar so closely tied to Zaragoza’s taxi trade? (heraldo.es) Hoy Aragón said the cafeteria is a reference point for taxi drivers across Zaragoza and also a well-known place for residents of the surrounding neighborhood. The outlet described the closure in February as leaving a gap in the local taxi sector because of the bar’s role as a daily meeting place. (elperiodicodearagon.com) The city of Zaragoza’s tourism listing identifies the establishment as “Cooperativa del Taxi” at Avenida Gómez Laguna 151-155, confirming the location long associated with the taxi cooperative. The cooperative’s own website presents the Zaragoza taxi cooperative as a longstanding city transport organization, though it does not detail the bar reopening. (hoyaragon.es) ### What is back on offer for customers? Hoy Aragón reported that customers can again use the bar for bocadillos, almuerzos and guisos. El Periódico de Aragón said the reopening kept a traditional format centered on homemade food and lower prices. Heraldo said the business reopened after being given a refresh and was again providing full service from Friday. (zaragoza.es) The reports did not specify a new long-term expansion plan or a change in the venue’s function beyond the management handover and reopening. ### What has been confirmed, and what remains limited? (hoyaragon.es) Three Zaragoza-area news outlets independently reported the same core facts: the bar closed in late February, reopened on May 15 and remains an established meeting spot linked to the city’s taxi trade. The available reporting is narrower on operating hours, staffing levels and the financial terms of the new concession. (heraldo.es) As of Sunday, May 17, the concrete next step is continued service under the new management at Avenida Gómez Laguna 151-155, with the venue again open to taxi workers and local customers, according to the reopening reports and the city’s listing. (hoyaragon.es) (elperiodicodearagon.com)