tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post2721824753179169474..comments2023-10-01T11:04:12.429-05:00Comments on Sloopin - A South Loop Blog: Email From a Reader About Roosevelt CollectionSloopyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03513112726608015138noreply@blogger.comBlogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-77150376026449290372010-03-16T22:24:54.116-05:002010-03-16T22:24:54.116-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07984171158325042352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-5006930053286853202010-03-11T19:40:01.962-06:002010-03-11T19:40:01.962-06:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07984171158325042352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-36344239234400431632010-02-25T00:52:19.320-06:002010-02-25T00:52:19.320-06:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Buy Goldhttp://www.goldcoinsgain.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-37077150616056914272010-02-24T20:23:08.646-06:002010-02-24T20:23:08.646-06:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Hydroponicshttp://www.hydroponicswholesale.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-46555887809362448032009-12-30T09:39:46.241-06:002009-12-30T09:39:46.241-06:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-32576131452941911112009-12-30T08:57:55.668-06:002009-12-30T08:57:55.668-06:00There's already a Barnes & Noble, Ulta and...There's already a Barnes & Noble, Ulta and Sephora on South State St.Carlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-45910682403969238682009-12-29T10:32:51.444-06:002009-12-29T10:32:51.444-06:00Here's my wist list for RC:
1. Trader Joes
2....Here's my wist list for RC:<br /><br />1. Trader Joes<br />2. Barnes & Noble<br />3. Buffalo Wild Wings<br />4. Dicks Sporting Goods<br />5. Ulta or Sephora - I don't go to either being a guy, but if you build it females will come :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-75168553894328637032009-12-24T11:17:41.940-06:002009-12-24T11:17:41.940-06:00Anonymous said...
"I don't understand th...Anonymous said... <br />"I don't understand the negative outlooks some of you people have. Do you live in the Sloop? Where's this "liquor store and currency exchanges" next to RC or Potbelly’s? Is there a reason for this misinformation? Someone's lying and I want to know why...<br /><br />December 22, 2009 11:06 PM"<br /><br /><br />It is basically all coming from this one blatantly racist, republican d-bag who spews the same garbage over and over on this blog. Spend any amount of time reading this blog and you will spot his posts by either the racism or the laughable misspellings that they contain. He is a fool and is to be ignored.Rob Scnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-20389588997814188312009-12-24T10:04:58.233-06:002009-12-24T10:04:58.233-06:00Gee, I have to pick just one?
How about Anon post...Gee, I have to pick just one?<br /><br />How about Anon post December 21, 2009 9:22 AM or December 21, 2009 9:54 AM.<br /><br />I encourage you to venture out from under your rocks more often and take a good look around the entire city or, heaven forbid, country. Chicago is sadly not some special case when it comes to this topic.<br /><br />Try doing something proactive for a change, you might like it.Lance Uppercutnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-50717353314048916442009-12-23T23:01:54.600-06:002009-12-23T23:01:54.600-06:00Lance Uppercut, which post are you talking about? ...Lance Uppercut, which post are you talking about? Date/Time.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-24621038505828106152009-12-23T11:19:20.480-06:002009-12-23T11:19:20.480-06:00Typical ignorant/misinformed post from a troll who...Typical ignorant/misinformed post from a troll who likes the sound of their own (typed) voice.<br /><br />Ignore.Lance Uppercutnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-74164191885527338632009-12-22T23:06:20.265-06:002009-12-22T23:06:20.265-06:00Wine Styles and Three Peas Art Lounge are two new ...Wine Styles and Three Peas Art Lounge are two new places that surprisingly attract a crowd during some week nights. I never saw any activities in these areas two years ago. Opening night of ICON also had a good crowd (not AMC crowded, but good nonetheless). I don't understand the negative outlooks some of you people have. Do you live in the Sloop? Where's this "liquor store and currency exchanges" next to RC or Potbelly’s? Is there a reason for this misinformation? Someone's lying and I want to know why...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-17909780550136771552009-12-22T08:12:26.669-06:002009-12-22T08:12:26.669-06:00The empty storefronts are a product of the economy...The empty storefronts are a product of the economy. I was in Orland Park the other day and they have a strip mall that is half empty. Are you going to say that businesses don't survive in Orland Park?illinijaynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-8299200957946737052009-12-21T12:08:25.583-06:002009-12-21T12:08:25.583-06:00To the Anon with the "close friend in the res...To the Anon with the "close friend in the restaurant business":<br /><br />Prior to the current economic downturn, 60-70% of all new businesses nationally failed within the first year according to stats from Small Business Administration and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Restaurants skew slightly higher. My personal experience has been that Chicago and the South Loop fair slightly better than national averages.<br /><br />Another issue no one has raised regarding empty local shop spaces: it's never been harder to get a small business loan.Lance Uppercutnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-79194119938581372972009-12-21T11:19:13.278-06:002009-12-21T11:19:13.278-06:00Some of these comments are very short sighted IMO....Some of these comments are very short sighted IMO. Remember that the South Loop is a relatively new neighborhood still. Every highrise (whether condo or rental) will help the retail/restaurant establishments because it means more warm bodies in the neighborhood.<br /><br />Although there are a lot of vacant store fronts in the neighborhood (which i'm pretty sure is a national issue honestly) the fact is that they are there. Things will turn around and eventually these storefronts will be filled.<br /><br />It's better to have the infrastructure in place (ie vacant storefronts) so when things turn around businesses/restaurants/shops etc will be able to move in quicker.<br /><br />In regard to RC, I went on Saturday. I was impressed. Similar to the points I made about the broader neighborhood, there were a decent amount of people walking around within RC. This has to be attractive to future businesses. I think it's a great concept and will flourish when the economy turns around. Be patient my friends...this will end up being a great resource for the neighborhood eventually...just give it some time. <br /><br />As they say, "Rome wasn't built in one day"Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-46031993891586334522009-12-21T11:00:53.657-06:002009-12-21T11:00:53.657-06:00If I'm not the one doing the (real estate) gam...If I'm not the one doing the (real estate) gambling and failing, I fail to see the downside.<br /><br />Even empty, these properties are generally in better shape that before. And the next person or business gets a crack at a space that's already been developed with little or no construction overhead or depreciation.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-76258129807233909762009-12-21T09:54:38.359-06:002009-12-21T09:54:38.359-06:00At times, when driving through this neighborhood, ...At times, when driving through this neighborhood, I almost feel like someone should hang an "Out of Order" sign at the entrances to all commercial strips.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-6611351008258115472009-12-21T09:22:12.618-06:002009-12-21T09:22:12.618-06:00You people are failing to grasp the enormous downs...You people are failing to grasp the enormous downside to gambling on a commercial venture in this area: huge investment (millions) and countless hours. For what? To sit empty? To be overrun by patrons of the nearby liquor store and currency exchanges? Not worth it. You take the safe bet and set-up shop in either wicker park or lincoln park. It's a no-brainer.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-2652652443471404202009-12-20T12:22:37.544-06:002009-12-20T12:22:37.544-06:00I compare the South Loop to the Chicago White Sox....I compare the South Loop to the Chicago White Sox. If there is a quality product, consumers will come. Companies like Panera (2 locatons), Target, Whole Foods, Dominicks, and Jewel are making money hand over fist in our area. In the Printer's Row area, Kasey's, Hackneys, SRO, and Epic Burger seem to be doing great!<br /><br />While I'm not so nieve as to ignore potential concerns regarding some of the less well off areas that border the South Loop, I feel that empty store fronts are more a direct reflection of the economy. Many well-off areas of the city are within a short distance of impoverished areas. Wicker Park and the West Loop are just a couple of examples.Illinijaynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-41547880218117316302009-12-20T11:49:13.684-06:002009-12-20T11:49:13.684-06:00To the above post I say: there's risk involved...To the above post I say: there's risk involved with everything.<br /><br />No one is denying the fact that current (worldwide) economic challenges are going to make this RC development even more difficult than normal.<br /><br />That said, image what people though of Florida land speculators in the 1920's-1930's. You gotta take some risks (and expect a few lumps) if you want progress.<br /><br />Someone's gonna make money off this untamed area at some point . . . and as my Grandpappy used to say "There's a big difference between and neigh-saying and horse sense.".Lance Uppercutnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-78956073161993670262009-12-20T11:28:39.452-06:002009-12-20T11:28:39.452-06:00I have a close friend in the restaurant business. ...I have a close friend in the restaurant business. In fact, he initially signed a lease to open a fine dining restaurant and wine bar in the RC, but backed out after almost EVERY single person in the biz told him it was a HUGE mistake to open in this area. They showed him figures that reflected even the most successful spots in the south loop do 2-3 million less in sales per year than restaurants elsewhere in the Loop. Moreover, and I know the haters don't want to hear this (but it is a reality), the proximity to less-than-desirable areas both west and south of this neighborhood scares the daylights out of commercial tenants (e.g., the bevy of vacant storefronts all over the place). My friend told me that the developer @ the RC was practically begging them to reconsider for months after they backed out; it sounds like they're having a terrible time filling the commercial. Almost as bad as the sales of the condos, which, as we all know, was so grim that the entire complex was turned into rental.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-44065363599516458512009-12-19T18:54:58.006-06:002009-12-19T18:54:58.006-06:00I could see a CB2 down here and some type of coffe...I could see a CB2 down here and some type of coffee joint (anything but a Star*ucks!) seems like a no-brainer.<br /><br />Wishbone seems like a stretch considering there's that one over in the West Loop.Carlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-89374647124367783142009-12-19T18:52:30.623-06:002009-12-19T18:52:30.623-06:001. Trader Joe's
2. Marshalls
3. a bookstore1. Trader Joe's<br />2. Marshalls<br />3. a bookstoreAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-14263612024926303262009-12-19T17:08:59.711-06:002009-12-19T17:08:59.711-06:00Roosevelt Collection wish list:
1. Trader Joe'...Roosevelt Collection wish list:<br /><br />1. Trader Joe's<br />2. Crate and Barrel or CB2<br />3. American Apparel<br />4. Intelligentsia<br />5. Ulta or Sephora<br />6. WishboneCherisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08889805086696961780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167519580792566980.post-61753314107567861182009-12-18T18:36:49.106-06:002009-12-18T18:36:49.106-06:00Pizza-ria is the closet to NY-style but calling th...Pizza-ria is the closet to NY-style but calling that NY-style is HUGE stretch. And Pat's is consider - St. Louis style? Ew, not a fan at all...Andy Siteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15070490717544664294noreply@blogger.com