Even more places to eat on the Westside

So Boaz West - Korean / Japanese cuisine - opened a couple of weeks ago by the Reversing Falls restaurent; and now the Bear's Den has opened on Lancaster Ave., next to Olsen's Store, across from T4G. Today is the opening day, and the fast food spot looks ready and willing to serve. There have nice, clean decor, a kitchen where you can see the food being prepared, good prices, and lots of space to sit. The menu is all about burgers, fish & chips, platters, etc. Breakfast will be served everyday starting at 8am.

This business is in the location of Thai Hut, hopefully they'll make a go of it. Nice to see a local business opening.

Korean / Japanese restaurant on the westside?

Not soon enough.
This sign was posted at the empty restaurant overlooking Reversing Falls.

Get in line for ice cream

The Pumpkin Patch on Manawagonish Road opened today  -  that's a sure-sign of summer around the corner.

New Retail Activity

More retail activity talk on the Westside.  Chit chat (again) says a Kent’s is preparing to build on the corner of Catherwood & Fairville Blvd.  In the Lancaster Mall the Coco Beach Salon closed its doors abruptly last week; I believe they had many customers who will be unhappy at this turn of events.Too bad for a local individual who tried to make it in the small business world.  (I imagine the rent is substantial in the mall). Also in Lancaster Mall, Zeller’s is winding down operations in preparation for closing in early June to make way for Wal-Mart.  I recently spoke to a woman who has worked there for 35 years (K-Mart / Zellers), there would be plenty of stories to tell.   The store’s fixtures are for sale as is the restaurant equipment.  I have not heard when the Wal-Mart will open.

Sad Start to the New Year

This was no way to start the New Year. The Inn on the Cove, a great local business, and a wonderful historic site, was destroyed by fire yesterday afternoon.  I had been by the site just hours before after a walk in the Irving Nature Park.  The location and the surrounding area has always been a perfect site for outdoor activities, and the owners have been gracious and welcoming Westsiders.   Here's hoping the owners will rebuild and continue their excellent contribution to the West Side.