That's a one-of-a-kind test store. Hopefully the concept will prove itself.
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^ Another Target Express is coming to Minneapolis and one is going to San Fran, so hopefully it will take off nationally.... would have been great for the Standard (assuming a larger one doesn't go in across the street at Midtown Station).
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if you've been following news, Target really is not firing on any cylinders right now....
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I love this 22,000 sq. ft. addition to a Baltimore office tower.... it almost lured an Apple store but will be getting a Shake Shak and couple other high-profile retailers
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Putting something like this on Market or Chestnut with views of the Arch and mall I think would be highly attractive for retailers.
Putting something like this on Market or Chestnut with views of the Arch and mall I think would be highly attractive for retailers.
Shake Shack is entering Chicago right? You'd think it's only a matter of the time before the guy brings one home.
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^ looks like Chicago is going to get 2. I still want to know if there is going to be a restaurant at the new Keiner Plaza that planners said could be something along the lines of Shake Shack.... weird how plans for the space are so mysterious.
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Good things happen when a city starts filling its office buildings!roger wyoming II wrote:I love this 22,000 sq. ft. addition to a Baltimore office tower.... it almost lured an Apple store but will be getting a Shake Shak and couple other high-profile retailers
Putting something like this on Market or Chestnut with views of the Arch and mall I think would be highly attractive for retailers.
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^ yup. actually the mixed-use office/retail addition is the first of what planners hope are more to follow:
...the owner of the 1980s-era tower at 400 E. Pratt St., is the first downtown landlord to embrace the Downtown Partnership of Baltimore Inc.'s concept of building multi-story additions along Pratt Street to shrink down sidewalks and add retail to the Inner Harbor corridor.
Brake said his company is proud to be part of that initiative, saying both the design of the office and the choice of location was aimed at creating an environment that is fun and comfortable for the next generation of workers.
http://www.bizjournals.com/baltimore/ne ... -will.html
edit: come to think of it, this seems to be the exact type of vision that City to River had in mind for the buildings fronting Memorial with their Boulevard concept.
...the owner of the 1980s-era tower at 400 E. Pratt St., is the first downtown landlord to embrace the Downtown Partnership of Baltimore Inc.'s concept of building multi-story additions along Pratt Street to shrink down sidewalks and add retail to the Inner Harbor corridor.
Brake said his company is proud to be part of that initiative, saying both the design of the office and the choice of location was aimed at creating an environment that is fun and comfortable for the next generation of workers.
http://www.bizjournals.com/baltimore/ne ... -will.html
edit: come to think of it, this seems to be the exact type of vision that City to River had in mind for the buildings fronting Memorial with their Boulevard concept.
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You'd hope so but...jstriebel wrote:Shake Shack is entering Chicago right? You'd think it's only a matter of the time before the guy brings one home.
http://www.vanityfair.com/culture/2014/ ... -interviewHe has Shake Shack locations in Kuwait City, Moscow, Dubai, and Istanbul, but has yet to open one in his hometown. “I feel like I got so much inspiration from St. Louis . . . and I kind of believe that you can’t go home again. What if I let them down?”
Oh g**d****t.
What the hell. Is he worried we'll all be mad that he borrowed the term "concrete" or something? Why in the world do people think you can't go home again.
Even Lebron is doing it!
What the hell. Is he worried we'll all be mad that he borrowed the term "concrete" or something? Why in the world do people think you can't go home again.
Even Lebron is doing it!
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^ I doubt he actually believes that, but it's uncouth to say "F*ck that place." during an interview with Vanity Fair. Based on the interview the guys sounds like kind-of a d*ck IMHO. But maybe not. I don't know.
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Danny Meyer must have forgotten how unhealthy we are here. Shake Shack would do gangbusters.
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So who has actually eaten at Shake Shack? Is it even that good or are we just clamoring for it because the guy grew up, with his chicken frying housekeeper, in St. Louis?
I think this is it exactly.urban_dilettante wrote:^ I doubt he actually believes that, but it's uncouth to say "F*ck that place." during an interview with Vanity Fair.
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I love Shake Shack, but probably more inspired by late nights at Steak n Shake than fried chicken. Think Steak n' Shake turned up to 11. Similar thin burgers and shakes, but it is clean and modern with quality ingredients, beer and wine available. Also Concretes.moorlander wrote:So who has actually eaten at Shake Shack? Is it even that good or are we just clamoring for it because the guy grew up, with his chicken frying housekeeper, in St. Louis?
But as far as lines around the block, its not THAT awesome. A lot does have to do with his name, marketing and the cache if the existing high profile locations.
I have not, but girlfriend was a big fan when she had it in DC. Not like OMG OMG OMG or anything, but good.moorlander wrote:So who has actually eaten at Shake Shack? Is it even that good or are we just clamoring for it because the guy grew up, with his chicken frying housekeeper, in St. Louis?
I think the clamor is because they are somewhat of a novelty given their limited footprint, and it feels like we should be an obvious place because he's from St. Louis.
I don't see it really being a huge deal any more than any time a successful franchise views St. Louis as a good market to expand to.
It's really good. I've had it multiple times in three different NYC locations and in DC. I would seek it out if I was in a city that had it...but wouldn't go too far out of my way to get it. They have a "Shack Pale Ale" that is made by Brooklyn Brewery for them which is very tasty. The food is like gourmet Steak 'N Shake, without really reminding you of SNS. Never had their shakes or concretes.
I think one thing that stands out is that the service is always really good. The lines are quick and the employees generally seem very cheerful.
Overall, I would love one here and know several St. Louisans that agree. On the flip side though, STL has the David Bailey restaurants, which seem to be very similar...not the same food, but definitely the same focus on quality and service.
I think one thing that stands out is that the service is always really good. The lines are quick and the employees generally seem very cheerful.
Overall, I would love one here and know several St. Louisans that agree. On the flip side though, STL has the David Bailey restaurants, which seem to be very similar...not the same food, but definitely the same focus on quality and service.
I had a concrete at the Grand Central Station location last week. It was good, but it's got nothing on Ted Drewes and was much slower. Can't speak to their other offerings, though.
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good point about Bailey's Range. I do hope though that we can attract some celebrity chef/restaurateur.... I expect we'll see something pretty notable at the Magnolia's space as that is an upscale property. A Mexican place from Rick Bayless sounds about right to me... and with high-speed rail up to Chicago he can keep a good eye on it!MRNHS wrote: Overall, I would love one here and know several St. Louisans that agree. On the flip side though, STL has the David Bailey restaurants, which seem to be very similar...not the same food, but definitely the same focus on quality and service.
edit: actually it looks like its more of a casual spot.... but that's okay; a Bayless place can move into the Tower OPOP.
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Last week I ate at the Shake Shack near Times Square on 8th Ave while on vacation. I was worried when I saw the line out the door, but they were very well organized and had tons of people behind the counter -- just like Ted Drewes. They had a separate line for cold things like shakes, but both lines moved quickly. And somewhat like Drewes, you order than step aside, but with a buzzer. So I thought my hamburger and shake (with malt added) was very tasty. I think he learned how to work big crowds fast from Ted Drewes.
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Interesting choice of location for an Italian restaurant.
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I thought so, too. Then again, if they also own the bar next door, perhaps they have a pretty good feel for the area and their ability to generate business there.downtown2007 wrote:Interesting choice of location for an Italian restaurant.
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I got an email from them and their first location is Maplewood, tentatively the southeast corner of Manchester and Big bend. Maybe they'll tear down that hideous CVS lol.MRNHS wrote:Exactly! Here is something we can all contribute to. Tim Horton's set up this website specifically to figure out where the demand is. If enough people suggest downtown, then they will realize the demand and set one up there. It doesn't exactly take much time to submit where you would like THs.downtown2007 wrote:Tim Hortons is taking suggestions on where they should open 1 of their 40 locations.
A great opportunity to suggest downtown!!!!
http://timhortonsstl.com