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Message: [QUOTE="maxxyz, post: 3868924, member: 350"] The Salt City Market is using a business model that has been very successful in downtowns of small cities across the country. I see it as a great addition to our downtown. First - the location is great. Easy walking distance from lots of businesses for the lunch crowd. Close to the Landmark Theatre. Close to dozens of apartment complexes. Close to three major hotels (Jeferson Clinton, Courtyard Marriott, Hotel Syracuse). Lots of potential customers. There are alot of people that live downtown and even more that work downtown and this is the main customer base. Parking isn't a top concern because the customer base is already in the area. If they're looking for a quick meal (either eat in or take out) this works well for them. Its not trying to compete with Pastabilities or Dinosaur BBQ - its a quick service type meal. Going to a downtown concert or show on a weekday? Get something quick at the Salt City Market. This is what city planners are striving for; a walkable downtown living area. Currently there are 12 vendors, including a desperately needed grocery store. Not all of the food outlets will last. They will be replaced with vendors on a short list and the venue will carry on. The overall concept will move forward as a living business entity. Check out the [URL='https://saltcitymarket.com/about/']About Page [/URL]for some more info on the overall vision which includes alot of community outreach. Again, this was designed for the downtown community first and foremost, not suburban commuters. The only potential problem would be if the overall management is crappy and doesn't keep standards high. With the Allyn Foundation behind it (also a big part of the development of the nearby [URL='http://www.theredhouse.org/']RedHouse Arts Center[/URL] ) I believe there will be alot of attention to management. I'm sure they will make course corrections as needed and I feel they will succeed long term. And now the best things; [LIST] [*]Its open on Sundays. It can be tough to find a lunch option if your working downtown on a Sunday. This is a great option. [*]It's not ***ing Chick-Fil-A or some other chain. Small business owners making great food ideas come to life. Awesome. [/LIST] [/QUOTE]

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