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susan1014
Supporter
Username: Susan1014
Post Number: 1012
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Monday, October 10, 2005 - 8:59 pm: |     |
What's up here? Anyone know how long they are expecting to be closed? |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 4195
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Monday, October 10, 2005 - 10:03 pm: | |
...what kind of renovations are you talking about Susan?
Just a year or so ago, the previous owners spent several million dollars in renovations. The place has probably one of the most modern state of the art kitchens in the state. Everything in the place is almost brand new... |
CageyD
Citizen
Username: Cageyd
Post Number: 403
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Monday, October 10, 2005 - 10:29 pm: | |
I thought "closed for renovations" was another way of saying closed until a new buyer takes over. |
susan1014
Supporter
Username: Susan1014
Post Number: 1014
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 11, 2005 - 9:50 am: | |
All I know is that we tried to go there last night, and the place was dark, with "Closed for Renovations" signs in the windows. Ended up with pizza instead of a steak.
I share CageyD's suspicions (unless they had water damage in the recent deluge), but hope they are wrong. I was hoping that someone here might know the story. |
redY67
Citizen
Username: Redy67
Post Number: 3761
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 11, 2005 - 9:56 am: | |
They are re-doing the inside, changing it up a little, and funishing the lower level. |
susan1014
Supporter
Username: Susan1014
Post Number: 1015
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 11, 2005 - 1:36 pm: | |
Good to hear. Thanks. |
mrosner
Citizen
Username: Mrosner
Post Number: 2322
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 11, 2005 - 2:21 pm: | |
I have seen the plans and met the new partner. They are taking out the large bar and building a new one in the front (village plaza/valley street side). There will be a new chef and a different menu.
The downstairs will have a different menu which will be a small plate/Tapas style. Their will be a seperate bar downstairs.
Expected opening is October 25th, 2005.
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mwoodwalk
Citizen
Username: Mwoodwalk
Post Number: 449
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 12, 2005 - 10:19 pm: | |
Cool, thanks for the details Mr. Rosner.
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emmie
Supporter
Username: Emmie
Post Number: 630
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, October 13, 2005 - 11:31 am: | |
Is Franco still the owner? |
redY67
Citizen
Username: Redy67
Post Number: 3820
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, October 13, 2005 - 11:41 am: | |
Yes, I believe that Franco and Giacomo went into business with another partner. |
SOSully
Citizen
Username: Sullymw
Post Number: 857
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, October 13, 2005 - 11:43 am: | |
Good, they need a new chef. Regardless of what others have said I have been there twice and found it mediocre for the price point. I hope they improve...the more diverse dining, the better |
mrosner
Citizen
Username: Mrosner
Post Number: 2334
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, October 20, 2005 - 10:42 am: | |
Latest update is they will be open again towards the end of next week (10/28), but still not firm.
They will have a grand opening (or re-opening) in early November.
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redY67
Citizen
Username: Redy67
Post Number: 3999
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Friday, October 21, 2005 - 2:51 pm: | |
can't wait to check it out. I hope they are successful! |
Nick DiPasquale
Citizen
Username: Nickdinan3
Post Number: 10
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Friday, October 21, 2005 - 5:22 pm: | |
Franco and Giacomo are still the owners-they do have a new partner. It will really be nice when it re-opens. |
Nick DiPasquale
Citizen
Username: Nickdinan3
Post Number: 11
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, October 22, 2005 - 10:07 am: | |
I just left Franco at Lot 15-the new construction is moving along-a beautiful new bar...I also met his new partner-great guy-they have really cool plans....they will re-open in early November-there will be a Noveau Beaujolais tasting on November 18th-not bottles-from barrels that will be tapped that night-these barrels are being air freighted in-they have some really great plans-too many to share here....but it is going to be a happening place! |
kmk
Supporter
Username: Kmk
Post Number: 776
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, October 22, 2005 - 11:00 am: | |
It's nice that the businesses are noticing that we are not all the beer and slice of pizza types!
I much prefer matinis, cockails, appetizers and Noveau Beaujolais type places. I also love steak, ceasar salad, baked potato and scotch (hint, hint).
I have kids and we take them to the pub (or Chili's) when we eat out. Every other night out with the hubby is "date night" and I like a grown up atmosphere. |
Nick DiPasquale
Citizen
Username: Nickdinan3
Post Number: 12
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, October 23, 2005 - 5:22 pm: | |
Sandra (bartender) makes a great dirty Belvedere martini at Lot 15.....they also have single malts-which is perfect with the air turning cooler.... |
Dave
Supporter
Username: Dave
Post Number: 7697
Registered: 4-1997
| | Posted on Sunday, October 23, 2005 - 5:42 pm: | |
Beaujolais Nouveau is actually pretty good with pizza. |
Pizzaz
Supporter
Username: Pizzaz
Post Number: 2718
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, October 23, 2005 - 7:57 pm: | |
I think we have a bottle or two... 
BTW: I can't remember going out with the wife without the kids. We were all inseperable.  |
Nick DiPasquale
Citizen
Username: Nickdinan3
Post Number: 14
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Monday, October 31, 2005 - 3:30 pm: | |
I was at Lot 15 Saturday- It will be called The Village Cellar when it re-opens. The place is looking great....Hopefully will be opened next week! Stay tuned..... |
mrosner
Citizen
Username: Mrosner
Post Number: 2356
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Monday, October 31, 2005 - 3:34 pm: | |
I think the target date for the opening is Nov. 9th. When they have a definite date I will post.
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drewdix
Citizen
Username: Drewdix
Post Number: 1006
Registered: 7-2001
| | Posted on Monday, October 31, 2005 - 9:09 pm: | |
I hear a part owner is Met legend Art Shamsky. |
Stuart0628
Citizen
Username: Stuart0628
Post Number: 131
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Monday, October 31, 2005 - 9:23 pm: | |
Interesting...I know Art Shamsky has had various restaurant ventures over the years. Has anyone eaten at any of his places? |
The Oracle of MOL
Supporter
Username: Oracle_of_mol
Post Number: 111
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 1, 2005 - 10:51 am: | |
Art Shamsky's "Doubles", many moons ago, on Queens Blvd., near Pastrami King. I preferred the latter venue, BTW.
Go in peace.
--The Oracle of MOL |
cmontyburns
Citizen
Username: Cmontyburns
Post Number: 1460
Registered: 12-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 1, 2005 - 1:39 pm: | |
Someone should tell them what "cellar" means before they spend all that money on a fancy sign.
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SOSully
Citizen
Username: Sullymw
Post Number: 941
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, November 3, 2005 - 9:09 am: | |
Well, Shamsky DID play for the Mets! |
Tom Kerns
Supporter
Username: Tom_kerns
Post Number: 220
Registered: 6-2004
| | Posted on Friday, November 4, 2005 - 2:50 pm: | |
I was going to make a snide comment about him being on the Mets as well (being a Yankee fan it is my obligation), but then I looked up when he was on the Mets - 1968 - 1971. Definitely not the point in the franchise that they were cellar dwellers.
BTW, Good luck to Giacomo, Franco and whoever their new partner is |
Nick DiPasquale
Citizen
Username: Nickdinan3
Post Number: 16
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Friday, November 4, 2005 - 4:15 pm: | |
Art Shamsky is one of the new partners along with a great guy named Patrick. Art Shamsky broke in with the Chicago White Sox I believe. |
Stuart0628
Citizen
Username: Stuart0628
Post Number: 139
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Friday, November 4, 2005 - 11:10 pm: | |
http://www.baseball-reference.com/s/shamsar01.shtml
Art broke in with the Cincinnati Reds and was traded to the Mets in the 1967 offseason. He shares the record for homeruns in consecutive at-bats (4 HR over two games, August 12-14, 1966).
We look forward to trying out the new place when it reopens! |
SOSully
Citizen
Username: Sullymw
Post Number: 949
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, November 5, 2005 - 12:17 pm: | |
Is the owner of Lot 15 totally out of this business now? If so, they must not have been doing well financially |
Nick DiPasquale
Citizen
Username: Nickdinan3
Post Number: 17
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Monday, November 7, 2005 - 4:13 pm: | |
I was just at The Village Cellar with Franco and Patrick (new partner). Franco and Giacomo are still partners in the restaurant. They have plenty of experience and a history of running successful restaurants....they are still going strong! There is going to be some great things such as "kids" night when kids will have a buffet to choose from while adults can dine on the regular menu-I saw the menu today-it looks incredible. I also met the new Chef. He is a really nice guy with a great background-This community really needs someplace like this.....tenative opening next Tuesday the 15th... |
Nick DiPasquale
Citizen
Username: Nickdinan3
Post Number: 21
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, November 17, 2005 - 5:32 pm: | |
They will be open tomorrow night at 7PM!
The place looks incredible as does the menu! |
mrosner
Citizen
Username: Mrosner
Post Number: 2439
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Friday, November 18, 2005 - 2:06 pm: | |
They are set to open tonight (they have all the required permits, etc).
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Klg
Citizen
Username: Klg
Post Number: 44
Registered: 4-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 30, 2005 - 3:01 pm: | |
I went in there last Friday. I like the revamp. Took out the bar in the center and moved it to the front. Removed the drapes from the ceiling. It's very nice although the dining room looks enormous (when it's empty). Menu seems to be the same or perhaps a little more Italian.
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Nick DiPasquale
Citizen
Username: Nickdinan3
Post Number: 24
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 30, 2005 - 5:04 pm: | |
Actually the menu has more of a french flare and is very different from Lot 15-it's a new chef |
The Oracle of MOL
Supporter
Username: Oracle_of_mol
Post Number: 157
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 30, 2005 - 9:21 pm: | |
I have an image... Local Power Lunchers at the Village Cellar... About a third of the the place occupied, all discretely listening to the table talk whirling around them... VP Bill Calabrese eating lunch there today, seated at a table for three in the center of the big room, folksily but relentlessly selling his lunchmates (a burly round-headed man and a younger woman) on some venture, project, or whatever... The image is flickering... I cannot say for sure who paid for Bill's lunch, but I predict it will be the residents of South Orange Village...
Another image... The chopped salad with skirt steak looks pretty good.
I predict that the Village Cellar will be a local hit, but unless SOPAC opens sooner than projected, I fear that this deserving eatery may lack the financial staying power required to see it through to the "good times"... Perhaps Mr. Shamsky should make regular appearances and sell autographs...
Pity. Places like it do very well here in Boca...
Oh, and I further predict that your local neo-Mex Toro Loco will soon be adding more "American" menu items, followed by... perhaps... a name change???
Go in peace.
--The Oracle of MOL
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Dave
Supporter
Username: Dave
Post Number: 8027
Registered: 4-1997
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 30, 2005 - 10:06 pm: | |
Whatever happens at Toro Loco, I hope their chef has the guts to use a habenaro now and then. |
davidbuckley
Citizen
Username: Davidbuckley
Post Number: 459
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, December 9, 2005 - 3:10 pm: | |
That's "SHIRT steak"...
Dine well, all.
David |
drewdix
Citizen
Username: Drewdix
Post Number: 1061
Registered: 7-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, December 11, 2005 - 6:14 pm: | |
??????? |
Dave
Supporter
Username: Dave
Post Number: 8103
Registered: 4-1997
| | Posted on Sunday, December 11, 2005 - 9:08 pm: | |
I call it flank steak, but you can pound it into a skirt or shirt, I suppose. |
davidbuckley
Citizen
Username: Davidbuckley
Post Number: 464
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, December 12, 2005 - 6:55 pm: | |
Well, my friend and I went by the other night and we had a couple of drinks and looked at the menus. There is a shirt steak salad offered on the lunch menu; I love skirt steak so I'm guessing I'll like shirt steak too...!
If you try it let me know...
Dine well, all.
David |
Thespis
Citizen
Username: Thespis6
Post Number: 25
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 14, 2005 - 6:20 am: | |
We just had our annual office holiday party at the Village Cellar and it was FANTASTIC!!! GREAT service, GREAT food, GREAT atmosphere!!
Would suggest it to anyone and everyone!!! |
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