Shops/Businesses opening/closing down

marklazarcovic wrote: »

had the pork burrito in tucos, very tasty,small though .. seating is awful uncomfortable, menu slightly different than boojum,you dont see them make it either,they do sweet potato too,is it one of the dough bros lads that has it? ginger beard dude

No chance that it's the dough bros guys, the marketing would have been existent had it been.

marklazarcovic wrote: »

had the pork burrito in tucos, very tasty,small though .. seating is awful uncomfortable, menu slightly different than boojum,you dont see them make it either,they do sweet potato too,is it one of the dough bros lads that has it? ginger beard dude

I was also in Tuco's this week, and got the pork burrito. I was hoping it would be a challenger to Boojum's burrito monopoly, it wasn't. The pork itself was not great, it felt as if it wasn't shredded properly and it was a little tough. The guac didn't seem as fresh as Boojum either. However, the Chipotle salsa was very pleasant and the tortilla was ok, and the rice and beans were standard enough. I don't really see what niche Tuco's will fill in town. It is not as tasty as Boojum and it is considerably more expensive.

Luckily on the burrito front, Tolteca is opening on the Newcastle road near the University, according to their Facebook. The chain has rave reviews with regards to their Dublin store so fingers crossed they will be better than Boojum.

Also, it's not the Dough Bro's guy running the place, the two guys look remarkably similar though.

dropping_bombs wrote: »

I was also in Tuco's this week, and got the pork burrito. I was hoping it would be a challenger to Boojum's burrito monopoly, it wasn't.

Thats disappointing I was hoping the very same.

dropping_bombs wrote: »

Tolteca is opening on the Newcastle road near the University, according to their Facebook.

Personally wouldn't be excited over this one. every time I've had it I've found it to be fairly bland compared to other places.

Their rice especially has no spices or flavours added just plain white or brown rice.

Hey, I'm just happy to see Mexican food finally take hold in Ireland. We've gone from one choice to 4, if you include Supermac's Habaneros. I don't eat out often, but I've nearly earned my Boojum t-shirt and can't see why I should root for their competition. I think they do a good job, big portion (for me), love the homemade fresh salsa and guac. Only issues I have are the occasional low stock of hot sauces. Also the fact that margarita machine never showed up!

Mrs OBumble wrote: »

Mexican that's open after the nightclubs close, and close to them - would be one guess. (I don't know what hours they're keeping, but it's a big niche for anyone willing to take the abuse.)

Absolutely. But as these guys are more casual restaurant than fast food setup I doubt it. Something like Taco Bell could give Supermacs and the chippers a run for their money (not intended to be eaten sober but same could be said of battered sausages and garlic cheese chips).

Stay on topic please, shops opening/closing.

Former butcher shop in Mainguard St is now a women's fashion place, Willow I think it's called.

thesandeman wrote: »

Something a bit different. Asylroom-Escape The Room, a real life adventure game opening across from eBruns Dominic Street in a week or so. Apparently they are a big thing these days.

Very popular in Eastern Europe... will be interesting to do, provided it's not a rip off.

piscesgirl1 wrote: »

'Inismore' opened last Wednesday where Krcma was in salthill. Can't find any info on it on Facebook though.

Sounds less interesting than Krcma anyway.

Think he's joined a group/franchise thingy.

pmasterson95 wrote: »

Still gunna be a pharmacy and same staff?

it is still going to be a pharmacy they are just part of a group now.

1 Stop Travel Galway owned and managed by husband and wife team Colm and Caryl McDonagh closed its doors at 9.00am this morning.

Best of luck to both of them with their new café/restaurant venture.

aw wrote: »

Was that planned or forced?
They were active on their Facebook page with offers only yesterday.

He was on GBFM first thing this morning and explained all. It was forced after a lot of effort including selling their car and putting their home up for sale in a bid to keep trading. He aslo said that they will honour any outstanding gift vouchers that are still in date by means of refund.


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Gadgetman496 wrote: »

1 Stop Travel Galway owned and managed by husband and wife team Colm and Caryl McDonagh closed its doors at 9.00am this morning.

Best of luck to both of them with their new café/restaurant venture.

Shame but makes sense. I don't see how any travel agents can stay in business. I'd imagine once the older generation die off it'll be completely a thing of the past. They were smart with pushing the Premier League travel. Best of luck to them!