What should go on the old Ruby Tuesday site?

06.22.2010 by Andre Natta · 8 Comments

There’s been a great deal of talk recently about what should go on the site of the former Ruby Tuesday in Five Points South. We didn’t know if folks would be interested in sharing their specific ideas here. We want you to be idealistic here, so…

Let’s hear em!

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J Fulton

How about the Walgreen’s that wants the fire station in Forest Park.
http://cathyreisenwitz.com Cathy Reisenwitz

A grocery store, farmer’s market or co-op would be cool.
c dogg

how about a tgi friday’s.
http://www.AlabamaPersonalInjury.com Jon Lewis

What was wrong with chick-fil-a? There is always a problem. I really don’t think it would have been a problem with the local restaurants, and it would have brought some traffic back to the southside. It’s the same with Park Lane in Mountain Brook, and it was the same with WholeFoods, and it was the same with MAPS v. RAPS. The naysayers come out of the woodwork. The traffic at WholeFoods is actually better than it was previously, contrary to the naysayers, and we now have Maki Fresh, Nothing But Noodles, Newks, Yogurt Mountain, and other stores.

Why are some many Birmingham citizens always trying to stop progress? Change is inevitable.
Roni

I’m with Jon. I guess I still don’t understand the knock against CFA. I do, however, understand the traffic problems a drive-thru would bring to that particular location. It’s already difficult enough as it is to park, wait for pedestrians, turn left/right etc. And actually, if we’re trying to be ‘elitist’, which it sounds like some opponents are doing, a CFA would be better than, say, a Church’s Chicken or event a Mickey D’s. Not all fast food restaurants are created equal.

But, having said that, what’s wrong with bringing diverse businesses to the area? I’ve not heard anyone offer any real alternatives to CFA other than the fact that they just don’t want it in ‘their neighborhood’. I can understand wanting to require businesses to adhere to a certain architectural style. And most businesses are ok with creating a unique building style.

At the end of the day, that area needs a quality sit-down restaurant that caters to those needing a quick bite for lunch or those who want a leisure meal on the weekends. Not everyone can afford Ocean, 26 or Fon Fon on a regular basis. Panera Bread seems like a viable alternative. Or something like California Pizza Kitchen or another Nothing but Noodles. Mainly, I think they need to bring in something that brings money to the area and provides a service that one can’t get inside the downtown business district. I work downtown and I like Panera, but it’s unrealistic for me to drive to The Summit or Vestavia when I want Panera for lunch.

If restaurants aren’t the best options, a small, picnic area and/or amphitheater for live music and entertainment could be an idea. Or, how about we bring back a newsstand or small bookstore (anyone remember Joe Muggs?)
Jay Michaels

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http://www.allaboutthehookup.com Roderick Parker

Plant a tree…that Ruby Tuesday always had plumbing problems anyway…turn it into a nice little greenspace.
clay kaintock

How about the return of Almost Famous, Neons or the chinese take out-anyone remember the name?

What should go on the old Ruby Tuesday site?

06.22.2010 by Andre Natta · 8 Comments

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