[Villagevip]

A simple Jamba Juice,..and a burrito food truck located outside....

[Chatbrat]

Portillo's--a Morton's Steakhouse--its gotta be a corp run franchise--similar to the Bonefish, Carrabbas, -with real mgt expertise

[Villagevip]

WAFFLE HOUSE, onions, shrooms over the home fries, and for all the cute friendly waitresses.....

[SFSkol]

Originally Posted by Villagevip

A Hooters themed restaurant, renamed to "COCOON" for The Villages...

A Hooters-themed restaurant, run by seniors, called, "The Cane Mutiny."

[Chatbrat]

Hooters is like going to a Ferrari dealership, you could buy one, but are not really able to enjoy it

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by njbchbum

Wouldn't it be fun to have a Whalburgers! Wahlburgers | Official Site for the Boston Burger Restaurant That restaurant even has a portobello sandwich and salads for vegetarians!

njbeachbum, WHAT is "government cheese"? Sounds like a New England localism. lol The menu looks yummy to me. I love that kind of fare. There are a few who like only steak and really expensive "well" drinks.

If I could vote, I would vote for it. I like chains the best. More money behind it and usually consistent fare.

I know Guy Fieri's is a chain and I am wondering why it closed so quickly; usually leases on the square are for five years. Florida restaurant business is highly seasonal and takes a lot of management expertise. It isn't an easy business.

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

njbeachbum, WHAT is "government cheese"? Sounds like a New England localism. lol The menu looks yummy to me. I love that kind of fare. There are a few who like only steak and really expensive "well" drinks.

If I could vote, I would vote for it. I like chains the best. More money behind it and usually consistent fare.

I know Guy Fieri's is a chain and I am wondering why it closed so quickly; usually leases on the square are for five years. Florida restaurant business is highly seasonal and takes a lot of management expertise. It isn't an easy business.

Sorry to see them close. Although we didn't visit often, I enjoyed the food, and in fact was there a little over a week ago. Excellent service to boot.

[bilcon]

Originally Posted by Chi-Town

Hopefully TGI Fridays will move back in.

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[FenneyFanatic]

How about an UNO's restaurant?

Deep dish pizza, burgers, salads and reasonably priced alcohol. It would be a good match for the building and the demographic.

[Henryk]

Originally Posted by FenneyFanatic

How about an UNO's restaurant?

Deep dish pizza, burgers, salads and reasonably priced alcohol. It would be a good match for the building and the demographic.

Don’t forget the delicious soups and pasta! And those ROLLS!

[Gpsma]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

njbeachbum, WHAT is "government cheese"? Sounds like a New England localism. lol The menu looks yummy to me. I love that kind of fare. There are a few who like only steak and really expensive "well" drinks.

If I could vote, I would vote for it. I like chains the best. More money behind it and usually consistent fare.

I know Guy Fieri's is a chain and I am wondering why it closed so quickly; usually leases on the square are for five years. Florida restaurant business is highly seasonal and takes a lot of management expertise. It isn't an easy business.

Gracie Dear....many years ago the government gave out bricks of surplus cheese they stored...ergo “government cheese”...they were basically Velveeta.

The last thing TV needs is another bland chain restaurant. I have come to realize that many here from the hinterlands appreciate the consistency of chains. But I also realize that its the only kind of restaurant that can survive.

Thank God, we have found restaurants outside the bubble.

[njbchbum]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

njbeachbum, WHAT is "government cheese"? Sounds like a New England localism. lol snipped

Not only New England...more like a welfare localism...it was likely the first free food donated to low income families...the Whalburgs were a family of 11 - 9 kids!...dunno if their tv show is still on the air - but if you ever see it in the listings watch it...mama Alma is a hoot!


Government cheese - Wikipedia

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Gpsma

Gracie Dear....many years ago the government gave out bricks of surplus cheese they stored...ergo “government cheese”...they were basically Velveeta.

The last thing TV needs is another bland chain restaurant. I have come to realize that many here from the hinterlands appreciate the consistency of chains. But I also realize that its the only kind of restaurant that can survive.

Thank God, we have found restaurants outside the bubble.

To each his own.

[Madelaine Amee]

Originally Posted by billethkid

I am of the opinion that a well run, clean, consistently good service, consistently high quality foods will always win the day.
And even if it is in not the best location or just what we refer to as a hole in the wall folks will seek it out.

Too many have tried here with mediocrity that deteriorated to poor everything...untrained help and management...removed ownership.

Every eatery that has failed since we have been here (14 years) fail because of inattention to the basics. If they are not failed they are in deterioration, run by folks who are not invested and more importantly do not care.

I have said many times there is no secret to success in the food business.

Absolutely agree with you. Well said. The owners do not care about the restaurants, just the dollars. The staff don't care because they get no backing from the management and the quality of the cooks is abysmal.

The one real standout to me is Bonefish. The Management is always in house, the wait staff are properly trained and dressed appropriately. The tables have proper table linen and the tables are large and comfortable. Add to that the food which is very good. You have a winner.

[Judith Ann]

We miss Honest Johns.