Businesses/Shops opening in Cork city/suburbs.

what the hell! · 25-05-2021 11:13pm

Joe’s & Bros look to be opening their third spot by the looks of their Instagram. Going into the Winthrop Arcade I’d say taking up another spot. Different offerings this time- have a picture of sushi rice up.

Pen Rua · 26-05-2021 9:02am

what the hell! wrote: »

Joe’s & Bros look to be opening their third spot by the looks of their Instagram. Going into the Winthrop Arcade I’d say taking up another spot. Different offerings this time- have a picture of sushi rice up.

Were they not there already / in the past? Would they have closed it during the height of the lockdowns to consolidate to one/two locations?

what the hell! · 26-05-2021 9:37am

Pen Rua wrote: »

Were they not there already / in the past? Would they have closed it during the height of the lockdowns to consolidate to one/two locations?

By the looks of it they're taking on another unit again across from Cocoa chocolate cafe. That would make three units in the arcade I think.

Gardner · 28-05-2021 9:55am

anyone know where you can get refills for Sodastream? Have about 6 cylinders and I wouldn't mind exchanging them instead of throwing them out.

Acosta · 28-05-2021 10:01am

InitialG wrote: »

https://www.echolive.ie/corknews/arid-40295345.html

Plans submitted to turn the green area next to Voxpro in Mahon into over 200 apartments.

Yay, more traffic

Corkladddd!! · 28-05-2021 10:02am

Gardner wrote: »

anyone know where you can get refills for Sodastream? Have about 6 cylinders and I wouldn't mind exchanging them instead of throwing them out.

The Range used to do them...

snotboogie · 28-05-2021 10:02am

Acosta wrote: »

Yay, more traffic

Given the record of large apartment schemes over the last few years, the chances of this being built must be close to zero.

funnydoggy · 28-05-2021 11:38am

Any update on Aldi in Douglas?

marno21 · 28-05-2021 11:48am

snotboogie wrote: »

Given the record of large apartment schemes over the last few years, the chances of this being built must be close to zero.

If it's even given permission due to the zoning of that land... and

Acosta wrote: »

Yay, more traffic

On the flip side, could be 200+ City Gate workers living there and 200 less cars on the road or 200 less seats occupied on the bus. Swings and roundabouts.

who_me · 28-05-2021 12:47pm

marno21 wrote: »

On the flip side, could be 200+ City Gate workers living there and 200 less cars on the road or 200 less seats occupied on the bus. Swings and roundabouts.

Obviously that's the ideal scenario, commercial developments tied with residential developments so there's no commute, no traffic. Sounds perfect.

But I'd wonder how it works in reality? If there's a major shortage of accommodation, people will take apartments wherever they get them. So lots of these apartments could well be taken by workers from other areas of the city. Then you end up in a worst scenario: City Gate workers are commuting from a distance because they can't find anything near; and the residents of these apartments might be commuting to work elsewhere.

dulpit · 28-05-2021 12:56pm

who_me wrote: »

Obviously that's the ideal scenario, commercial developments tied with residential developments so there's no commute, no traffic. Sounds perfect.

But I'd wonder how it works in reality? If there's a major shortage of accommodation, people will take apartments wherever they get them. So lots of these apartments could well be taken by workers from other areas of the city. Then you end up in a worst scenario: City Gate workers are commuting from a distance because they can't find anything near; and the residents of these apartments might be commuting to work elsewhere.

Homes are better than less traffic though.

Curb Your Enthusiasm · 28-05-2021 2:54pm

Acosta wrote: »

Yay, more traffic

Great access to the Greenway and cycle routes nearby, good bus corridor too.

Drdenise75 · 28-05-2021 3:15pm

Gardner wrote: »

anyone know where you can get refills for Sodastream? Have about 6 cylinders and I wouldn't mind exchanging them instead of throwing them out.

Argos (have to pre-order online) and The Range. But The Range were out of them last time I went, so best check ahead.

Chuck Noland · 28-05-2021 4:02pm

The lads from Clancy’s after buying The Grafton and are refurbishing it at present with works going on in the lane also that id imagine will be for the outdoor area

who_me · 28-05-2021 4:57pm

dulpit wrote: »

Homes are better than less traffic though.

Oh, definitely. I'm not saying the homes shouldn't be built.

I'm just not sure how well the "build offices and apartments together, so less commuting is required" model actually works in reality, in terms of reducing traffic and commute times.

Harika · 28-05-2021 5:59pm

Acosta wrote: »

Yay, more traffic

Maybe less as voxpro people can live next by and don't need to drive there.

satanta99 · 29-05-2021 2:39am

Calvin Klein are recruiting for an assistant manager for Opera Lane. https://careers.pvh.com/global/en/job/R22598/Assistant-Manager-Calvin-Klein-Cork-Opera

The Sunday Times reported last week that Calvin Klein were looking to open a store on Grafton Street.

Could they be opening a store in the former Only outlet on Opera Lane, or is this for nearby Tommy Hilfiger store? Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein are owner by PVH group.

opus · 29-05-2021 10:18am

A few of the vacant units on Shandon St have been tidied up and are up for rent & sale on both sides of the pizza place (Oregano Leaf). One was a vape shop, the next one an Indian style grocery shop & then the largest was a suit hire place. Just down the road the really ugly building that the owner won't tidy up has been for sale for a while as well. Hopefully things will start to move there now that restrictions are starting to ease.

freshpopcorn · 29-05-2021 10:59am

satanta99 wrote: »

Calvin Klein are recruiting for an assistant manager for Opera Lane. https://careers.pvh.com/global/en/job/R22598/Assistant-Manager-Calvin-Klein-Cork-Opera

The Sunday Times reported last week that Calvin Klein were looking to open a store on Grafton Street.

Could they be opening a store in the former Only outlet on Opera Lane, or is this for nearby Tommy Hilfiger store? Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein are owner by PVH group.

It’s hard to know.
I take it the Topshop/Topman unit is available also but that’s very big.

ofcork · 29-05-2021 4:59pm

Chuck Noland wrote: »

The lads from Clancy’s after buying The Grafton and are refurbishing it at present with works going on in the lane also that id imagine will be for the outdoor area

I heard that had been bought by benny mccabe,not a great lane for outdoor overshadowed and used by winos/junkies.

Treehelpplease · 29-05-2021 5:01pm

I think Grafton Street was part of the pedestrianised streets so nice to see it being used. it is currently a dead end alley

Mardyke · 29-05-2021 11:47pm

Treehelpplease wrote: »

I think Grafton Street was part of the pedestrianised streets so nice to see it being used. it is currently a dead end alley

That explains why Grafton St was included in the list! Montgomery must have made them add it. That'll become a private lane now.

Chuck Noland · 30-05-2021 9:34am

ofcork wrote: »

I heard that had been bought by benny mccabe,not a great lane for outdoor overshadowed and used by winos/junkies.

No it’s Monty and the lads. Once that’s open patrols in the lane will be beefed up I’d imagine and heard of additional CCTV getting installed. I was in that alley Saturday and the amount of Heroin paraphernalia strewn around was incredible. Iirc The Grafton had quite a large out door area in it so the works in the lane were most likely modifications to that as opposed sitting in the lane

undertaker fan 88 · 30-05-2021 10:14am

Chuck Noland wrote: »

No it’s Monty and the lads. Once that’s open patrols in the lane will be beefed up I’d imagine and heard of additional CCTV getting installed. I was in that alley Saturday and the amount of Heroin paraphernalia strewn around was incredible. Iirc The Grafton had quite a large out door area in it so the works in the lane were most likely modifications to that as opposed sitting in the lane

I've heard the lane will be a part of the beer garden from a guy I know that's working on the building. Place is getting complete refurb

Kerry25x · 30-05-2021 10:42pm

opus wrote: »

A few of the vacant units on Shandon St have been tidied up and are up for rent & sale on both sides of the pizza place (Oregano Leaf). One was a vape shop, the next one an Indian style grocery shop & then the largest was a suit hire place. Just down the road the really ugly building that the owner won't tidy up has been for sale for a while as well. Hopefully things will start to move there now that restrictions are starting to ease.

Would be nice to see, nothing seems to last long there though with the exception of Oregano Leaf who've been doing well for a good few years now.

Eod100 · 30-05-2021 10:49pm

undertaker fan 88 wrote: »

I've heard the lane will be a part of the beer garden from a guy I know that's working on the building. Place is getting complete refurb

Wouldn't think that lane gets much sun so doesn't seem the best location for outdoor area

Cotts72 · 31-05-2021 3:19am

Chuck Noland wrote: »

No it’s Monty and the lads. Once that’s open patrols in the lane will be beefed up I’d imagine and heard of additional CCTV getting installed. I was in that alley Saturday and the amount of Heroin paraphernalia strewn around was incredible. Iirc The Grafton had quite a large out door area in it so the works in the lane were most likely modifications to that as opposed sitting in the lane

Why would patrols be beefed up cos of monty?

Chuck Noland · 31-05-2021 3:42am

Cotts72 wrote: »

Why would patrols be beefed up cos of monty?

This is a fella who got roads in cork closed to expand his bar. I’m sure contacts with a few sergeants will see extra guarda in the area

dulpit · 02-06-2021 9:52pm

Saw a sign in Douglas confirming the Aldi is opening in June. I can't remember the exact date, it was 20-something. So a couple of weeks time.

Treehelpplease · 02-06-2021 9:56pm

24th at 9.00am i think

ofcork · 04-06-2021 4:19pm

Chuck Noland wrote: »

This is a fella who got roads in cork closed to expand his bar. I’m sure contacts with a few sergeants will see extra guarda in the area

His ex must have the same pull as that street by reardens is still closed!

satanta99 · 09-06-2021 7:39pm

Eir are opening a shop in Mahon Point.

https://mahonpointsc.ie/eir-are-opening-at-mahon-point-and-are-looking-for-staff/

Could be in the unit vacated by Carphone Warehouse?

Mardyke · 09-06-2021 8:38pm

Looks like Vodafone opening in Ballincollig Shopping Centre. In the vacant unit where they used put the Santa...

rob316 · 09-06-2021 11:05pm

Gap closing down in July, not confirmed opera lane is but they have said previously they are looking to close all Irish stores.

Pity, I like their clothes especially there jeans. Very good quality for the money.

The retail giants continue to fall.

questionmark? · 09-06-2021 11:13pm

Chuck Noland wrote: »

This is a fella who got roads in cork closed to expand his bar. I’m sure contacts with a few sergeants will see extra guarda in the area

He got 17 streets closed in Cork? Fair play to him!

Mardyke · 09-06-2021 11:27pm

questionmark? wrote: »

He got 17 streets closed in Cork? Fair play to him!

It's a mixture of streets that should be pedestrianised anyway years ago, and streets with businesses that have a vested interest.

Grafton St being on the list gives a clue into who is driving the decisions.

Look at the daily photos on twitter of people driving and parking on those streets to decide how much of an interest the council have in pedestrianisation.

questionmark? · 09-06-2021 11:37pm

Mardyke wrote: »

It's a mixture of streets that should be pedestrianised anyway years ago, and streets with businesses that have a vested interest.

Grafton St being on the list gives a clue into who is driving the decisions.

Look at the daily photos on twitter of people driving and parking on those streets to decide how much of an interest the council have in pedestrianisation.

The key point is the council and generally how rubbish they are. Businesses want it, the general public(leaving aside the usual moaners) want it, health authorities want outdoors. If anything good comes out of this pandemic its the refocus of our streets on people not cars.

sporina · 15-06-2021 11:45pm

Korky's on Princess St is closing :mad:
At this rate we will be just left with DS/BT's and Penny's :mad::mad::mad:

freshpopcorn · 16-06-2021 1:21am

I think Eir in Mahon is opening in the old Inglot unit.

the beer revolu · 16-06-2021 10:06am

Top shop seems to be cleared out.

Mardyke · 18-06-2021 3:15pm

Bun Bros opening in Wilton. Is it where Abrakebabra was?

Www.bunbros.ie

calnand · 18-06-2021 4:32pm

Mardyke wrote: »

Bun Bros opening in Wilton. Is it where Abrakebabra was?

Www.bunbros.ie

It's run by four star pizza.

Karmella · 18-06-2021 6:04pm

freshpopcorn wrote: »

I think Eir in Mahon is opening in the old Inglot unit.

It’s open there today

satanta99 · 21-06-2021 5:17pm

The new Three Mobile store looks fully fitted out and ready to open on Patrick Street. It is between their existing store and JD Sports. Hoarding is still up outside but inside the shop fit looks complete.

Also it looks like the former Oasis shop is being readied to reopen. Probably some sort of popup shop, maybe a clearance spot for one of the many retailers that went bust over the last few months. A similar one opened on Winthrop street recently.

rob316 · 21-06-2021 5:32pm

rob316 wrote: »

Gap closing down in July, not confirmed opera lane is but they have said previously they are looking to close all Irish stores.

Pity, I like their clothes especially there jeans. Very good quality for the money.

The retail giants continue to fall.

I asked one of the staff and they said as far as they've been told the Cork store is safe, mainly Belfast effected.

Treehelpplease · 21-06-2021 5:35pm

satanta99 wrote: »

Calvin Klein are recruiting for an assistant manager for Opera Lane. https://careers.pvh.com/global/en/job/R22598/Assistant-Manager-Calvin-Klein-Cork-Opera

The Sunday Times reported last week that Calvin Klein were looking to open a store on Grafton Street.

Could they be opening a store in the former Only outlet on Opera Lane, or is this for nearby Tommy Hilfiger store? Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein are owner by PVH group.

anymore on this?

leahyl · 22-06-2021 1:43pm

The Himalaya Valley yoga place in Penrose Wharf is closed permanently - never realised, was looking forward to going back to face to face classes there :-( they only have the Ballincollig premises now, too far out for me really.

ongarboy · 22-06-2021 7:16pm

Not sure if already mentioned but Esquires coffee chain have on their website that they'll be opening soon in Douglas.

satanta99 · 22-06-2021 9:05pm

ongarboy wrote: »

Not sure if already mentioned but Esquires coffee chain have on their website that they'll be opening soon in Douglas.

Probably next to the new Aldi. It was mentioned a coffee shop was taking two of the units there

opus · 22-06-2021 9:50pm

opus wrote: »

A few of the vacant units on Shandon St have been tidied up and are up for rent & sale on both sides of the pizza place (Oregano Leaf). One was a vape shop, the next one an Indian style grocery shop & then the largest was a suit hire place. Just down the road the really ugly building that the owner won't tidy up has been for sale for a while as well. Hopefully things will start to move there now that restrictions are starting to ease.

Two of these have opened now & one more has signage up, moving down the street from the dead pharmacy there's a barbers (in what used to be a barbers!), a beauty salon & some sort of upholstery place. No change in the biggest one which was a suit hire place.

Businesses/Shops opening in Cork city/suburbs.

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