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Bogie Shooter 04-09-2024 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by marvinh11791 (Post 2320103)
Hi. I have a different 'take' on Burke's. I was down in The Villages on a preview plan about 5-6 years ago. The new homes that were being built were directly across the road from Burke's and I had a direct view from the living room of the home I was shown. Now, I have dog and I was concerned he would be attracted the odor of the BBQ meats being cooked. I even went over to Burke's the following day and asked them when they fire up the outdoor BBQ bits. They told be 7am!! So that entire area of new homes was off limits for me. But they were selling like hotcakes, because I was told that area was the build out and new homes were coming. Well, that was surely wrong! Anyway, I haven't moved down quite yet! MarvinH
Really?

Carla B 04-09-2024 11:09 AM
I wonder if Burke's BBQ was built before Fruitland Park annexed that part of Lake County. If so, that might have something to do with Burke's attitude about the city's demands to bring the property up to code. If so, can't say I blame him. Also, although I enjoyed the food, the restaurant was mostly empty most of the time, so if he wasn't making any money he wouldn't be enthusiastic about spending more.

MaryMS 04-09-2024 11:50 AM
Burkes promised Fruitland Park they would install the proper water system in case of fire. They never did. They said the water in a nearby swimming pool would be adequate in case of fire. They closed their business rather than comply with the specifications.

Special Ed 04-09-2024 02:04 PM
Burmese BBQ
 
A few years ago, before all the building south of 44; I recall hearing about a place to park RV’s. I believe the RV’s had to be visiting folks in TV. It wasn’t going to be open to everyone. I think that was a great idea.

mlmarr 04-10-2024 06:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Tvflguy (Post 2319770)
We pass by (466a just past Colony Plaza) each week or so. Burke’s, closed down for a few years now) WAS standing but now - Crunch. Bam. Boom.

No doubt banks took a heavy hit when they closed. Wonder if they have big plans there for building?
long gone... Villages owns the property in that AREA now.. something new is coming.. head to Oakwood ..

mlmarr 04-10-2024 06:11 AM
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Originally Posted by alwann (Post 2319771)
Oh, just another commercial development to cause further traffic congestion on 466a. But, please, not another car wash!
Check with Mr. Rohan .. he knows, maybe a motor coach parking lot

mlmarr 04-10-2024 06:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Bill14564 (Post 2319778)
Wasn’t there a Winn Dixie announced for that location?
Winn Dixie is history brought out by Aldi .. / Advent Health Stand Alone ER last I heard on the corner of 466A and micro racetrack ..

mlmarr 04-10-2024 06:14 AM
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Originally Posted by New Englander (Post 2319826)
My Landscaper told me that a Trader Joe's will replace Burkes.
LOL don't believe everything you hear .

Sherrilee 04-10-2024 06:49 AM
Burkes has been closed for 10 years due to him leaving and owing on thousands of taxes. Advent health is building a emergency room / urgent center and will transport to advent traverse hospital

Topspinmo 04-10-2024 07:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2320093)
Burke was responsible for his restaurants suppression system upgrades to bring the establishment up to the fire code. Once he saw the tab for that upgrade....he tapped out. But not before he countered with the ‘cement pond’ offer!
No he also have run line for fire hydrant.

karostay 04-10-2024 07:31 AM
No certainty
Jus My My MY’s

Bogie Shooter 04-10-2024 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted by mlmarr (Post 2320249)
long gone... Villages owns the property in that AREA now.. something new is coming.. head to Oakwood ..
Quote:
Originally Posted by mlmarr (Post 2320250)
Check with Mr. Rohan .. he knows, maybe a motor coach parking lot
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Originally Posted by Sherrilee (Post 2320268)
Burkes has been closed for 10 years due to him leaving and owing on thousands of taxes. Advent health is building a emergency room / urgent center and will transport to advent traverse hospital
You all must have missed post #16………..

MarvM 04-10-2024 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Bill14564 (Post 2319778)
Wasn’t there a Winn Dixie announced for that location?
Winn Dixie was bought by Aldi. There probably won't be new Winn Dixie's.

Shipping up to Boston 04-10-2024 11:39 AM
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Originally Posted by mlmarr (Post 2320250)
Check with Mr. Rohan .. he knows, maybe a motor coach parking lot
Hear a lot of this. Who in their right mind, knowing the value of buildable parcels in/around TV.....would use said property for motor coaches or to stage RV’s for the Boondockers of America, Fruitland Park chapter. That’s right, no one.


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