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Allegiance 07-21-2017 06:19 PM

Honest Johns deal with Guy Fieri fell though?
 
Heard that the deal is dead. Anybody else hear that? Hope it's not true. Been looking forward to a grand opening soon.

Maybe even see the Camaro.

Guy Fieri Gets Big Block Chevy Power - 1968 Camaro ZZ502 - YouTube

Wiotte 07-21-2017 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Allegiance (Post 1426706)
Heard that the deal is dead. Anybody else hear that? Hope it's not true. Been looking forward to a grand opening soon.

Maybe even see the Camaro.

Guy Fieri Gets Big Block Chevy Power - 1968 Camaro ZZ502 - YouTube

Nix the restaurant and make it a muscle car showroom !

Bogie Shooter 07-22-2017 06:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Allegiance (Post 1426706)
Heard that the deal is dead. Anybody else hear that? Hope it's not true. Been looking forward to a grand opening soon.

Maybe even see the Camaro.

Guy Fieri Gets Big Block Chevy Power - 1968 Camaro ZZ502 - YouTube

What is the source of this rumor?

Allegiance 07-22-2017 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter (Post 1426803)
What is the source of this rumor?

A friend said she read it in the newspaper. I doubted it as I would have read about it here or on the other site.

l2ridehd 07-22-2017 06:33 AM

He read the lease terms and decided it was not possible to make money and still serve good food.

Bonny 07-22-2017 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by l2ridehd (Post 1426808)
He read the lease terms and decided it was not possible to make money and still serve good food.

Guy Fieri is not leasing it. It is a licensing agreement. His money comes from the restaurant using his name & making his food.

Allegiance 07-22-2017 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by l2ridehd (Post 1426808)
He read the lease terms and decided it was not possible to make money and still serve good food.

Since you have a chef icon, I respect your post on the matter.


Seems logical, precent or gross to Villages another percentage to franchise, high rent. Etc

Allegiance 07-22-2017 08:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bonny (Post 1426831)
Guy Fieri is not leasing it. It is a licensing agreement. His money comes from the restaurant using his name & making his food.

So the resturant is still opening soon? Hopefully

784caroline 07-22-2017 08:32 AM

I saw someone (carpenter) working at the resturant on friday

Taltarzac725 07-22-2017 08:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 784caroline (Post 1426844)
I saw someone (carpenter) working at the resturant on friday

The Villages Commercial Property Management

Rumors.

Bonny 07-22-2017 08:40 AM

Yes, everything is still moving forward. No truth what so ever to the rumor stated here.

Bogie Shooter 07-22-2017 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Allegiance (Post 1426832)
Since you have a chef icon, I respect your post on the matter.


Seems logical, precent or gross to Villages another percentage to franchise, high rent. Etc

FYI
https://www.talkofthevillages.com/fo...rcial+property

ColdNoMore 07-22-2017 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter (Post 1426869)

:1rotfl:

You will excuse me won't you, if I cast a jaundiced eye toward answers of criticism to the developer...from the newspaper the developer owns? :oops:

Taltarzac725 07-22-2017 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore (Post 1426871)
:1rotfl:

You will excuse me won't you, if I cast a jaundiced eye toward answers of criticism to the developer...from the newspaper the developer owns? :oops:

Sounds logical.

rubicon 07-22-2017 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 (Post 1426853)

The site is not dated?

784caroline 07-22-2017 04:10 PM

Agree but again I saw a carpenter working there friday afternoon.....so something is happening to someones specs!!

Better question...where is the article that "supposedly said the deal was cancelled!!

Schaumburger 07-22-2017 10:32 PM

Opening date?
 
When is Guy Fieri's restaurant scheduled to open?

Taltarzac725 07-23-2017 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Schaumburger (Post 1427088)
When is Guy Fieri's restaurant scheduled to open?

The Villages Gourmet Club Restaurant Reviews Page 1

Seems unclear. Maybe one of the employees of Honest John's will come on here and give us the inside scoop.

Schaumburger 07-23-2017 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 (Post 1427128)
The Villages Gourmet Club Restaurant Reviews Page 1

Seems unclear. Maybe one of the employees of Honest John's will come on here and give us the inside scoop.

Thanks, Tal. And thank you for posting the link to the Villages Gourmet Club restaurant reviews.

Bonny 07-23-2017 11:15 AM

They are still working inside. They are not giving specific date yet.

Taltarzac725 07-23-2017 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bonny (Post 1427263)
They are still working inside. They are not giving specific date yet.

I never got to Honest John's but hope to get to whatever goes in at that location.

cmj1210 07-24-2017 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Allegiance (Post 1426706)
Heard that the deal is dead. Anybody else hear that? Hope it's not true. Been looking forward to a grand opening soon.

Maybe even see the Camaro.

Guy Fieri Gets Big Block Chevy Power - 1968 Camaro ZZ502 - YouTube

I just saw an ad on Craigslist that they are hiring servers and waitstaff.

Allegiance 07-24-2017 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmj1210 (Post 1427658)
I just saw an ad on Craigslist that they are hiring servers and waitstaff.

Good to hear. Can't wait to try it out.

perrjojo 07-24-2017 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 784caroline (Post 1427007)
Agree but again I saw a carpenter working there friday afternoon.....so something is happening to someones specs!!

Better question...where is the article that "supposedly said the deal was cancelled!!

Yes, I saw workers and a sign in the window saying, Now hiring for all positions.

John_W 07-24-2017 12:39 PM

Here's the Help Wanted from Craigs List:

Guy Fieri's Kitchen & Bar is opening soon in Lake Sumter Landing in The Villages.

The menu at Guy's American Kitchen & Bar reflects his signature style of authentic and surprising flavors. Guy has traveled over 150,000 miles across America's back roads in Diners, Drive-ins and Dives in search of the best regional fare: Guy knows American food to the core. The dishes are crafted with the heart and soul of hometown favorites and infused with Guy's big, daring flavors. You will find beloved comfort food with a spin only Guy could have envisioned. Hope you're hungry, because Guy's imagination knows no boundaries.

Want to be a part of a unique and growing company? We are looking for friendly, fun, prompt, efficient and dedicated individuals who love to serve and make guests happy. You must be dedicated to our guests and to the restaurant's profit performance and service excellence. A dynamic employee is ready to work hard, yet never too busy to smile and celebrate exceptional performance. This is an amazing opportunity for a hospitality and food service professional with the experience and the drive to grow within a popular brand.

Please apply in person with a copy of your resume for open interviews being held on:
Sunday, 7/30/17 11am-2pm, 5pm-8pm
Monday, 7/31/17 11am-2pm, 5pm-8pm

Location:
1045 Old Camp Road
The Villages, FL 32162

MSGirl 07-24-2017 04:05 PM

I believe it's opening within the next 2 weeks

Bogie Shooter 07-24-2017 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MSGirl (Post 1427747)
I believe it's opening within the next 2 weeks

How do you know?

Taltarzac725 07-24-2017 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John_W (Post 1427677)
Here's the Help Wanted from Craigs List:

Guy Fieri's Kitchen & Bar is opening soon in Lake Sumter Landing in The Villages.

The menu at Guy's American Kitchen & Bar reflects his signature style of authentic and surprising flavors. Guy has traveled over 150,000 miles across America's back roads in Diners, Drive-ins and Dives in search of the best regional fare: Guy knows American food to the core. The dishes are crafted with the heart and soul of hometown favorites and infused with Guy's big, daring flavors. You will find beloved comfort food with a spin only Guy could have envisioned. Hope you're hungry, because Guy's imagination knows no boundaries.

Want to be a part of a unique and growing company? We are looking for friendly, fun, prompt, efficient and dedicated individuals who love to serve and make guests happy. You must be dedicated to our guests and to the restaurant's profit performance and service excellence. A dynamic employee is ready to work hard, yet never too busy to smile and celebrate exceptional performance. This is an amazing opportunity for a hospitality and food service professional with the experience and the drive to grow within a popular brand.

Please apply in person with a copy of your resume for open interviews being held on:
Sunday, 7/30/17 11am-2pm, 5pm-8pm
Monday, 7/31/17 11am-2pm, 5pm-8pm

Location:
1045 Old Camp Road
The Villages, FL 32162

Thanks for posting that. John W.

Bonny 07-25-2017 07:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MSGirl (Post 1427747)
I believe it's opening within the next 2 weeks

They aren't even holding interviews until the beginning of next week. I doubt they will be open the following week after hiring new staff.

Taltarzac725 07-25-2017 07:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bonny (Post 1427963)
They aren't even holding interviews until the beginning of next week. I doubt they will be open the following week after hiring new staff.

I hope they have something with lobster in it.

Bonny 07-25-2017 07:27 AM

Here is a link to the American Kitchen & Bar in Vegas.
This will be some of what the menu will be.

Guy Fieri Las Vegas - Guy Fieri's Vegas Kitchen & Bar - LINQ

Taltarzac725 07-25-2017 07:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bonny (Post 1427975)
Here is a link to the American Kitchen & Bar in Vegas.
This will be some of what the menu will be.

Guy Fieri Las Vegas - Guy Fieri's Vegas Kitchen & Bar - LINQ

Thanks. I have a number of relatives who live in Las Vegas now. I will ask them about what they have heard about that place and if they went there what it was like.

Henryk 07-25-2017 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bonny (Post 1427975)
Here is a link to the American Kitchen & Bar in Vegas.
This will be some of what the menu will be.

Guy Fieri Las Vegas - Guy Fieri's Vegas Kitchen & Bar - LINQ

Some tasty stuff there. Thanks for the menu, Bonny. I sure hope the prices will be TV, not Vegas, LOL.

Bonny 07-25-2017 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Henryk (Post 1428063)
Some tasty stuff there. Thanks for the menu, Bonny. I sure hope the prices will be TV, not Vegas, LOL.

They will be working on the pricing. :)

champion6 07-26-2017 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Allegiance (Post 1426706)
Heard that the deal is dead. Anybody else hear that? Hope it's not true. Been looking forward to a grand opening soon.

Let's kill this rumor once and for all.

From today's Daily Sun:
Guy Fieri Restaurant to Host Job Fair
Guy Fieri's Kitchen & Bar, which is slated to open soon at Lake Sumter Landing, is looking for people to join its opening team. The restaurant, located at 1045 Old Camp Road, will hold open interviews form 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 5 to 8 p.m. July 30-31. Open positions include line and prep cooks, sous chefs, hosts, bartenders, servers and bussers.

Taltarzac725 07-26-2017 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by champion6 (Post 1428363)
Let's kill this rumor once and for all.

From today's Daily Sun:
Guy Fieri Restaurant to Host Job Fair
Guy Fieri's Kitchen & Bar, which is slated to open soon at Lake Sumter Landing, is looking for people to join its opening team. The restaurant, located at 1045 Old Camp Road, will hold open interviews form 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 5 to 8 p.m. July 30-31. Open positions include line and prep cooks, sous chefs, hosts, bartenders, servers and bussers.

I wish I were ready to start looking for work in the Villages area. Not just yet though. Busy busy bee.

golfing eagles 07-26-2017 07:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Henryk (Post 1428063)
Some tasty stuff there. Thanks for the menu, Bonny. I sure hope the prices will be TV, not Vegas, LOL.

They better. I don't think a bacon cheeseburger for $22 will sell in TV. Nor will $20 sandwiches, $15 fries, and $33 ribs.

Taltarzac725 07-26-2017 08:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 1428371)
They better. I don't think a bacon cheeseburger for $22 will sell in TV. Nor will $20 sandwiches, $15 fries, and $33 ribs.

They will go under with those prices here in the Villages and quickly.

Chatbrat 07-26-2017 08:40 AM

yah think so

dbussone 07-26-2017 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 1428371)
They better. I don't think a bacon cheeseburger for $22 will sell in TV. Nor will $20 sandwiches, $15 fries, and $33 ribs.



I hope this $22 hamburger is better than my last $42 hamburger in NYC.


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