Contrary to the trial court's finding, the terms "coffee shop" and "delicatessen" are ambiguous in the context of this case and, thus, it was error to refuse all evidence concerning the negotiations for plaintiff's lease inasmuch as such evidence bears directly on the parties' intent. Accordingly, we remand the matter for a new trial at which the intent of the parties should be explored to determine whether plaintiff negotiated for and received the restrictive covenant so...
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