305 Fitness, Our Next Downstairs Neighbor
Spiderbands didn’t last, but 305 Fitness, another (better-funded) fitness chain is taking up residence on the ground floor of 14th St. Here’s hoping they keep the volume down.
Looks like University Place will soon get a branch of the popular Pop Burger near 10th St. Also at that location, a coffee spot called Pop Roast. Expected opening: early 2011
The soon-to-rise condo tower on University is selling fast, with both penthouses in contract at prices north of $10 million. Wow. Check it out here.
At long last, L.A. Burdick Chocolate is returning to the City they love! In late October, L.A. Burdick Café (5 East 20th Street, 212 796-0143) opened featuring their award winning hot chocolate and renowned chocolate mice and bonbons. The café is open seven days a week serving hot and cold drinks, homemade pastries and a full selection of chocolates.
Ralph Lauren Denim and Supply, a fixture on the corner of University and 12th for the past few years, is done.
Japonica will leave its location as Bowlmor Lanes preps for demolition. It will move just one block south to 90 University Place.