Posted by Scowly on October 28th, 2008
In addition to the recent rumored sale of Java Java (too many coffee shops and too many wine places in Charlottesville?), we heard Crush is trying hard to be sold. Birdie explains:
The owner didn’t go into much detail about it, but it’s definitely sad, considering it’s a great wine shop. I don’t know if this is old hat, but it was news to me.
How does this relate to our favorite wine connoisseur’s departure? Anyone recall the “scariest food business from our 2007 superlatives?”
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Posted by Scowly on October 21st, 2008
We just got two interesting sad telling depressing rumors about Charlottesville food businesses that appear to be dying.
First rumor about the potential closing of a town staple Crozet Pizza comes from a trusted Villain:
A friend just told me that Crozet Pizza may be closing down. I don’t know anything more than that, but it thought it was a worthy note.
We wonder about this one, especially considering all the growth that is happening in Crozet.
The second rumor comes from a very reliable birdie that has always been right. This time it appears Java Java is up on the auction block:
Java-Java is for sale. The economy has sent many a latte drinker to traditional coffee and since the mall has much more reasonable priced coffee (fair trade/organic small cup for .95 less than a block away…) they have suffered. First they kicked the milkman out and began making Sams club runs and some other stuff.
Not sure of the price, but since The Bean (at 225 sq feet) sold for 50K cash recently, some money might change hands…that is if he is still not upside down on his upfit.
Sad times indeed. Do we have any more info?
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Posted by Scowly on August 11th, 2008
We heard from a birdie that Escafe is for sale. Sure, we know the “everything’s for sale” thingy, but this one comes from a trusted birdie.
Do you think this craigslist ad is Escafe?
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Posted by Thor on July 28th, 2008
I hereby label this week: “The Week of Selling Charlottesville Venues and Restaurants on Craigslist”
As one of our commenters pointed out, Saxx has also listed itself for sale on Craigslist.
The post on Craigslist reads:
Thinking of owning a lounge/club? Well look at the beautiful Saxx Jazz & Blues Lounge located in the heart of the prestigious downtown Belmont. The lounge is equipped with bar, performance stage, 6ft tv movie screen with projector, in house hi-tech sound system and more. With standing occupancy of 225 and seating of 165, this establishment is great for suttle sophisticated nightlife. Book your favorite band or schedule private events such as wedding receptions, business meetings, birthday parties etc… You’ll be delighted with one of the most elegant and luxurious atmospheres that Charlottesville has to offer!
Ok, this is funny now. What is the next Charlottesville business for sale on Craigslist?!
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Posted by Vanillavy on May 19th, 2008
From a little birdie:
Hi all! I’m sure by now we’ve all heard about Plan 9 closing, I just
wanted to give everyone a heads up that their closing sale has
started, so it’s a good time to take advantage of that and show them
some love. Everything in the store is 20% off now through Friday,
and this Saturday only, it’s 30% off all new items, and 50% off all
used items–they’ll be open until Midnight, and if you spend $25.00
or more, you get a ticket to Satellite Ballroom’s last show for
$5.00! It’s a little sad to see these two staples go, so if you have
a chance to get over there this week I know both Satellite and Plan 9
would appreciate it!
For a list of this week’s shows: visit the Satellite Ballroom
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