shermanator
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My entire opinion of this project is based solely on Tres Marias and to a lesser extent, Saffron Bistro, being able to relocate within the neighbourhood. They are an absolute staple in my household.
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Mountain Man
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Never tried either of those places, maybe I should while I still have the chance!
shermanator
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Tres Marias is moving a block away to Infinity, to the unit where Flirty Bird was. Fantastic news.
1875
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flirty bird closed?
shermanator
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They closed in January, as did the Mash in Courtyard 33. Both were regulars of mine, but neither had many customers any time I went.
1875
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ya, always empty. too bad.
sad when good cheap food cant survive.
this economy sucks.
sad when good cheap food cant survive.
this economy sucks.
DiscoStu
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I wouldn't say it was cheap, but it sure was good.
Chicken sandwich trend is probably over saturated.
Chicken sandwich trend is probably over saturated.
sameg
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DMAP showing this one is approved.
Forage has indicated that they will be closing Feb 26th. No plans to re-open in a new location
Forage has indicated that they will be closing Feb 26th. No plans to re-open in a new location
Ah, too bad. When I lived a block from there I liked the to go meals, and especially the desserts and biscuits, because they were convenient (and had huge portions). Later, as a new parent, they were a lifesaver.
I think it's now in the 21 day period where an appeal can be filed.
adamyyc
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My wife spoke to someone at Tres Marias a few weeks ago and they said they were moving into where Flirty Bird is/was on 34 Ave & 19 St SW. I haven't been by to see if Flirty Bird has vacated, but that location isn't listed on their website anymore. I see that a Brooklyn Dumpling Shop is moving/has moved into where the Chatime was in the same building.
The dry cleaner is moving to Kensington. Chinook School of Music moved to Macleod Trail & 39 Ave SE (not a terrible location if you want to drop your kids off at music class and have a beer at Annex or Establishment). Forage is closing this Thursday (February 27th). I'm not sure if they are relocating or not. I think Infuse Catering has closed already (I think they are/were associated with Forage). I'm not sure if Saffron Bistro has closed yet or will open another location in Marda Loop (they have a Strathmore and Calgary NE location). I think there is a meat place and yoga place in the building as well. I don't know anything about them.
This is one of those development that leaves you with mixed feelings. I like having older retail nodes that are a bit dumpy, usually you get the good eclectic local businesses. This new building will have less funky and eclectic businesses, but it will get rid of the out front parking and in 40 years it'll be back to older retail stock and will have come full circle.
shermanator
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Flirty Bird closed in January. Tres Marias' last day in their current location is tomorrow, and per their Instagram, have almost finished moving in to their new location. It looks like they are keeping the seating that was left behind so the dine-in portion of their business might end up stronger.
Forage is closing permanently, they have stated on their Instagram that this week's menu is their last ever. Haven't heard about Saffron Bistro but I really enjoyed them and they are the only Indian food in the neighbourhood so I hope they find a new location.
shermanator
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This is why the work Leonard Development Group is doing in the area is so valuable. They are keeping the quirkyness in the area in the midst of gentrification and an influx of chains. And many, although not all, of the small businesses are thriving. Slow Burn Books, Le Comptoir, Avitus, Bonjour, Dopo in particular are bringing real vibrancy. As an example, Bonjour had to shut down focus on delivery orders shortly after opening as they couldn't keep up with walk-in customer orders, while down the street, Chachi's (who have a similar price point) is empty.
At this point, now that everyone is being kicked out and some small businesses have outright died as a result, this building better get built. There are too many developers quick to kick out tenants and tear down existing buildings and then leave the lots empty for years.
shermanator
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Saffron Bistro is moving to 17th Ave, below where Green Chili is (according to the note on their door). Bummer, loved their stuff. Opportunity for an Indian restaurant to move in elsewhere and have the whole neighbourhood to themselves!