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soonfl
03-09-2011, 04:45 PM
from the orlando sentinel

"Urban Flats (Orlando) LLC has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in federal court, but restaurants remain open. "

The stores are independent franchisees

But for how long/
Bill-n-Brillo
03-09-2011, 06:45 PM
Here's the link to the article:

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/os-urban-flats-bankrupt-20110309,0,6412322.story

Bill
Shirleevee
03-09-2011, 08:46 PM
But, NOT our Urban Flats!
kentucky blue
03-09-2011, 08:59 PM
But, NOT our Urban Flats!

I would imagine the Urban Flats in TV is in great shape.I'm amused everytime i'm at LSL and see all the activity, reminds me of my college days . If your single and not in a committed relationship,Urban Flats is the place to be, just make sure you bring your "business cards" with you.
alemorkam
03-09-2011, 09:28 PM
Anyone seen Midnight Cowboy there?
Bonny
03-10-2011, 09:10 AM
Our Urban Flats will be City Fire. This Flats & one in Orlando have broken away from Urban Flats.
Shirleevee
03-10-2011, 10:05 AM
The owners are fabulous too....
Bonny
03-10-2011, 10:17 AM
The owners are fabulous too....

:agree: They don't get much better.
gbuell
03-16-2011, 06:18 PM
Hello Everyone!!
My name is Gina Buell. My husband Mike, Scott Vasatka and myself own the Urban Flats in the Villages. Just want you to know that we are here to stay!! WE LOVE OUR VILLAGERS!!! :D

Yes, Urban Flats Corporate has financial concerns however that will not effect us at all!!!

Hope to see you all tomorrow for St. Patty's Day!! Mike and I will both be here!!! Ask for us!!!

Look forward to seeing you!!:thumbup:
BogeyBoy
03-16-2011, 07:53 PM
Hello Everyone!!
My name is Gina Buell. My husband Mike, Scott Vasatka and myself own the Urban Flats in the Villages. Just want you to know that we are here to stay!! WE LOVE OUR VILLAGERS!!! :D

Yes, Urban Flats Corporate has financial concerns however that will not effect us at all!!!

Hope to see you all tomorrow for St. Patty's Day!! Mike and I will both be here!!! Ask for us!!!

Look forward to seeing you!!:thumbup:

Hi Gina,

Thanks for the update. Will you continue to operate as Urban Flats? I heard that some Urban Flats have not only changed names but also an entirely different menu.
Bonny
03-17-2011, 07:14 AM
Yes, there is a name change coming. Love you Gina !!
Tbugs
03-17-2011, 09:12 AM
GBUELL, good to hear from Urban Flats at Lake Sumter Landing that it is not going away.

I (and many others) were disappointed that your restaurant cancelled Trivia Nights. The restaurant was always packed and you seemed to do a land office business selling food and drinks. Then a few weeks ago, a $5 FOOD minimum was also requested per person. That seemed to back the kitchen up so bad (and I also heard there was a physical altercation between cooks) during that time. The following week was when it was announced you were cancelling Trivia Night.

I really think it was a big mistake on your part to require the FOOD minimum. If you had said FOOD OR DRINK, there would be no problem since it seemed as though most people were drinking well over $5 worth. You even could have raised to a minimum FOOD OR DRINK order of $7.50 or $10 and still kept up the good service without overtaxing the kitchen staff.

Hope to get back to Trivia Night at your restaurant as soon as possible. Don't price it too high if you go with a buffet. Personally, I would suggest the food requirement be dropped and just a minimum per person of their choice of food or drink. Drinks are the money maker - even at your great prices.
JohnM
03-17-2011, 10:01 AM
GBUELL ... I and my team were regulars at Trivia Night and were disappointed with the changes made and the ultimate cancellation of Trivia Night ... folks are trying alternate venues ... last night's trivia at Fish Hawk was packed (111 were turned away but guaranteed a seat next week) ... it was great fun!
gbuell
07-28-2011, 11:07 AM
We will be changing the concept into City Fire!! Here is the website: www.cityfirerestaurants.com
Whatever
07-28-2011, 01:58 PM
Menu pricing seems a bit too high for The Villages and the villagers. Hope you make it. I don't like seeing empty stores in my neighborhood.
Russ_Boston
07-28-2011, 04:52 PM
Flatbreads look about the same price as UF. Nice wine menu - that should draw in some folks. Of course I never see UF empty (outside) anyway. Good luck!
DaveE
08-01-2011, 11:14 PM
I'm soon to be a full-time resident of the Villages moving from Orlando. And I must say, every restaurant that Mike and Gina have been a part of in the greater Orlando area over the past 10+ years have made such a huge inpact on the community and myself that I can only anticipate a commodity to the community that is unmatched thus far. I wish them the greatest in their new venture.
Schaumburger
08-02-2011, 12:16 AM
I'm soon to be a full-time resident of the Villages moving from Orlando. And I must say, every restaurant that Mike and Gina have been a part of in the greater Orlando area over the past 10+ years have made such a huge inpact on the community and myself that I can only anticipate a commodity to the community that is unmatched thus far. I wish them the greatest in their new venture.

BonifayDave, Welcome to TOTV and congratulations on your upcoming move to TV. :welcome:
Bonny
08-02-2011, 06:00 AM
I'm soon to be a full-time resident of the Villages moving from Orlando. And I must say, every restaurant that Mike and Gina have been a part of in the greater Orlando area over the past 10+ years have made such a huge inpact on the community and myself that I can only anticipate a commodity to the community that is unmatched thus far. I wish them the greatest in their new venture.

Yes, Mike & Gina are awesome people !!!