“It’s a beautiful idea, and it would be dope if we had the space, but we don’t have the space,” said deli owner Al Muhammad, who’s led an effort opposing the parklet to preserve parking along the boulevard.
Retail
LaDiff moving to South Richmond
“We’re looking at the whole concept for the five acres as something like a LaDiff village,” co-owner Andy Thornton said of the furniture retailer’s future home on Commerce Road.
Chop Suey Books turns a page as owner sells business to longtime customers
Ward Tefft will let Berkley and Chris McDaniel take over in a deal expected to close Friday. WonTon, the store’s feline mascot, will stick around.
Startup medical clinic taking over former Carytown Panera space
Carbon Health, offering primary and urgent care as well testing services, will bring a shot to the arm of the vacant storefront in the Fresh Market-anchored Carytown Place.
Fast-growing donut and corndog shop Mochinut finds its spot in Richmond
As it aims for dozens of new locations in its first year in business, a Hawaiian-style donut chain is setting up its first local spot in a VCU-area restaurant space that’s no stranger to new concepts.
Citing opposition, city puts Brookland Park parklet on hold
The move coincides with recent removals of curb extensions, or bump-outs, that the city installed along Brookland Park Boulevard last year.
Women’s clothing chain slips into Short Pump Town Center
Windsor, selling dresses and other items for special occasions like parties, homecoming, prom and holidays, joins Warby Parker as a new arrival to the mall.
New Bingo Beer co-owners ramp up production capacity with new tanks
The side-loading tanks, which are made specifically for lagers, will allow the brewery to increase its beer output by about 60 percent.
BJ’s Wholesale Club planned for Hull Street Road site near Route 288
Rebkee bought 28 acres for $4.2 million near HHHunt’s Wescott townhomes after developing an Aldi and Dash In nearby.
Banana Republic retreats from Stony Point Fashion Park
The women’s clothing chain, which is owned by Gap, shuttered its store last week in the south Richmond mall.