Just saw that Ruby Tuesday is no longer in existence at Marsh Landing. Same goes for Cold Stone Creamery over there.
get used to this. It is going to be a common site.
What will the winning Florida Lottery numbers be on July 18?
Quote from: RiversideGator on January 21, 2009, 03:33:02 PM
What will the winning Florida Lottery numbers be on July 18?
I think you mean Republic of Texas' winning lotto numbers.
You can usually see these coming.
Quote from: stephendare on January 21, 2009, 03:34:32 PM
and the answer is: Invest in Stocks and Real Estate! (riversidegator, February 08)
Dont think I advised people to "invest in stocks" in 2/08 but real estate was and is a sound investment as are stocks over the long haul. Thanks for reminding everyone.
BTW, any investment "advice" from StephenDare enterprises to bestow upon us?
Karlene's is now open in the Cold Stone spot at Marsh Landing. Not a single soul in there this morning...
Ritz camera store is now closed at Marsh landing
In Tinseltown, the David Gates' Golf Superstore closed, the former Bad Ass Coffee closed, Camille's closed. Wendy's on St Johns Bluff closed also.
KFC/A&W closed on San Jose Blvd north of the Julington Creek bridge over the weekend...Surprising, this was a new building that openned within the last 2 years...I would imagine that building will sit for a LONG time! Not easily convertible
I noticed the S&K on Southside in front of the Avenues is finally closed. In the same center there was also a Circuit City and a Linens and Things.
In San Marco, I see that the Bath & Linens store next to Underwoods has a "space for lease" banner hanging over it even though the store appeared to be open. I guess the end is near for it and the landlord is thinking ahead.
Also read in the paper that Atlanta Bread closed in Lakewood although the article said they already had a replacement tenant moving in.
I was at SJTC over the weekend. Cheesecake Factory still had a full house from appearances but the wait was only 5 minutes, not the usual hour plus. Could have been that I was there mid afternoon on a holiday weekend. Did see one vacant storefront on a corner in the new section toward Capital Grille. Don't know if it was previously occupied.
More and more, I see vacant storefronts in the strip centers along our avenues. Many stores appear to be closing without much of a whimper or press.
Overall, I think we still have way too much retail and agree that the worst in that area is yet to come.
MJ does a construction update each month. Maybe it should go out to strip centers with the cameras and document the opposite, what's disappearing. Unfortunately, right now that might make for a longer article.
Park and King is pretty empty on King south of Park. The turn around from Cafe Carmon to Taverna has been really quick and I'm very excited.
PS- I think Stephendare's prediction is right on the money. I interned at a commercial brokerage this spring and it was pretty obvious that the market was doomed.
which prediction...collapse in July or November...or both?
When did RBS in 5 Points go out of business? I noticed it's "5 Points Antiques" now.
Though i never visited, that place was there forever......
Quote from: stjr on September 09, 2009, 03:26:17 PM
In San Marco, I see that the Bath & Linens store next to Underwoods has a "space for lease" banner hanging over it even though the store appeared to be open. I guess the end is near for it and the landlord is thinking ahead.
Also read in the paper that Atlanta Bread closed in Lakewood although the article said they already had a replacement tenant moving in.
I was at SJTC over the weekend. Cheesecake Factory still had a full house from appearances but the wait was only 5 minutes, not the usual hour plus. Could have been that I was there mid afternoon on a holiday weekend. Did see one vacant storefront on a corner in the new section toward Capital Grille. Don't know if it was previously occupied.
More and more, I see vacant storefronts in the strip centers along our avenues. Many stores appear to be closing without much of a whimper or press.
Overall, I think we still have way too much retail and agree that the worst in that area is yet to come.
MJ does a construction update each month. Maybe it should go out to strip centers with the cameras and document the opposite, what's disappearing. Unfortunately, right now that might make for a longer article.
the landlord is owner of the business..
A great loss for Jacksonville...They have great stuff....and I don't know of anyone else who carries the same merchandise
So I decided to go over to Tinsletown on my way home last night. There are four free standing restaurant buildings on the east side of Soutside Blvd next to Tinsletown. They used to house Winghouse, South Street/Dick's Wings, RJ Gator's, Gallery Eclectic/Legends/Something else I am sure I am missing.
Quote from: fsu813 on September 10, 2009, 01:08:48 AM
When did RBS in 5 Points go out of business? I noticed it's "5 Points Antiques" now.
Though i never visited, that place was there forever......
They were basically forced to downsize as the rent was jsut way too high. The main store is now inside the Metro Nightclub on Plum near McDuff, but have a kept a small spot inside the antique store as well.
"The End of Consumer Culture" - This would be a great thing. Unfortunately, it needs to happen gradually and not cold turkey and also needs to coincide with a decline in population.
Quote from: Deuce on September 10, 2009, 09:02:13 AM
"The End of Consumer Culture" - This would be a great thing. Unfortunately, it needs to happen gradually and not cold turkey and also needs to coincide with a decline in population.
You first ;)
Quote from: Deuce on September 10, 2009, 09:02:13 AM
"The End of Consumer Culture" - This would be a great thing. Unfortunately, it needs to happen gradually and not cold turkey and also needs to coincide with a decline in population.
So it will never happen in India?
In the case of WingHouse, their lease was up and the landlord wanted to increase by about 25%....apparently they were doing just fine and hope to re-open in a new location sometime next year.
Quote from: tufsu1 on September 10, 2009, 09:36:29 AM
In the case of WingHouse, their lease was up and the landlord wanted to increase by about 25%....apparently they were doing just fine and hope to re-open in a new location sometime next year.
That makes sense. They would do great in Jax Beach.
Quote from: tufsu1 on September 10, 2009, 09:36:29 AM
In the case of WingHouse, their lease was up and the landlord wanted to increase by about 25%....apparently they were doing just fine and hope to re-open in a new location sometime next year.
25%?? Who was their landlord? Smart move on their part, but I hate that they had to go through all that trouble. I love wing house.
reednavy,
RBS has kept a small spot inside the antique store?
(ha)
that must be interesting
Quote from: fsu813 on September 10, 2009, 11:50:48 AM
reednavy,
RBS has kept a small spot inside the antique store?
(ha)
that must be interesting
That's what it says on their website, via Metro's page.
The rent they were being charged was too much, so they decided to downsize, which was a good idea.
Plus, they also had a problem with people under age going into the store, specifically the adult section. That would've caused a HUGE mess to say the least.
I do believe the Applebee's in Regency has also closed. Although someone told me perhaps they are renovating?? anybody heard anything different?
Quote from: reednavy on September 10, 2009, 11:59:56 AM
Plus, they also had a problem with people under age going into the store, specifically the adult section. That would've caused a HUGE mess to say the least.
That's why someone invented the mop and bucket
Quote from: Sportmotor on September 10, 2009, 05:18:03 PM
That's why someone invented the mop and bucket
You just had to go there. Lol.
Ahh yes, I was young and innocent, and still knee deep in the creek catching tadpoles.
...Until I stumbled across that "back corner" in RBS. ;D
I just drove past the ruby tuesday at the beach (marsh landing) and they're tearing the building down.
I didn't see any signs of what they're going to put up (if anything).
Aww, such a loss to Marsh Landing, not.
They're also doing some demolition in the South Beach Regional shopping center near Edwin Watts Golf.
Wendy's on St Johns Bluff closed also. - That was where the shooting took place, as well.
July was only a bad month compared to the previous months, when the numbers come out for August, you will see that back to school was abismal, and this will lead to August with bad numbers. Face it, the consumer is hurting and not spending. The 22 billion paid off in July of Credit Card debt shows people are scared to spend.
Suprisingly enough, residential real estate is doing quite well for single-family houses and first time home buyers.
It makes sense that more and more people are opting to eat at home rather than splurging on restaurants these days. Like I said somewhere else, I haven't been shopping in a regular mall in years. I've stopped in a couple of places but didn't buy anything.
Applebee's in Julington Creek just closed in the last few days. Getting a little crazy down there. There is so much empty retail space down there, it is going to take years before it starts to turn the other way. Several of the new strip plazas built on that area in the last 2 years have never had tenants! Yet they continue to build more...Just dont get it?
Applebee's overall has been hurting for years, and I'm not surprised at all.
The other day I was driving on Atlantic and there were 4 homeless people eating under the porch what looked like a former chain italian restaurant. Very post-apocalyptic looking.
I think that used to be a Fazzoli's.
Quote from: Captain Zissou on September 14, 2009, 04:59:36 PM
The other day I was driving on Atlantic and there were 4 homeless people eating under the porch what looked like a former chain italian restaurant. Very post-apocalyptic looking.
I was thinking New American Chic.
Quote from: jaxmortgageguy on September 14, 2009, 04:48:34 PM
Applebee's in Julington Creek just closed in the last few days. Getting a little crazy down there. There is so much empty retail space down there, it is going to take years before it starts to turn the other way. Several of the new strip plazas built on that area in the last 2 years have never had tenants! Yet they continue to build more...Just dont get it?
There is a plaza on St Augustine/US1 that has two tenants and probably at least a dozen empty spaces that have never been occupied. There is a new plaza I saw on Philips/Sunbeam with one tenant and four or five never occupied spaces. It seems to be the newest trend.
Poor Bayard.
Quote from: jaxmortgageguy on September 14, 2009, 04:48:34 PM
Applebee's in Julington Creek just closed in the last few days. Getting a little crazy down there. There is so much empty retail space down there, it is going to take years before it starts to turn the other way. Several of the new strip plazas built on that area in the last 2 years have never had tenants! Yet they continue to build more...Just dont get it?
NO! Are you serious? :/ I loved going there
Quote from: coredumped on September 12, 2009, 01:29:48 PM
I just drove past the ruby tuesday at the beach (marsh landing) and they're tearing the building down.
I didn't see any signs of what they're going to put up (if anything).
Rumor is that it will be a Chik-Fil-A
Quote from: Captain Zissou on September 09, 2009, 03:28:07 PM
Park and King is pretty empty on King south of Park. The turn around from Cafe Carmon to Taverna has been really quick and I'm very excited.
Yeah, but that isn't necessarily market-related. It's more douchebag-landlord-related...
Quote from: aj_fresh on September 15, 2009, 12:19:09 PM
Quote from: coredumped on September 12, 2009, 01:29:48 PM
I just drove past the ruby tuesday at the beach (marsh landing) and they're tearing the building down.
I didn't see any signs of what they're going to put up (if anything).
Rumor is that it will be a Chik-Fil-A
Chik-Fil-A, and I guess fast food in general because of a low price point, seems unaffected by the economic slow down. I have really never understood the long lines at Chik-Fil-A (at least the one here on Roosevelt that my daughter likes to go to). Their product quality is about the same as McD and BK. Service is a bit better though.
The service is usually alot better. And usually they are capable of getting your order correct.
Product is on par with McD's and BK? WTF are you smoking?
Quote from: reednavy on September 18, 2009, 10:05:28 PM
Product is on par with McD's and BK? WTF are you smoking?
Uhh...Marlboro Lights...yea...it's the same frozen/pre-processed sh*t that they all serve.
In a way perhaps, but IMO, CFAs is of better quality and doesn't taste like it has been rozen before. You also get a better cut of chicken breast from them anyways.
Barbeques Galore and the Great Frame Up in the World Market shopping center (Jax beach) is now closed.
Woody's BBQ in Ponte Vedra was closed when I drove by last week.
BK on Baymeadows has also closed.
Quote from: aj_fresh on October 07, 2009, 12:44:19 PM
Barbeques Galore and the Great Frame Up in the World Market shopping center (Jax beach) is now closed.
I used to live around the corner and those places had been empty since they opened, I'm surprised they lasted this long. Big strip malls at the beach have a hard time keeping stores in business. They all seem a little depressing when you go to them. Not sure what the answer could be.
They also tore down the old Hooters in the Stein Mart shopping center at A1A and JTB.
The whole side of the shopping center has been empty for years seemingly. I remember during the summer that side being used as a makeshift trolly depot.
Quote from: aj_fresh on September 15, 2009, 12:19:09 PM
Quote from: coredumped on September 12, 2009, 01:29:48 PM
I just drove past the ruby tuesday at the beach (marsh landing) and they're tearing the building down.
I didn't see any signs of what they're going to put up (if anything).
Rumor is that it will be a Chik-Fil-A
Confirmed: Chik-Fil-A
The Great American Outdoor, or whatever it was called, store at the SJTC closed. It is now a halloween store!
So sad to hear the Panera in San Marco will be closing. I frequent that location, but hopefulyl they move into downtown.
Quote from: reednavy on October 20, 2009, 04:38:46 PM
So sad to hear the Panera in San Marco will be closing. I frequent that location, but hopefully they move into downtown.
:D :D :D fat chance!
Quote from: JaxBorn1962 on October 26, 2009, 11:13:49 AM
:D :D :D fat chance!
Can you back all that fake laughter up with reasoning and/or facts?
kate spade at the SJTC has closed.
Pier One Imports on Southside Blvd is closing too.
Even faster, Oceanology, the old Sharper Image store, is closing soon. If I'm counting right, they didn't last 6 months. Looking into the store last night, I see why, it looks like hippie beach clothing, more suited for a location Jax Beach or so.
Hixon's Surf Shop has closed too.
If the whole place burned down tomorrow...
Would it make a sound?
Probably not with OUR readers!
Gotta love you people.
OCKLAWAHA
Quote from: British Shoe Company on January 10, 2010, 11:19:46 AM
Hixon's Surf Shop has closed too.
Hixons? That's a Jax institution, isn't it? How many decades where they around?
I noticed last weekend that the Belk's Men's and Children's at the Avenues Mall had closed. It was in the old Parisian space. I assume they will be combining their inventory with the other Belk's in the south end of the mall.
they did combine the stores back together...as they were before Parisian closed
Sierra Grille at Baymeadows & Southside is closing for good after tonight. There only other location around here is by Target in south Jax Beach.
I avoid going into stores that are near closing because I feel like a vulture picking over the body of the someone near death. Even though I barely make any money I try to spend what I do earn locally.
This thread has been dormant for a while. Here are some recent closings I know of. I am sure plenty can be added.
O'Charleys on Atlantic/Kernan
Ben and Jerry's on Wells in OP
Food Lion on Beach/Southside (possibly re-opening as a Rowe's?)
Race Trac on Beach near Parental Home.
And I saw the Wendys on Beach across from Mayfair Village was all shut down. I use to work over near there and that place was always busy.
There seem to be a lot of Wendy's closing recently. Roosevelt Boulevard near NAS. Airport Road near JIA. Shame. For fast food, their stuff's not bad.
Ham's on Roosevelt @ St. Johns is now Fast Boys Wings.
My wife was sad to see Swoozie's close at SJTC, but I think the chain is closing all stores nationwide.
Swoozie's is closing antionwide because of bankruptcy.
I wonder if a local Wendy's franchise company or persons had gone under. That'd be the only thing I could think of because you rarely see fast food joints close. The Fifth Thid Bank 'COMING SOON" sign is back up where the Roosevelt Wendy's used to be by Super Target.
The Popeye's on Roosevelt near Timuquana has closed, and was recently gutted and is now open as a Dunkin Donuts. You know that place is packed every morning because of the base nearby.
I had not been to the Avenues in a while but noticed the other day that Barney's closed and there at least two other empty storefronts in the food court.
Sadly, Renna's on Baymeadows closed today.
I noticed on a recent trip to the SJTC that there is now a Dollar Store located in one of the corner locations.If I am not mistaken, this was an interior design store before. Does anyone remeber what store was there before the Dollar Store?
Wasn't that some kind of wicker store or some such nonsense?
The interior design store was called DOTI - Designs of the Interior - and was located where the AT&T store is now.
DOTI is based in Ponte Vedra according to their website
Quote from: Traveller on June 29, 2010, 03:04:29 PM
There seem to be a lot of Wendy's closing recently. Roosevelt Boulevard near NAS. Airport Road near JIA. Shame. For fast food, their stuff's not bad.
For some reason, it seems like Wendy's and Checkers are the most hit hard concerning fast food closings in this city. The only Checkers I know that reopened from a hiatus is the one on Kings Rd (a former closed Rally's; I'm aware that Rally's & Checkers are under the same company.)
Quote from: reednavy on September 18, 2009, 10:57:17 PM
In a way perhaps, but IMO, CFAs is of better quality and doesn't taste like it has been rozen before. You also get a better cut of chicken breast from them anyways.
I worked at Chick-fil-A back in the 1990s. From my experience, it is the Chick-fil-A family environment that sets it off from the other fast food places. They are closed on Sundays, and this surely appeals to those who still can recall the days of the old Blue Laws.
As for assertions about frozen food? Hardly! I hand breaded many of the chicken breasts that we used in the sandwiches. Today, they have a nice variety of fruits and other healthful alternatives to the usual 'fries with that' deal that others offer.
That is quite a list of businesses that have gone under. Too bad. Sign of the times .
@Timkin -- Makes you yearn for the days of Furchgott's, doesn't it? : )
Seriously!!! :) I hope we see a turn in this trend, but I feel it will continue this way for some time to come.
And yet......... I see new strip malls going up in various places...some never getting completed. But stores closing right and left. The intersection of Atlantic/ Southside is pretty much a ghost town.
Most of the local Jacksonville Wendy's are owned by a franchisee in Michigan. Closing losing stores or marginal stores is just part of business.
I suppose that is true of any business...but you would not think fast food chains would shut down so rapidly..not one as popular as Wendy's
When the dope dealers are not slinging on the corners, you know the economy is hurting everyone. The fast food peeps are no different, no matter how cheap they make hamburgers and cheeseburgers.
Bad Ass Coffee closed. That one seriously bummed me out- their frozen drinks were the best I've ever had. We used to have Pho King Bad Ass nights where we'd go eat at PK Noodles and then head over to Bad Ass for dessert. :(
Quote from: thekillingwax on June 30, 2010, 11:20:06 AM
Bad Ass Coffee closed. That one seriously bummed me out- their frozen drinks were the best I've ever had. We used to have Pho King Bad Ass nights where we'd go eat at PK Noodles and then head over to Bad Ass for dessert. :(
That was a tough location to begin with. I noticed last night they closed.
Quote from: jbroadglide on June 29, 2010, 02:40:13 PM
And I saw the Wendys on Beach across from Mayfair Village was all shut down. I use to work over near there and that place was always busy.
Yess that wendy's has been closed for sometime. It closed last year. My friends sister was a manager there.
The Abes Pizza just down from Bad Ass has closed as well. Went to Tommys down the street instead.
Is everything closing on Beach?
Yes...even the Beach :(
Quote from: TheProfessor on June 30, 2010, 01:26:54 PM
Is everything closing on Beach?
The old Wal-Mart plaza on Beach/San Pablo is a ghost town and the Publix plaza across is down to some doctors offices aside from Publix. The Loop, St Johns Seafood, Blockbuster and Taco Bell are all empty now.
Quote from: danno on June 30, 2010, 01:00:58 PM
The Abes Pizza just down from Bad Ass has closed as well. Went to Tommys down the street instead.
Abe passed away a few months ago.
Most of the Abe's that were in operation last year were franchised out... I believe the only own he still was the sole owner/operator was the one on the corner of Old St Augustine/Philips Hwy in the same shopping center as the Woodys.
O wow .. Im sorry to hear that.. Not bad Pizza at all.
Quote from: TheProfessor on June 30, 2010, 01:26:54 PM
Is everything closing on Beach?
I meant for my reply to be a funny, Professor.. No offend intended.. but you are so correct..so many businesses are going under on Beach.. its Scary. On a lighter note, Alhambra , which closed then reopened, seems to be doing well...and they have done a really beautiful landscaping job on the front of the place. A plus in spite of alot of negatives .
Economic conditions aside, architects/designers need to start including building life cycle in their plans. Part of the civic responsibility includes how will we reuse an empty McDonald's when it moves to a new subdivision further out. Those old main street type buildings from the early to mid 20th century seem to have the best possibilities for reuse. All these newer plastic chain store buildings can't be converted to drive up mega churches.
No offense taken Timkin. I thought it was witty. I guess people are going to the new shopping centers or the stores are consolidating?? I am glad the Alhambra is doing well. It used to be the only thing out there.
Quote from: Arlingtondude on June 29, 2010, 05:23:32 PM
I noticed on a recent trip to the SJTC that there is now a Dollar Store located in one of the corner locations.If I am not mistaken, this was an interior design store before. Does anyone remeber what store was there before the Dollar Store?
I used to be a generic 'Floral Mart' - don't remember the exact name. It closed about a year ago, then a place called ApartmentFinder.com (or something similar) was there for a few months, now the Dollar Tree.
Quote from: aaapolito on June 29, 2010, 03:31:38 PM
Sadly, Renna's on Baymeadows closed today.
Can't say I'm surprised. The way the McDonalds is situated in that plaza, it blocks the shops behind it so you can't even see them. Is the Al's in the old Wal-Mart plaza at Beach & San Pablo still open? I went there a few times and I'm pretty sure it's the only place open in the entire plaza, save for the Hobby Lobby that moved into the old Wal-Mart space.
QuoteI am glad the Alhambra is doing well.
Matthew Medure is doing their buffet... its much better than it used to be. I was up there last month(?) for a college night they had on a Thursday night with really cheap beer.
An innovative idea.. Sometimes a business just needs new blood running it. This man who bought the Alhambra , took the ball and ran with it ...in so many ways.
I would love to see some older buildings house new businesses , if we could get the mindset to change about not saving them , and stop building new stripmalls which are flimsy, on every street. At best ,buildings never intended to last a century as many older ones will. The rent for some of these places sure do not reflect the quality and durability of an older structure. Alhambra as most know has been a long time Icon of Jacksonville, that thankfully was resurrected. I actually wrote the owner at one time about possibly making a second location (assuming it was a success ) in the Auditorium of PS # 4 .. He responded that it was a great idea... With the theory of a mixed-use commercial development, something like this example is a good possibility at PS#4 . :)
I have been asking the Mayor and City Council Members the following questions:
1. Why are Businesses Closing in the City of Jacksonville.
2. Why are People Loosing there Jobs?
3. Why is the Unemployment Rate at it's highest?
4. Why is the Crime Rate at it' highest? Some of which you do not here about.
5. WHY is there ALOT OF VACANT BUILDINGS in the City of Jacksonville?
I tell you my thoughts is that The Mayor does not want to listen to the small business owners who does not have alot of money. Mayor Peyton does not want to even come out to my store after 7 invitations via emails and also by voicing the invitations at the City Council Meetings, Planning Commissioner Meeting, LUZ Meetings.
I also invited the City Council Members and only 2 have showed up. On the first email sent was CW Glorious Johnson responded within a day of the email. Then 3 months later CM Jones comes by the store.
CW Glorious Johnson is the only one who has showed support for the small business owners of this city and she has gotten answers for me. I could not even get the District 14 Councilman to return our phone calls or even come by to speak with us. Only his secretary called us back.
To me if a city official can not even make an attempt to help the small people of this city then they do not need to be holding a position in the political field.
My saying is that these officials needs to get off there LAZY BUTTS and get out in the COMMUNITY to talk to the people of this city instead of staying behind closed doors. Even if it is not your district area go to other district areas to find out what is happening. Then you can be better off knowing what your co-workers is not doing and it can be addressed appropriately.
Just to let you know that there are 26 vacant locations from Roosevelt Blvd to the I-10 overpass along Edgewood Ave S. Why are they vacant. Because they can not make it here in this city.
Quote from: 9a is my backyard on June 30, 2010, 08:55:07 PM
Is the Al's in the old Wal-Mart plaza at Beach & San Pablo still open? I went there a few times and I'm pretty sure it's the only place open in the entire plaza, save for the Hobby Lobby that moved into the old Wal-Mart space.
Al's is still open and seems to be doing pretty well. Other than Hobby Lobby (which never really seems very busy), the only tenants I think are an old Dick's Wings, a little sports pub and a karate place. I doubt anything ever moves into the old Winn Dixie or Bealls unless the lease on the Publix across the street is up. They could raze the shopping center and build from scratch.
Quote from: ONESTOP THRIFTSHOP on July 01, 2010, 07:50:27 AM
I have been asking the Mayor and City Council Members the following questions:
1. Why are Businesses Closing in the City of Jacksonville.
2. Why are People Loosing there Jobs?
3. Why is the Unemployment Rate at it's highest?
4. Why is the Crime Rate at it' highest? Some of which you do not here about.
5. WHY is there ALOT OF VACANT BUILDINGS in the City of Jacksonville?
I tell you my thoughts is that The Mayor does not want to listen to the small business owners who does not have alot of money. Mayor Peyton does not want to even come out to my store after 7 invitations via emails and also by voicing the invitations at the City Council Meetings, Planning Commissioner Meeting, LUZ Meetings.
I also invited the City Council Members and only 2 have showed up. On the first email sent was CW Glorious Johnson responded within a day of the email. Then 3 months later CM Jones comes by the store.
CW Glorious Johnson is the only one who has showed support for the small business owners of this city and she has gotten answers for me. I could not even get the District 14 Councilman to return our phone calls or even come by to speak with us. Only his secretary called us back.
To me if a city official can not even make an attempt to help the small people of this city then they do not need to be holding a position in the political field.
My saying is that these officials needs to get off there LAZY BUTTS and get out in the COMMUNITY to talk to the people of this city instead of staying behind closed doors. Even if it is not your district area go to other district areas to find out what is happening. Then you can be better off knowing what your co-workers is not doing and it can be addressed appropriately.
Just to let you know that there are 26 vacant locations from Roosevelt Blvd to the I-10 overpass along Edgewood Ave S. Why are they vacant. Because they can not make it here in this city.
The Mayor DOES NOT care about the Business owner or the little people. I speculate some City Council people (Not all) do not either. Too bad .
Quote from: ONESTOP THRIFTSHOP on July 01, 2010, 07:50:27 AM
I have been asking the Mayor and City Council Members the following questions:
1. Why are Businesses Closing in the City of Jacksonville.
2. Why are People Loosing there Jobs?
3. Why is the Unemployment Rate at it's highest?
4. Why is the Crime Rate at it' highest? Some of which you do not here about.
5. WHY is there ALOT OF VACANT BUILDINGS in the City of Jacksonville?
well the first 3 things are happening in just about every city in this country...#4 is not true, as the city's crime rate has been going down for several years....and some would say #5 is also not true since we've demolishd many of the vacant buildings.
Quote from: gridsketch on June 30, 2010, 08:29:33 PMAll these newer plastic chain store buildings can't be converted to drive up mega churches.
I see what you did there :D
the Village Inn and PJ's on Third Street in Neptune Beach both closed
Quote from: tufsu1 on July 01, 2010, 08:22:29 PM
Quote from: ONESTOP THRIFTSHOP on July 01, 2010, 07:50:27 AM
I have been asking the Mayor and City Council Members the following questions:
1. Why are Businesses Closing in the City of Jacksonville.
2. Why are People Loosing there Jobs?
3. Why is the Unemployment Rate at it's highest?
4. Why is the Crime Rate at it' highest? Some of which you do not here about.
5. WHY is there ALOT OF VACANT BUILDINGS in the City of Jacksonville?
well the first 3 things are happening in just about every city in this country...#4 is not true, as the city's crime rate has been going down for several years....and some would say #5 is also not true since we've demolishd many of the vacant buildings.
When the next 'conservatives' come around claiming to be business-friendly, promising to attact more business and vows never to raise taxes, let's do ourselves a favor and call them out for the past eight years? Yes, we are in a recession, but these same 'leaders' in city hall are the same ones who professed to be uniquely qualified to lead a city to prosperity. Next time, I hope that these clowns don't toss around promises that they cannot keep. Aren't you tired of voting for Republicans and getting anything but?
I'm personally tired of promises made and anything but, lived up to. The last 8 years only????? Try the last two decades at least.
Quote from: gridsketch on June 30, 2010, 08:29:33 PM.......... Part of the civic responsibility includes how will we reuse an empty McDonald's when it moves to a new subdivision further out. ............
Small business owner and commercial real-estate folks will work it out if the neighborhood has any potential. For example the Taco Bell at San Jose and Sunbeam converted to a flower shop 5 to 10 years ago. The McDonalds at Kings and Baymeadows is a Chinese Restaurant now. The McDonalds at San Jose a little south of Kori is now a Bonos. The McDonalds at Park and Rossell turned into a repo car sales place. The Wendys down the street turned into AJ's Park Street Cafe.
AJ's used to be a Popeyes. Wendy's is still alive and well in Five Points, though!
The McDonalds @ Park and Roselle is vacant now.
McAllisters is growing in Jax.
They just opened a new place on Beach next to the Target and BoA branch east of Hodges. Business is doing very well there. Great lunch crowd.
Also the Zaxby's that opened earlier a half mile east of McAllisters is considered the best run Zaxby's in town. Way better than the JTB/Philips or Airport Road stores. You will not be disappointed.
The first Academy Sports in Jax is currently under construction in a new shopping area being built on the north side of Atlantic at Kernan. Christopher's has taken over the old Johnny Carino's on Atlantic. O'Charley's on Atlantic did close, but the manager had warned over 12 months prior that it was not going to stay.
While there are some closings, there are some good news too.
Quote from: Jaxson on July 21, 2010, 09:00:11 AM
Aren't you tired of voting for Republicans and getting anything but?
Giving LOCAL Florida politico's all of the credit I could, I voted NAZI last election! Mostly because I want to be Burgermeister of Cleveland! HEE HEE!OCKLAWAHA
Quote from: Timkin on July 21, 2010, 10:53:54 PM
The McDonalds @ Park and Roselle is vacant now.
That thing hasn't been a McDonald's since I got to Jax in 2006!
I know.. It was converted to office space. Then an Auto place.. now its empty again.
I was so surprised to see that the RaceWay gas station on Golfair Blvd & I-95 had closed; I'll tell one thing, it sure wasn't from lack of business. They had locked the doors after a certain time of night and used the lil' anti-robbery service window, so I'm not sure if they were getting robbed alot. The quick access to 95 certainly will help a robber. Whatever the reason it closed, something shady was goin' down. Talk about a warzone of demos, and closings; I can't think of a more harder hit area in Jax.
Five Guys coming to Mandarin on San Jose at Crown Point Rd. Sign was up yesterday when I drove by. New jobs for Jax. Way to go, Mayor! ;D
Quote from: Arlingtondude on July 21, 2010, 08:30:43 AM
the Village Inn and PJ's on Third Street in Neptune Beach both closed
Can't say I am surprised by Village Inn closing. The place smelled like old rotten rubber mats and sometimes it was a two hour event there between waiting to get sat, waiting to actually get someone to take an order and then waiting to get your food.
Did anyone ever take over the vacant cafe spot in the main library?
Quote from: KenFSU on July 22, 2010, 02:15:45 PM
Did anyone ever take over the vacant cafe spot in the main library?
It's still vacant...
Quote from: Jaxson on July 22, 2010, 02:30:33 PM
Quote from: KenFSU on July 22, 2010, 02:15:45 PM
Did anyone ever take over the vacant cafe spot in the main library?
It's still vacant...
not surprising, they probably want your first born child for rent.
And both Magnificat Cafe and Chamblin's Cafe are a few steps away with much better food and service than the library cafe ever had.
And, in the meantime, there is empty retail space in the Main Library. It's a shame about Shelby's, but I have to agree with Dog Walker on that one...
Quote from: Jaxson on July 22, 2010, 03:07:23 PM
And, in the meantime, there is empty retail space in the Main Library.
I'm a sucker for Chamblin's, but it was really nice to have a cafe right in the library.
Quote from: I-10east on July 22, 2010, 08:58:41 AM
I was so surprised to see that the RaceWay gas station on Golfair Blvd & I-95 had closed; I'll tell one thing, it sure wasn't from lack of business. They had locked the doors after a certain time of night and used the lil' anti-robbery service window, so I'm not sure if they were getting robbed alot. The quick access to 95 certainly will help a robber. Whatever the reason it closed, something shady was goin' down. Talk about a warzone of demos, and closings; I can't think of a more harder hit area in Jax.
The location on Beach Blvd near Parental Home also closed. I was just as surprised by that, as it always seemed busy.
Quote from: copperfiend on July 22, 2010, 02:03:16 PM
Quote from: Arlingtondude on July 21, 2010, 08:30:43 AM
the Village Inn and PJ's on Third Street in Neptune Beach both closed
Can't say I am surprised by Village Inn closing. The place smelled like old rotten rubber mats and sometimes it was a two hour event there between waiting to get sat, waiting to actually get someone to take an order and then waiting to get your food.
Are all the Village Inn restaurants closing? All I have ever eaten there is pie, but where else am I gonna get pie at midnight? (3rd St Diner I guess. Maybe Denny's.) The one close to me on Atlantic closed, and the other one on Baymeadows is an Indian place now (I think). Are there any left?
Yeah, the VI on San Jose in Mandarin is open and always packed on the weekend mornings and has steady business the rest of the day.
Quote from: reednavy on July 24, 2010, 11:25:49 AM
Yeah, the VI on San Jose in Mandarin is open and always packed on the weekend mornings and has steady business the rest of the day.
I wonder how many Village Inn fans are trekking out to Mandarin for their VI fix...
Quote from: Bativac on July 24, 2010, 10:27:14 AM
Quote from: copperfiend on July 22, 2010, 02:03:16 PM
Quote from: Arlingtondude on July 21, 2010, 08:30:43 AM
the Village Inn and PJ's on Third Street in Neptune Beach both closed
Can't say I am surprised by Village Inn closing. The place smelled like old rotten rubber mats and sometimes it was a two hour event there between waiting to get sat, waiting to actually get someone to take an order and then waiting to get your food.
Are all the Village Inn restaurants closing? All I have ever eaten there is pie, but where else am I gonna get pie at midnight? (3rd St Diner I guess. Maybe Denny's.) The one close to me on Atlantic closed, and the other one on Baymeadows is an Indian place now (I think). Are there any left?
Quote from: Jaxson on July 24, 2010, 12:28:44 PM
Quote from: reednavy on July 24, 2010, 11:25:49 AM
Yeah, the VI on San Jose in Mandarin is open and always packed on the weekend mornings and has steady business the rest of the day.
I wonder how many Village Inn fans are trekking out to Mandarin for their VI fix...
Did you know that Village Inn is owned by a Jacksonville company? You would never guess but it's... Fidelity National Financial. And, now, they just bought another restaurant chain out of bankruptcy:Quote
Fidelity buys Midwest restaurant chain
Jacksonville Business Journal - by Christian Conte Staff writer
A Fidelity National Financial Inc. subsidiary was the winning bidder in a bankruptcy court competition for a Midwestern-based chain called Max & Erma’s Restaurants Inc.
A U.S. Bankruptcy Court judge is scheduled to rule Wednesday on a confirmation of the sale of Max & Erma’s, which is a casual dining chain known for its hamburgers and sundae bar, to Fidelity Newport Holdings LLC.
Details of the bid were not revealed, but according to a sale notice, the offers had to begin at $25.7 million, a level that topped the opening bid of $24.8 million proposed July 9 by an investment partnership and private equity investor.
Columbus, Ohio-based Max & Erma’s operates dozens of restaurants throughout the Midwest and East Coast, the closest to Jacksonville of which is in Mrytle Beach.
In 2007 the company announced plans to move into the Florida market by building 15 to 30 restaurants per year over five years in Orlando, Tampa, Tallahassee and Jacksonville, none of which were built, according to the company’s website.
In October 2009 the company declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Fidelity Newport Holdings and Newport Global Advisors LP acquired the Village Inn and Bakers Square dining chains and the related Vicom bakery last year for an estimated $55 million. Village Inn, a chain of 267 restaurants, was in Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization when it was acquired.
Jacksonville-based Fidelity National Financial (NYSE: FNF) is a provider of title insurance, specialty insurance, claims management services and information services.
http://jacksonville.bizjournals.com/jacksonville/stories/2010/08/16/daily17.html
whats up with all the Woody's BBQ closing? Old St Augustine and US 1, Roosevelt Blvd, and US 1 and Baymeadows!
Not sure. I've given Woody's a few tries in the past and I just didn't care for their food- they catered a christmas party at my job a few years ago and everyone got food poisoning and I haven't been back since. Sad to see the lost jobs but I'm not going to miss them. Plus the one on Roosevelt had that poor girl that had to dance around outside in the pig costume- that must've been brutal in this heat.
Apparently only 1 WD (Baymeadows/ 9A) will be closed in Jax
Quote from: stephendare on August 22, 2010, 01:43:40 PM
Winn-Dixie Stores
No. of Stores Closing: 30
Great Atlantic A&P isn't the only supermarket chain reducing its store count. Winn-Dixie Stores (WINN) announced in late July that it will close 30 older and under-performing stores by Sept. 22. The stores are located across five southern states, but more than half are in the company's home state of Florida. Management of the supermarket chain said it expects sales to deteriorate in the fourth quarter, but it's moving forward with plans to renovate other stores.
Too bad about that one, but I don't think I've ever been there on a busy day. That's without a doubt a Publix area though- there's one across the street, one just down Baymeadows, one a little further down Southside Blvd and the one at the Town Center- crazy!
Just returned with grandson Robert on a tour of all of the orange signs that have popped up in the World Golf Village this month. Weird, but we have a sudden land office sale on the premium lot at SR13/16 intersection. Next big sign is a 75,000 sq ft +/- on 9 1/2 acres, "retail shopping plaza" at the corner of SR16/16A. Down the road on International Golf Parkway (IGP), we recently saw the huge movement of dirt at the SW corner of I-95 and IGP, some say to keep a contract, others say to start something big?? Who knows? Stakes at Publix at IGP/16 are said to be a new restaurant - possibly McDonald's. Lastly on the NE corner of IGP suddenly a new sign for over 300,000 sq feet of new retail + 400,000 sq feet of new residential. Toss in Walmart which could be any one of the above and stuff is starting to move South of town.
Missing is the "CONNECTION" between the distant far flung neighborhoods of WGV and our markets, shopping, offices etc... Nothing that is visible makes much sense. Also missing is the SUNSHINE BUS route (the one we don't have that takes morning commuters into the city) or the JTA which doesn't even serve the heavily populated Julington Creek Plantation area. Why? St. Johns County? Hey brother, TAX ME! Make my life better, I'll even vote for the Commuter Rail station at IGP and the FEC RY/Philips Hwy.
OCKLAWAHA
Ock, McD's is going in where vystar was going across from Publix. Still in permitting, was suppose to be open in Sept. Walmart is no longer going in there. They adjusted the plan for medium box retailers like best buy. County wants more money, about $300,000 to help w/ 2209. But yes retail is coming in a hurry.
Don't know if it's been reported here, but word is Golf Galaxy near the St. Johns Town Center is also closing. They were having a pretty big sale this past weekend.
Quote from: fsujax on August 20, 2010, 06:56:07 PM
whats up with all the Woody's BBQ closing? Old St Augustine and US 1, Roosevelt Blvd, and US 1 and Baymeadows!
I know it is a Jacksonville based chain but the food is pretty mediocre. I have never been to a Woody's and thought much of the food. The one at Old St Augustine and US1 was a terrible location. Nothing in that area has survived except a Quizno's that mostly just does lunch business. The strip mall across the street is mostly empty except a dry cleaner, hair dresser and insurance office. And honestly, I am not sure how they are making it as the parking lot is usually empty.
I'm surprised at the US 1 & Baymeadows closing, they've always done excellent business for lunch and alright for dinner.
That said, this location is still up and running on their website, the other two are not.
Quote from: thekillingwax on August 22, 2010, 06:16:05 PM
Too bad about that one, but I don't think I've ever been there on a busy day. That's without a doubt a Publix area though- there's one across the street, one just down Baymeadows, one a little further down Southside Blvd and the one at the Town Center- crazy!
What neighborhood isn't a Publix neighborhood? If there isn't a Publix nearby I don't want to live there!
Woodys BBQ has always been sub-par... The only good thing on their menu is the grilled chicken sandwich.
Didn't see it mentioned but The Loop on Old St Augustine/95 in the Publix plaza is closing.
Quote from: copperfiend on August 24, 2010, 09:44:21 AM
Didn't see it mentioned but The Loop on Old St Augustine/95 in the Publix plaza is closing.
Really? Every time I passed by they seemed to be doing ok, or that may have been for Panera Bread.
I work in that area and had been a few times for lunch. I normally like The Loop but the service at this location was usually mediocre at best.
Here is an article from the T-U that mentions it and the two Woody's closing.
http://jacksonville.com/opinion/blog/423471/gary-mills/2010-08-18/3-restaurants-2-jacksonville-based-chains-close
The Big T grill on the corner of Beach and Hodges closed.
A new Thai restaurant is opening in its place.
The Baskin Robbins in the Publix plaza at Beach and San Pablo recently closed as well.
Also, it was maybe two months back, but Salernos (an Italian restaurant) in the Publix plaza at Hodges and JTB closed.
Giovanni's is ceasing operation this weekend after 40+ years.
I'm sad to see them go.
The place is very unique.
Golf Galaxy at the Town Center is closing.
Quote from: KenFSU on September 09, 2010, 01:17:41 PM
Giovanni's is ceasing operation this weekend after 40+ years.
I'm sad to see them go.
The place is very unique.
WHAT?! They had some of the best food I have ever had in Jax, the location wasn't the best or most visible, but damn.
Quote from: copperfiend on August 24, 2010, 09:44:21 AM.....Didn't see it mentioned but The Loop on Old St Augustine/95 in the Publix plaza is closing....
I'm not surprised. I didn't know about that store but the one in Fruit Cove has been slipping. They now serve a non- special burger. The tables often feel sticky. The empty dishes often sit unattended. Too much competition to go settle for average food and service.
Quote from: copperfiend on September 09, 2010, 01:34:00 PM
Golf Galaxy at the Town Center is closing.
Didn't another big golf store close, not too long ago? At Tinseltown?
It boggles my mind that stuff at the Town Center is already going out of business. Especially in the "new phase" which is where Golf Galaxy is (was) located. Also that great big outdoors store. Seems a shame to custom build such a huge building for a store that only lasts a year or two.
yes, I think that you are correct about the golf store at Tinseltown. I'm also not sure what the name of that store was.
It also boggles my mind that stores are closing at the Town Center. I went there for the first time in months and it seemed to be packed. It's such a confusing place to go now that the newer section is open. It's not really like other "town centers" that I have gone to in other cities. The layout is so spread out, you cannot really park in one area and walk the entire center. I have been to other town centers, and they are more compact and walkable. Ours is really just a series of strip malls. Also, I was almost run down twice by drivers speeding through the parking lot and talking on their cell phones (at the pedestrian cross walks).
Quote from: Bativac on September 09, 2010, 03:06:44 PM
Quote from: copperfiend on September 09, 2010, 01:34:00 PM
Golf Galaxy at the Town Center is closing.
Didn't another big golf store close, not too long ago? At Tinseltown?
It boggles my mind that stuff at the Town Center is already going out of business. Especially in the "new phase" which is where Golf Galaxy is (was) located. Also that great big outdoors store. Seems a shame to custom build such a huge building for a store that only lasts a year or two.
The new owners said the previous ones made poor location and real estate choices and therefore the under performing stores had to be closed.
SJTC seems to fill their vacancies pretty quickly. CompUSA is relocating their Southside Blvd. location to the former American Backyard spot.
Quote from: Arlingtondude on October 04, 2010, 05:42:11 PM
It's such a confusing place to go now that the newer section is open. It's not really like other "town centers" that I have gone to in other cities. The layout is so spread out, you cannot really park in one area and walk the entire center. I have been to other town centers, and they are more compact and walkable.
In order to get all the permits approved, they had to agree to add as much sprawl as possible :)
I agree, it's a little weird now. There was phase 1 of the TC and then phase 2 and then "2A". While they don't fit together perfectly, there's at least some flow to them. But the main TC basically turns it's back on the Publix phase and the Best Buy/ToysRus phase. Plus with all those restaurants getting built on Gate between the CVS and Costco, the traffic just isn't going to move through there. I work right near the Deerwood Park/Gate intersection and a lot of the time it's faster for me to hop on JTB to 9A north and try to get to the TC from the UNF side. I read on another forum that the Gate/Skinner Lake intersection (where Bonos & Costco are) was temporary and they were going to make some changes to it eventually. Any truth to that?
I will say, the Town Center has done a pretty good job of keeping tenants in their stores. I remember thinking 'oh how the mighty have fallen' when the Dollar Tree opened up, but they appear to be willing to open up to businesses they probably won't have gone anywhere near 2-3 years ago. That's the benefit of being a 'high end' mall; you can go for some of the 'lower' stores. If you already have those stores and they leave, then you're out of luck.
Anybody know if the Shula's inside the Sheraton closed? I am on their email list and the one I got today is for the Tallahassee location as the default. When I clicked on the link in the email, the Jacksonville location is gone.
Quote from: 9a is my backyard on October 04, 2010, 10:18:27 PM
Quote from: Arlingtondude on October 04, 2010, 05:42:11 PM
It's such a confusing place to go now that the newer section is open. It's not really like other "town centers" that I have gone to in other cities. The layout is so spread out, you cannot really park in one area and walk the entire center. I have been to other town centers, and they are more compact and walkable.
In order to get all the permits approved, they had to agree to add as much sprawl as possible :)
I agree, it's a little weird now. There was phase 1 of the TC and then phase 2 and then "2A". While they don't fit together perfectly, there's at least some flow to them. But the main TC basically turns it's back on the Publix phase and the Best Buy/ToysRus phase. Plus with all those restaurants getting built on Gate between the CVS and Costco, the traffic just isn't going to move through there.
What are you talking about? They designed it so you could see all their neat parking lots... I like the big one with the lines....
Quote from: copperfiend on October 25, 2010, 12:23:58 PM
Anybody know if the Shula's inside the Sheraton closed? I am on their email list and the one I got today is for the Tallahassee location as the default. When I clicked on the link in the email, the Jacksonville location is gone.
This is posted on the Jax restaurant web site while the phone number is "no longer in service". I would say they are closed.Quote
This Restaurant Is Currently Unavailable
It was in a horrible location that was pretty much hidden from view.
Quote from: reednavy on November 06, 2010, 12:35:22 AM
It was in a horrible location that was pretty much hidden from view.
Maybe I missed it...but I don't remember them advertising much either....
They should have relocated to the Hyatt Downtown after Plaza III closed.
Bulls Barbque on Baymeadows closed. The economy has just killed everybody. But with them I dont understand something. They closed at 5 and were not open on the weekend. however, they were ALWAYS packed. Why didnt they just extend their hours and open up on the weekend to close the gap financally?
Quote from: stjr on November 05, 2010, 10:33:32 PM
Quote from: copperfiend on October 25, 2010, 12:23:58 PM
Anybody know if the Shula's inside the Sheraton closed? I am on their email list and the one I got today is for the Tallahassee location as the default. When I clicked on the link in the email, the Jacksonville location is gone.
This is posted on the Jax restaurant web site while the phone number is "no longer in service". I would say they are closed.
Quote
This Restaurant Is Currently Unavailable
It is no longer a Shula's. I think it is now known as Sheraton Grill, or something like that.
Quote from: stjr on November 05, 2010, 10:33:32 PM
Quote from: copperfiend on October 25, 2010, 12:23:58 PM
Anybody know if the Shula's inside the Sheraton closed? I am on their email list and the one I got today is for the Tallahassee location as the default. When I clicked on the link in the email, the Jacksonville location is gone.
This is posted on the Jax restaurant web site while the phone number is "no longer in service". I would say they are closed.
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This Restaurant Is Currently Unavailable
Shula's closed(it was pretty good for those that missed it, and they always had coupons on halfoffdepot.com), the Sheraton was just sold as a deed in lieu of foreclosure(it was just sold to a different operating group, it will still be operated under the Sheraton franchise), and the actual restaurant is now open as the 'Sheraton Grill'.
QuotePeople really cannot work everyday, is usually the reason.
The restaurant business has to be one of the hardest and most demanding ones going. The hours and intensity are enough to make anyone throw in the towel.
Total admiration for those out there who manage to have great restaurants and a life at the same time.
Concerning Shula's:
http://jacksonville.com/business/2010-11-09/story/shulas-347-becomes-bold-city-grill
Quote from: duvaldude08 on November 06, 2010, 09:48:38 AM
Bulls Barbque on Baymeadows closed. The economy has just killed everybody. But with them I dont understand something. They closed at 5 and were not open on the weekend. however, they were ALWAYS packed. Why didnt they just extend their hours and open up on the weekend to close the gap financally?
Does anyone know if Tango Pizza on Baymeadows has closed?
Quote from: fsujax on November 06, 2010, 08:16:15 AM
They should have relocated to the Hyatt Downtown after Plaza III closed.
That would have been a great idea. Whenever I am at the Hyatt, I look at the empty space and think of the potential.
Crabcake Factory on Beach Boulevard near Penman Road closed this week.
Quote from: KenFSU on January 12, 2011, 08:53:16 PM
Crabcake Factory on Beach Boulevard near Penman Road closed this week.
There is a story in today's T-U about the owners of Crabcake not being able to come to terms with their landlord at lease renewal time. They are going to re-open the Old Homestead according to the story.
Thank you, Dog Walker. I enjoyed the Crabcake Factory and was disappointed to hear of its closing. I hope that the owners will do a great job with the Homestead.
Sucks about the Crabcake. Their business seemed to be building recently. I did notice last night a sign on the Homestead about the Copper Top coming soon.
QuoteThere is a story in today's T-U about the owners of Crabcake not being able to come to terms with their landlord at lease renewal time. They are going to re-open the Old Homestead according to the story.
That was a very sloppy article. Shame on the TU. The 'not agreeing with the landlord' story is just that... a story. And a laughable one at that.
Hey TU, this is how journalism is done. Way to sugarcoat over an issue so you can trump up another story
http://www.bizjournals.com/jacksonville/news/2011/01/12/jax-beach-crabcake-factory-closes.html (http://www.bizjournals.com/jacksonville/news/2011/01/12/jax-beach-crabcake-factory-closes.html)
Hey the sports mania in fleming island is having a 30% closing sale!
Quote from: ONESTOP THRIFTSHOP on July 01, 2010, 07:50:27 AM
I have been asking the Mayor and City Council Members the following questions:
1. Why are Businesses Closing in the City of Jacksonville.
2. Why are People Loosing there Jobs?
3. Why is the Unemployment Rate at it's highest?
4. Why is the Crime Rate at it' highest? Some of which you do not here about.
5. WHY is there ALOT OF VACANT BUILDINGS in the City of Jacksonville?
I tell you my thoughts is that The Mayor does not want to listen to the small business owners who does not have alot of money. Mayor Peyton does not want to even come out to my store after 7 invitations via emails and also by voicing the invitations at the City Council Meetings, Planning Commissioner Meeting, LUZ Meetings.
I also invited the City Council Members and only 2 have showed up. On the first email sent was CW Glorious Johnson responded within a day of the email. Then 3 months later CM Jones comes by the store.
CW Glorious Johnson is the only one who has showed support for the small business owners of this city and she has gotten answers for me. I could not even get the District 14 Councilman to return our phone calls or even come by to speak with us. Only his secretary called us back.
To me if a city official can not even make an attempt to help the small people of this city then they do not need to be holding a position in the political field.
My saying is that these officials needs to get off there LAZY BUTTS and get out in the COMMUNITY to talk to the people of this city instead of staying behind closed doors. Even if it is not your district area go to other district areas to find out what is happening. Then you can be better off knowing what your co-workers is not doing and it can be addressed appropriately.
Just to let you know that there are 26 vacant locations from Roosevelt Blvd to the I-10 overpass along Edgewood Ave S. Why are they vacant. Because they can not make it here in this city.
amen and26! in that small stretch is sad news
Blockbuster Video on Monument is closing... not that this is any great shock ,but its still bad to see yet another business fold.
I think most Blockbusters are closing, going to free-standing vending machines.
Blockbuster was one of 11 companies named last year , as "in trouble" so this is no shock. Red box and Netflix have pretty much made Blockbuster "obsolete" why would someone go to their store and pay 4 bucks for a movie, when they can get the same one for $1.00 at Red box , or for that matter on-demand?. Still as I said, another business folds. More unemployed. sign of the times .
The AJ Wright stores are gonna be closing too, like the ones on Normandy Blvd, and Dunn Ave. Many of the AJ Wright's (nationwide) will close down with nothing taking their place, but some of AJ Wright's (owned by TJX Cos.) will turn into either Marshalls, TJ Maxx, or Home Goods. Hopefully Jax can atleast get a coupla new TJ Maxx's, although the chances are not good.
Quote from: Charles Hunter on January 16, 2011, 04:32:44 PM
I think most Blockbusters are closing, going to free-standing vending machines.
Interestingly, I just found out the other day that Blockbuster the video-rental company has no relation to the vending machines, beyond the fact that the vending machine company is licensing the Blockbuster name. So the success of those Blockbuster machines actually means bad news for Blockbuster as a company (unless they plan to thrive solely on licensing their name).
^^If you can't beat them, rent them your name.
I think the day for "video stores" like Blockbuster are soon nearing end. The vending machine Video Rentals at Walgreen's and Mc Donald's cost so much less rental space, employees, etc. Its a no-brainer. On-demand, now available to nearly everyone is also sealing their doom.
Quote from: Bativac on January 17, 2011, 09:59:21 AM
Quote from: Charles Hunter on January 16, 2011, 04:32:44 PM
I think most Blockbusters are closing, going to free-standing vending machines.
Interestingly, I just found out the other day that Blockbuster the video-rental company has no relation to the vending machines, beyond the fact that the vending machine company is licensing the Blockbuster name. So the success of those Blockbuster machines actually means bad news for Blockbuster as a company (unless they plan to thrive solely on licensing their name).
Blockbuster Stores were on the way out any way. Corporate might as well get some money from the name.
I have very little sympathy for Blockbuster itself, as their predatory tactics over the years have killed more than their fair share of local video stores, but it does sadden me to see the days of the neighborhood video store coming to an end. I actually really like my local Blockbuster. The same staff has been in there forever, they remember your name, make informed suggestions, etc. It's kind of nice to be able to walk into a video store and browse as well. Redbox and Netflix are great for the consumer, but I have mixed feelings about an entire industry employing tens of thousands of people being replaced by a mechanical box or Comcast remote.
Quote from: KenFSU on January 19, 2011, 09:22:59 AM
I have very little sympathy for Blockbuster itself, as their predatory tactics over the years have killed more than their fair share of local video stores, but it does sadden me to see the days of the neighborhood video store coming to an end. I actually really like my local Blockbuster. The same staff has been in there forever, they remember your name, make informed suggestions, etc. It's kind of nice to be able to walk into a video store and browse as well. Redbox and Netflix are great for the consumer, but I have mixed feelings about an entire industry employing tens of thousands of people being replaced by a mechanical box or Comcast remote.
I don't like that their entire workforce will be unemployed, but Blockbuster as a company exercised such poor business management that I think they "deserve" to go away. Between apparently making all their money on late fees, plus not allowing young adults to use debit or check cards to start an account, then transforming to a largely "new movie" rental place, then dumping money into Blockbuster Music...
Somehow it is very ironic that a Netflix ad appears at the top of this page of discussion about Blockbusters.
Very ironic. Sign of the times I guess :)
Quote from: KenFSU on January 19, 2011, 09:22:59 AM
I have very little sympathy for Blockbuster itself, as their predatory tactics over the years have killed more than their fair share of local video stores, but it does sadden me to see the days of the neighborhood video store coming to an end. I actually really like my local Blockbuster. The same staff has been in there forever, they remember your name, make informed suggestions, etc.
We had a local Blockbuster like that and they closed it 2 years ago!
The Times Grill locations on Baymeadows and Beach/Hodges appear to have closed. The Baymeadows location has a "closed for renovation" sign on it and their phone has been disconnected. So..
This is also the case @ the Fleming Island location....
and the normandy times grill as well. on a side note though, the recently closed A.J. Wright on Normandy next to the times grill is being converted into a Marshall's.
Quote from: Julian on February 03, 2011, 12:21:54 PM
and the normandy times grill as well. on a side note though, the recently closed A.J. Wright on Normandy next to the times grill is being converted into a Marshall's.
shame I enjoyed the one on Normandy
here's an article on FTU regarding what's going on with the Times Grill locations http://jacksonville.com/business/2011-02-03/story/times-grill-closes-four-jacksonville-area-restaurants-new-concept-planned (http://jacksonville.com/business/2011-02-03/story/times-grill-closes-four-jacksonville-area-restaurants-new-concept-planned)
So if I am reading this correctly, the Jacksonville area locations are owned by Peterbrooke Chocolate?
Thats a shame. I always liked their Burgers. We ate at the Baymeadows location often. I always thought that the atmosphere/decor was a bit odd and the service was hit and miss.
Bubba Burgers is going to be taking their place!
Quote from: fsujax on February 03, 2011, 02:44:56 PM
Bubba Burgers is going to be taking their place!
Seriously? I know that Bubba was looking at potentially opening restaurants but hadn't heard anything about it in months.
not joking. that is what I have heard.
I have an old friend that works at their home office on Roosevelt and when I last saw him in October he said that Bubba Burgers was seriously exploring getting into the restaurant business. If that is the new concept, that is good news.
To add to the Blockbuster discussion, it appears the one at Hodges/JTB is getting the axe. Sign went up over the weekend. I lived in an apartment in that area for a while. That Blockbuster was great and the guys that worked there did a great job with recs.
Blockbuster closing 1/3 of Jacksonville area stores, via the TU...
http://jacksonville.com/business/2011-02-09/story/one-third-jacksonvilles-blockbuster-stores-shutting-down
Not a shock at all.. Blockbuster is one of 11 companies named last year that are in trouble. As someone else stated, I feel for the employees who will be out of a job as a result of this.
I'm extremely happy to hear that Borders on Southside will not be one of the 200 locations that the company is closing. Jacksonville has a shortage of bookstores to begin with relative its size, and it would have been a real blow to lose Borders. If you guys haven't been out there in a while, check it out. They've done some really nice renovations in the last year or so, and I find it to be the most pleasant chain bookstore in the city.
Haven't been to that Borders in a while but always had a good experience there. I lived at the Avenue Royale apartments right behind it and my wife and I would walk there. They always had a great CD selection and carried alot of indie rock that was hard to find in J'Ville.
Looks like that Borders will be closing.
http://jacksonville.com/business/2011-02-16/story/borders-files-bankruptcy-protection-jacksonville-store-close
Quote from: Live_Oak on February 16, 2011, 01:24:08 PM
Looks like that Borders will be closing.
http://jacksonville.com/business/2011-02-16/story/borders-files-bankruptcy-protection-jacksonville-store-close
Man, if true, that is a real shame. When I called Borders this morning, the person I talked to said that corporate had called their store and told them that they would not be affected by the closings. A real shame.
Too bad. I read a NY Times article a few months ago about Borders. Seemed like a very poorly run company.
Is anything still open on that stretch of Southside Blvd? Sound Advice was right next to that Borders and there was Circuit City right down the road. Also there's the CompUSA that closed, reopened, and then closed again due to moving to the SJTC.
that stretch of Southside Blvd is looking more and more like Regency!
Quote from: KenFSU on February 16, 2011, 10:19:09 AM
I'm extremely happy to hear that Borders on Southside will not be one of the 200 locations that the company is closing. Jacksonville has a shortage of bookstores to begin with relative its size, and it would have been a real blow to lose Borders. If you guys haven't been out there in a while, check it out. They've done some really nice renovations in the last year or so, and I find it to be the most pleasant chain bookstore in the city.
It's because of these big stores that there are'nt as many book stores...they were put out of business by the corporate mogels of america...long live the local book store down with the big box corporate giants.
Quote from: Garden guy on February 16, 2011, 02:56:53 PM
Quote from: KenFSU on February 16, 2011, 10:19:09 AM
I'm extremely happy to hear that Borders on Southside will not be one of the 200 locations that the company is closing. Jacksonville has a shortage of bookstores to begin with relative its size, and it would have been a real blow to lose Borders. If you guys haven't been out there in a while, check it out. They've done some really nice renovations in the last year or so, and I find it to be the most pleasant chain bookstore in the city.
It's because of these big stores that there are'nt as many book stores...they were put out of business by the corporate mogels of america...long live the local book store down with the big box corporate giants.
+1
I don't care how good Border's is....doesn't come close to Chamblin's!
Although it's not at the Beaches (maybe we should move this thread to the "news" section so we can talk about the store closings all over Jax and not just the Beaches, or not unless yall want six threads devoted to each side of town :) Just a suggestion) Good news for the closed AJ Wright on Normandy will become a new Marshalls. I'm not sure about the AJ on Dunn.
Quote from: ben says on February 16, 2011, 03:07:02 PM
Quote from: Garden guy on February 16, 2011, 02:56:53 PM
Quote from: KenFSU on February 16, 2011, 10:19:09 AM
I'm extremely happy to hear that Borders on Southside will not be one of the 200 locations that the company is closing. Jacksonville has a shortage of bookstores to begin with relative its size, and it would have been a real blow to lose Borders. If you guys haven't been out there in a while, check it out. They've done some really nice renovations in the last year or so, and I find it to be the most pleasant chain bookstore in the city.
It's because of these big stores that there are'nt as many book stores...they were put out of business by the corporate mogels of america...long live the local book store down with the big box corporate giants.
+1
I don't care how good Border's is....doesn't come close to Chamblin's!
Different strokes for different folks.
I like Chamblin's, but it isn't for everybody.
Borders, "big box corporate giants" or not, wasn't handed anything. It started with one store in Ann Arbor, and through clever, consumer-friendly business practices clawed its way to the top of the book selling chain. If smaller bookstores wanted to compete, and had a clever enough hook, there's no reason they couldn't give it a try.
You know I have to say that Borders has always been a favorite over Barnes and Noble. They say due to the E Books, but hell I like to display my reads. Chamberlains is a new fav!
Chamblins is good. I highly recommend the downtown location!
Btw, Border's Books on Southside is closing.
Quote from: jcjohnpaint on February 16, 2011, 07:57:36 PM
You know I have to say that Borders has always been a favorite over Barnes and Noble. They say due to the E Books, but hell I like to display my reads. Chamberlains is a new fav!
I always liked how Borders had computers around the store for searching for books and finding their in-store location.
What you read can be a very private matter, and I hate having to ask somebody where to find a book dealing with sensitive subject matter.
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Quiznos closed at Hodges and JTB (in the same Publix plaza that recently lost Salerno's and Blockbuster).
Carvel closed at Baymeadows and 9A.
Tango Pizza at 95 and Baymeadows and Abe's Pizza on Beach between Kernan and SJB closed as well.
Sorry meant Chamblins. I have only been to the downtown location. How is the other location?
Quote from: jcjohnpaint on February 16, 2011, 11:13:22 PM
Sorry meant Chamblins. I have only been to the downtown location. How is the other location?
Really big! Take breadcrumbs.
Quote from: KenFSU on February 16, 2011, 11:11:54 PM
Quiznos closed at Hodges and JTB (in the same Publix plaza that recently lost Salerno's and Blockbuster).
Not very surprising. That whole center struggles except Publix and Starbucks. There was a mediterranean restaurant and a tanning place that closed a year or so ago. Those spaces are currently empty.
i think we all forget that most of these stores should have never been opened in the first place..the numbers that allowed them to be built in the first place were false numbers based on bank support and ceo's trying to boost thier numbers...i gladly see these stores close...maybe next time we allow these companies into our communities we'll scream a little louder....they pushed all of these small book stores out of business and now they flop...."DOWN WITH CORPORATE BIG BOYS" ruining our neighborhoods..now we are stuck with empty shells...i say we burn them to the ground and replace them with a park. Hell...they will just write it off of their taxes at the end of the year anyway..why not...I'd love to see 99% of walmarts closed today...republicans are always screaming "take our country back"...i say that about the complete abuse of corporate america and the abuses they put upon us all.
Quote from: civil42806 on February 03, 2011, 12:45:44 PM
Quote from: Julian on February 03, 2011, 12:21:54 PM
and the normandy times grill as well. on a side note though, the recently closed A.J. Wright on Normandy next to the times grill is being converted into a Marshall's.
shame I enjoyed the one on Normandy
Me too! pretty good Happy hour...
Quote from: Garden guy on February 17, 2011, 08:42:41 AM
i think we all forget that most of these stores should have never been opened in the first place..the numbers that allowed them to be built in the first place were false numbers based on bank support and ceo's trying to boost thier numbers...i gladly see these stores close...maybe next time we allow these companies into our communities we'll scream a little louder....they pushed all of these small book stores out of business and now they flop...."DOWN WITH CORPORATE BIG BOYS" ruining our neighborhoods..now we are stuck with empty shells...i say we burn them to the ground and replace them with a park. Hell...they will just write it off of their taxes at the end of the year anyway..why not...I'd love to see 99% of walmarts closed today...republicans are always screaming "take our country back"...i say that about the complete abuse of corporate america and the abuses they put upon us all.
There is one Borders in Jacksonville and it is closing. I highly doubt that Borders put anybody out of business.
Quote from: Garden guy on February 17, 2011, 08:42:41 AM
i think we all forget that most of these stores should have never been opened in the first place..the numbers that allowed them to be built in the first place were false numbers based on bank support and ceo's trying to boost thier numbers...i gladly see these stores close...maybe next time we allow these companies into our communities we'll scream a little louder....they pushed all of these small book stores out of business and now they flop...."DOWN WITH CORPORATE BIG BOYS" ruining our neighborhoods..now we are stuck with empty shells...i say we burn them to the ground and replace them with a park. Hell...they will just write it off of their taxes at the end of the year anyway..why not...I'd love to see 99% of walmarts closed today...republicans are always screaming "take our country back"...i say that about the complete abuse of corporate america and the abuses they put upon us all.
How has corporate america abused you? I feel like it abused me by selling you a computer.
Quote from: BridgeTroll on February 17, 2011, 09:43:42 AM
Quote from: civil42806 on February 03, 2011, 12:45:44 PM
Quote from: Julian on February 03, 2011, 12:21:54 PM
and the normandy times grill as well. on a side note though, the recently closed A.J. Wright on Normandy next to the times grill is being converted into a Marshall's.
All of the Times Grills are being "re-branded" and should be re-opening.
shame I enjoyed the one on Normandy
Me too! pretty good Happy hour...
Quote from: JMac on February 17, 2011, 10:17:11 AM
Quote from: Garden guy on February 17, 2011, 08:42:41 AM
i think we all forget that most of these stores should have never been opened in the first place..the numbers that allowed them to be built in the first place were false numbers based on bank support and ceo's trying to boost thier numbers...i gladly see these stores close...maybe next time we allow these companies into our communities we'll scream a little louder....they pushed all of these small book stores out of business and now they flop...."DOWN WITH CORPORATE BIG BOYS" ruining our neighborhoods..now we are stuck with empty shells...i say we burn them to the ground and replace them with a park. Hell...they will just write it off of their taxes at the end of the year anyway..why not...I'd love to see 99% of walmarts closed today...republicans are always screaming "take our country back"...i say that about the complete abuse of corporate america and the abuses they put upon us all.
How has corporate america abused you? I feel like it abused me by selling you a computer.
Nice.
There was another Abe's location in the Tinseltown area right next to Aroma's - I believe it closed close to a year ago and became something else...Mediterranean restaurant of some sort I believe.
You also need to take into consideration that a lot of these more local chains expanded at the height of the economic boom (underlying causes of said boom notwithstanding), and the boom has since busted. There's at least a degree of classical boom-and-bust, supply-and-demand factors at work, IMO.
Especially since there's another pizza place not a half-mile up Southside Blvd (Luigi's?), and one on the otherside of the street in the Tinseltown complex (Mellow Mushroom), and one in the SJTC (Librettos), etc. Over-saturation.
Quote from: Doctor_K on February 17, 2011, 10:59:11 AM
Especially since there's another pizza place not a half-mile up Southside Blvd (Luigi's?), and one on the otherside of the street in the Tinseltown complex (Mellow Mushroom), and one in the SJTC (Librettos), etc. Over-saturation.
Don't forget Tommy's as well in that area.
Also, Bella (a gelato place) next to the Fresh Market on Atlantic and San Pablo has closed.
A shame, the gelato was pretty good and they were all really nice in there.
There's a Renna's in the SJTC too.
Basha (the Mediterranean place that was by the Publix on Hodges) moved to the plaza across the street from the Super Target on Beach, but I'm not sure if it's still open over there.
Tommy's is pretty good. I went to the Abe's a few times near Tinsletown and it was just ok. I honestly can buy the ingrediants at Publix and make my own pizza for alot cheaper.
Quote from: copperfiend on February 17, 2011, 11:22:29 AM
Tommy's is pretty good. I went to the Abe's a few times near Tinsletown and it was just ok. I honestly can buy the ingrediants at Publix and make my own pizza for alot cheaper.
Agree - and a lot better.
Abe's started off really well, then went downhill and never recovered, quality-wise.
Well, it's official - the closed Times Griil locations will become
"The Original Bubba Burgers Grill".
QuoteBUBBA burger announces new restaurant chain, Jacksonville locations
QuoteBUBBA burgers are coming out of the cold of the freezer and into the sun.
BUBBA burger announced today its plans to open four Original BUBBA burger Grill restaurants â€" the first for the new fast casual restaurant chain â€" in Jacksonville.
"Our BUBBA fans have been asking us for years to open restaurants where they could get their BUBBAs on the go when they were away from home," said Billy Morris, President and CEO of Jacksonville-based BUBBA, in a news release. "Our new BUBBA burger Grill will feature the great taste, quality and personality that our customers nationwide have come to expect from our famous BUBBA burger."
According to the release, the restaurant concept will allow diners to choose from all of BUBBA's burger varieties, including the Original, Sweet Onion, Jalapeno, Reduced Fat, Mini BUBBA Bites and the new All Natural Turkey BUBBA burger.
In addition to burgers, BUBBA burger Grill will offer chicken sandwich and hotdog menu selections.
The restaurant chain's website lists the four planned Jacksonville-area locations:
• Point Meadows Shopping Center, 10195 Baymeadows Road
• Hodges Point Boulevard, 13500 Beach Blvd.
• Normandy Village Shopping Center, 5149-A Normandy Blvd.
• Town Center Crossings, 1811 Town Center Blvd., Fleming Island
According to a menu posted on the website, customers will build their own meal, first selecting a burger, then a bun, cheese, toppings, etc.
Sides include fries, chips, chili cheese fries and chili.
A kids menu includes a burger, hotdog, chicken fingers and grilled cheese.
No prices are included on the menu.
In addition to traditional restaurants across the country, the company is looking to grow by opening versions of its BUBBA grill in food courts, airports, college campuses and sporting venues, the release said.
http://jacksonville.com/opinion/blog/423471/gary-mills/2011-02-24/bubba-burger-announces-new-restaurant-chain-jacksonville
I was right! Wish we could convince them open one Downtown!
The Landing would be a good spot. This is good news as Bubba is a local company.
While I hope they succeed, it's going to be a long, tough road ahead. The restaurant industry is some cut-throat stuff, and with the plethora of FRESH, NONFROZEN burger places popping up across the country (5 Guys, Smashburger, etc...), I can't imagine this place will go too far beyond their regional sphere of influence. If I wanted a frozen burger reheated, I'd go fast food...
Thats my biggest issue too. I can cook a Bubba burger at home for a lot less. What is my motivation for going out?
Went to the Landing for lunch today and by the looks of it Sbarro closed.
I was a bit shocked since it was a food court staple and always looked like it had a pretty healthy customer base.
They will be missed.
Wow, that's actually pretty shocking- they seemed to be one of the most popular stalls in the court.
Another one bits the dust...The Black Bean in San Marco closes.
http://jacksonville.com/opinion/blog/423471/gary-mills/2011-03-24/san-marco-square-restaurant-closes
I was just there 2 days ago for lunch. They seemed pretty busy.
Quote from: AmyLynne on March 24, 2011, 08:49:14 PM
Another one bits the dust...The Black Bean in San Marco closes.
http://jacksonville.com/opinion/blog/423471/gary-mills/2011-03-24/san-marco-square-restaurant-closes
Pardon my French, but FUCK! We loved that place. Cheap too.
I wonder if the overhead of the rental spaces are killing these places? I mean, it seems to me something like the Black Bean didn't need nearly all of that seating space on the inside (it was never even close to being full). Most people (including us) seemed to just grab n go.
I wish they could continue in smaller/cheaper space & just have a walk up window.
Anyone know why the Moe's that was originally in the Black Bean spot closed?
Quote from: peestandingup on March 24, 2011, 09:57:57 PM
Quote from: AmyLynne on March 24, 2011, 08:49:14 PM
Another one bits the dust...The Black Bean in San Marco closes.
http://jacksonville.com/opinion/blog/423471/gary-mills/2011-03-24/san-marco-square-restaurant-closes
Pardon my French, but FUCK! We loved that place. Cheap too.
I wonder if the overhead of the rental spaces are killing these places? I mean, it seems to me something like the Black Bean didn't need nearly all of that seating space on the inside (it was never even close to being full). Most people (including us) seemed to just grab n go.
I wish they could continue in smaller/cheaper space & just have a walk up window.
You answered your own question. Decent food but it had a pretty lame/boring/meh vibe. Similar to the Loop.
Is the Black Bean on Southside Blvd 7 Baymeadows still open??
Quote from: KenFSU on March 24, 2011, 11:33:25 PM
Anyone know why the Moe's that was originally in the Black Bean spot closed?
My kids like Moe's so I will take them there sometimes on Tuesdays for kid's night. The one in San Marco had the awful odor of moldy rubber mats. We went there twice a few years ago and never went back. And the service was pretty bad too.
Quote from: danno on March 25, 2011, 07:28:52 AM
Is the Black Bean on Southside Blvd 7 Baymeadows still open??
It appeared to be as of two days ago.
Tried ordering take out from the Black Bean on Southside Blvd, didn't get an answer, figured they were busy. Drove over and they are CLOSED. I miss Sierra Grill there as well as the one that was on Belfort across from the hospital before that.
No surprise on the Black Bean there. Too many burrito joints in this town already. Same with frozen yogurt. I won't be shocked to see alot of yogurt shops on this thread over the next year or so.
Logans Roadhouse is opening at the River City Market Place!
Quote from: copperfiend on May 06, 2011, 01:24:57 PM
No surprise on the Black Bean there. Too many burrito joints in this town already. Same with frozen yogurt. I won't be shocked to see alot of yogurt shops on this thread over the next year or so.
LOL! Now, what about the abundance of sushi places that we have in town? They all can't be great!
In Tinsletown, we have four sushi places and a hibachi buffett.
Crazy Sushi is hands down the best though.
Quote from: fsujax on May 06, 2011, 02:34:56 PM
Logans Roadhouse is opening at the River City Market Place!
OMG!! So freakin excited. Been waiting forever for a Logan's.
I have seen Logan's in Orlando but never eaten at one. Is it similar to a Longhorn?
no comparison. Logans is way better!
Cool. That area of town is blowing up right now. That is great for the people on the northside.
The Guess Store at the Town Center looks to have closed.
The Hallmark in the Publix shopping center on Kernan and Beach is closing as well.
A Sweet to Eat, a nice little bakeshop that also served lunch on some days, has closed... they were located over near Gate Pkway and 9A.
They blame the economy...
http://www.asweettoeat.com/
They opened in 2009 and blamed the economy for closing?
Higher food costs coupled with small or negative growth is affecting these types of business.
They operate on small margins I'm sure. I don't claim to know anything about their choice of location, management, product, quality, credit structure, etc. which has a much bigger effect on their solvency, but it's not unreasonable to cite the economy as it's death knell.
They didn't open in a great economic enviroment. As for location, I don't see much business success for many things on Gate Pkwy, south of JTB.
I'm surprised Marciano and Guess closed. I suppose L'Occitane, Michael Kors, The Art of Shaving, Oakley, Sweet, and The Olive Oil Shop will be moving into one of these shops?
Quote from: TheProfessor on August 08, 2011, 08:47:37 PM
I'm surprised Marciano and Guess closed. I suppose L'Occitane, Michael Kors, The Art of Shaving, Oakley, Sweet, and The Olive Oil Shop will be moving into one of these shops?
Now that I think about it...no one I know goes out of their way to wear Guess anymore.
Guess is nothing special to me. Usually cheap looking menswear. I dunno about the womens' stuff though.
Quote from: TheProfessor on August 08, 2011, 09:20:56 PM
Guess is nothing special to me. Usually cheap looking menswear. I dunno about the womens' stuff though.
Woman's stuff is the same....
On a positive note @ SJTC:
Six new stores to open at St. Johns Town CenterQuoteSix new stores are scheduled to open in the St. Johns Town Center in the next couple of months:
L'Occitane, a high-end beauty product retailer, will open in the next two weeks between Pottery Barn and Sunglass Hut. The chain is based in France and has more than 1,500 stores around the world, including 13 in Florida. But this is the first north of Orlando.
The Art of Shaving, which features men's shaving and skin products, will open in early September between Kay Jewelers and Levy Jewelers. The chain has 60 stores open or about to open. This will be the first between Orlando and Atlanta.
Sweet! By Good Golly Miss Holly, a cupcake bakery, will open its second store in early September between Bikes Direct and Supercuts. The original store is in Orlando.
Oakley sunglasses will open next to Fossil at the end of September.
The Olive Oil Store, featuring olive oils, vinegars and related cooking items, will open between Subway and Salon Cielo in early November.
Michael Kors, high-end sportswear and accessories, is slated to open in November next to Chico's.
http://jacksonville.com/opinion/blog/472000/roger-bull/2011-08-08/six-new-stores-open-st-johns-town-center?cid=hp-topnews
Village Bread has opend in the spot on Southside Blvd & Baymeadows that was formerly Black Bean/Sieara Grill/Woodys. Went last Sunday morning after church and it was packed. I hope they do well.
New store has opened at the Landing.
http://www.jacksonvillelanding.com/shopping/river-city-gourmet-shoppe/
Quote from: fsujax on August 11, 2011, 08:35:24 AM
New store has opened at the Landing.
http://www.jacksonvillelanding.com/shopping/river-city-gourmet-shoppe/
It's always nice to see stores opeing in the landing but i must offer you a good luck...dealing with that man is going to be a real job...
yeah. Not sure how all that works out. Some stores do well, while others dont.
QuoteIt's always nice to see stores opeing in the landing but i must offer you a good luck...dealing with that man is going to be a real job...
Talking out your ass is probably something you should not try.
Landing got a great new tenant last week, and may get another fantastic one this week. And neither of them are the one mentioned in the article(a RAM 'graduate' btw).
There are really some FANTASTIC deals to be had downtown right now and you're starting to see new small business signings that are actually quite exciting.
Quote from: danno on August 11, 2011, 08:25:44 AM
Village Bread has opend in the spot on Southside Blvd & Baymeadows that was formerly Black Bean/Sieara Grill/Woodys. Went last SUnday morning after church and it was packed. I hope they do well.
and meanwhile cut their hours at the Landing to just Monday - Friday
I heard a rumor that the Derby House in 5points is closing soon.
RAM seems to be developing into a place where people are trying out food concepts and recipes then moving into permanent spaces. Pele's Pizza and ????
Quote from: The Compound on August 11, 2011, 09:57:35 AM
I heard a rumor that the Derby House in 5points is closing soon.
Secret Garden Cafe(of Food Network fame) has acquired the Derby House. They will be revamping the menu and interior over the next month or two.
Keeping Der-B-Q remains to be seen at this point.
QuoteRAM seems to be developing into a place where people are trying out food concepts and recipes then moving into permanent spaces. Pele's Pizza and ?
It's actually been quite the incubator. I can name about a half dozen people without even thinking hard who have gone on to open brick and mortar locations. Another newbie to this group is French Fry Heaven... they are opening a cart at the Town Center.
I noticed the Bubba Burger Grill at Beach/Hodges removed all signage over the weekend. They closed their Fleming Island location in May after less than six months of opening. I can't imagine the other two will be around much longer.
They were on borrowed time as soon as the sign went up - what a HORRIBLE idea. $10 frozen fatty burgers....Within a stone's throw of Five Guys and Steak & Shake in Fleming Island.
Quote from: copperfiend on July 16, 2012, 01:31:50 PM
I noticed the Bubba Burger Grill at Beach/Hodges removed all signage over the weekend. They closed their Fleming Island location in May after less than six months of opening. I can't imagine the other two will be around much longer.
thank god
worst idea ever
They had a Bubba Burger stand at the Orange Park 4th of July festival...I was not overly impressed. I do like Bubba Burgers but it definitely wasn't worth the extra amount I had to pay for it. Ill just stick to buying Bubba Burgers in the frozen food aisle at the grocery store and go to Five Guys next time :)
Never understood the point in buying frozen burgers...why not just get the fresh stuff, pay less, and make your own? Always found Bubba Burgers to be rather bland.
Quote from: ben says on July 16, 2012, 01:40:26 PM
thank god
worst idea ever
I honestly didn't understand the concept to begin with. And on Beach Blvd, they were directly across from Five Guys. No way that was going to survive.
I usually bike that way a few times a week, and it was always a mega depressing scene in there.
There were, quite literally, zero customers in the restaurant or at the bar every single time I looked in the window.
Terrible idea from the get-go.
^^^Well said guys. I never see anyone in the Bubba Burger on Normandy, what a bad idea.
Quote from: copperfiend on July 16, 2012, 01:31:50 PM
I noticed the Bubba Burger Grill at Beach/Hodges removed all signage over the weekend. They closed their Fleming Island location in May after less than six months of opening. I can't imagine the other two will be around much longer.
They seemed to be banking solely on the basis as a recognizable purveyor of good-enough burgers for people who don't want to put the time and effort into preparing their own burgers for grilling.
As a restaurant, I always walked past the place on my way to Brucci's for their Monday night live music show. There was never anybody in Bubba Burgers and nothing special about the menu beyond those burgers. Sorry to see another business close but in this case I can't say it was a shock.
A shame it didn't work out.
I guess that means we'll never get that Bagel Bites Cafe we all hoped for in the core :/
Quote from: KenFSU on July 16, 2012, 03:22:43 PM
A shame it didn't work out.
I guess that means we'll never get that Bagel Bites Cafe we all hoped for in the core :/
Damn...HA!
Quote from: ben says on July 16, 2012, 01:40:26 PM
Quote from: copperfiend on July 16, 2012, 01:31:50 PM
I noticed the Bubba Burger Grill at Beach/Hodges removed all signage over the weekend. They closed their Fleming Island location in May after less than six months of opening. I can't imagine the other two will be around much longer.
thank god
worst idea ever
Went there once. Not impressive food and pretty outrageous price. Not sure what Bubba was thinking when he dreamed up that idea but it was a bad one. Times Grill was much better.
I just read that Yo Sushi on Southside closed :/
There's way better sushi in Jacksonville, but Yo was a favorite hang out for me and my wife when we were in that area.
Quote from: KenFSU on August 02, 2012, 09:21:29 AM
I just read that Yo Sushi on Southside closed :/
There's way better sushi in Jacksonville, but Yo was a favorite hang out for me and my wife when we were in that area.
I heard the Yo Sushi will be reopen as Oishii Japanese Fusion...