Since opening in Tremont two summers ago, Battr at 910 Literary Road, has been "on an upward trajectory," says owner Issa Elkhatib. The sweets shop specializes in Belgian waffles, Hong Kong-style bubble waffles and French crepes, which are rolled into cones and filled with a choice of gelatos.

So far, the only obstacle is space; at 600 square feet, the Tremont shop's wee dimensions are proving to be a curb on production, business and catering.

"We love Tremont," says Elkhatib. "Our goal is to stay in Tremont because we like the area, but we're in need of more space. Having a second location could resolve some of these space issues."

After searching for just such a place, Elkhatib says that he found one in Lakewood. At 1,750 square feet, the shop at 15000 Detroit Ave. is nearly tripl

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