Limerick Businesses Opening

ABEasy · 21-06-2011 7:56pm

New hairdressers and nail bar opened in Gerald Griffin Street, where the country kitchen used to be.

SarahBeep! · 21-06-2011 9:38pm

ABEasy wrote: »

New hairdressers and nail bar opened in Gerald Griffin Street, where the country kitchen used to be.

Does Tom O'Callaghan still own that building does anyone know?

ABEasy · 21-06-2011 10:10pm

SarahBeep! wrote: »

Does Tom O'Callaghan still own that building does anyone know?

Big sold sign on it today, loads of sherry fitz for sale & sold signs around there.

Diairist · 21-06-2011 11:28pm

Monday week the petrol pumps are 'handed over' to tesco's at Coonagh.

Roll on cheap petrol. Or drip forward... or whatever

phill106 · 22-06-2011 10:02am

I'd say we would be doing well if the petrol was 1 cent cheaper then across the road and you got club card points

TestTransmission · 22-06-2011 10:35am

Diairist wrote: »

Monday week the petrol pumps are 'handed over' to tesco's at Coonagh.

Roll on cheap petrol. Or drip forward... or whatever

phill106 wrote: »

I'd say we would be doing well if the petrol was 1 cent cheaper then across the road and you got club card points

I remember when the Tesco petrol station opened in Tullamore,it was about 5 cents cheaper than anywhere else in the town,ironically enough it's one of the most expensive now.

The Snipe · 22-06-2011 2:14pm

Although it might end up being a few cent (Or a good few cent) lower, Would the petrol be of good quality? Thats one thing I always found with Petrol, for the higher prices you can get further off it and it doesn't screw up your engine.

phill106 · 22-06-2011 3:12pm

XiledSniper wrote: »

Although it might end up being a few cent (Or a good few cent) lower, Would the petrol be of good quality? Thats one thing I always found with Petrol, for the higher prices you can get further off it and it doesn't screw up your engine.

Well all the petrol comes into ireland the same way, sure some companies add some cleaning additives to improve performance, but i'd say most of the quality control would have to be at the pumps rather then beforehand. And if the pumps are brand new, sounds good to me.

Craigels · 22-06-2011 7:22pm

does anyone know the name of the new shoe shop opening in limerick ?

http://www.irishjobs.ie/Jobs/Fashion-Store-Manager-New-Store-6541118.aspx

Poxyshamrock · 27-06-2011 11:21pm

New Salon Supplies shop opened on William Street todays.

O'Reilly's is the name.

Working being done in the old Spectra Shop on William Street and Delish on Thomas Street too.

Poxyshamrock · 22-07-2011 2:34pm

Living Art (Tattoo Parlour) of Wickham Street is moving to Shannon Street.

Moving into the former Tippe Canoe unit next to Arabica.

Mc Love · 06-08-2011 4:39pm

Flanagans looking well (old still house) going for the trad type of pub it seems.

CiaranMT · 06-08-2011 9:19pm

Larkin's out in Corbally is being repainted and is looking like gearing up for a reopening.

angeleyes · 07-08-2011 10:43pm

New camera shop opened at the bottom of William Street (old Spectra store)

O'Connor's Cameras and they are competitive for prints as well

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/OConnors-Cameras/129298020490891

phog · 07-08-2011 11:33pm

angeleyes wrote: »

New camera shop opened at the bottom of William Street (old Spectra store)

O'Connor's Cameras and they are competitive for prints as well

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/OConnors-Cameras/129298020490891

Just seen that they're offering a sensor cleaning service for a few days this week for €10, good value if anyone has a dirty sensor like I have and cant shift it. :mad:

angeleyes · 08-08-2011 12:43am

Totally recommend them phog - I had an issue with my Canon 50D and even though couldn't do anything for me Martin gave me a place to send it to. He also cleaned the sensor of my older DSLR and the lens and its fabulous.

They also transfer VHS tapes to DVDs as well.

phog · 08-08-2011 7:25am

angeleyes wrote: »

Totally recommend them phog - I had an issue with my Canon 50D and even though couldn't do anything for me Martin gave me a place to send it to. He also cleaned the sensor of my older DSLR and the lens and its fabulous.

They also transfer VHS tapes to DVDs as well.

That's good to hear, must call into them in the next few days.

Do they have camera bags, on the lookout for a backpack type one.

lockman · 08-08-2011 2:52pm

ArtMad (fomerly Normoyle-Frawley Framing), an arts supply shop, has opened at no 35 Johns street.

Directly across the road from ArtMad (and next to Siopa Rothar), another arts-supply shop is opening very soon (currently being fitted out etc). I dont have a name on this other arts supply shop yet.

Great news if you are an artist.

Berty · 15-08-2011 4:44pm

Brazen head is due to re-open in Octoberish time.

bazz26 · 15-08-2011 7:21pm

Beer Baron wrote: »

Brazen head is due to re-open in Octoberish time.

As what BB, another pub/night club?

Berty · 15-08-2011 7:24pm

bazz26 wrote: »

As what BB, another pub/night club?

I'm not sure about the evening time but during the day they will be serving food.

jsd1004 · 16-08-2011 1:14pm

ABEasy wrote: »

Big sold sign on it today, loads of sherry fitz for sale & sold signs around there.

Sherry Fitz are selling the properties that were repossessed by the bank from Tom O'Callaghan.

niceview · 16-08-2011 3:22pm

bazz26 wrote: »

As what BB, another pub/night club?

I saw in the paper they applied for a late "dancing" licence until 3am so I guess it will be a club/late bar

munstergirl · 16-08-2011 5:47pm

Old french connection closed opening again as discount clothing store.

Also old sasha beside guineys going to be allens of kilkenny.

Berty · 18-08-2011 4:12pm

The Nursery Store is opening in Delta Retail Park(by Soundstore/Finewines) and is www.nurserystore.ie

Website refers to business in Roslevan in Ennis

Don't know when its opening. I passed it today. Looks good. Buy one get one free signs/stickers in the windows as well.

phill106 · 18-08-2011 4:32pm

Beer Baron wrote: »

The Nursery Store is opening in Delta Retail Park(by Soundstore/Finewines) and is www.nurserystore.ie

Website refers to business in Roslevan in Ennis

Don't know when its opening. I passed it today. Looks good. Buy one get one free on the windows as well.

Are they double glazed? Any deals on doors too?

Berty · 18-08-2011 4:35pm

phill106 wrote: »

Are they double glazed? Any deals on doors too?

To hell and back with you phil. :mad:

/off to edit post.

source · 30-08-2011 10:25am

Was in town yesterday and saw a Lebanese & International Cuisine restaurant going in where Delish was in Thomas Street.

Looking forward to trying that out.

Poxyshamrock · 07-09-2011 6:44pm

Skechers is opening a store in Limerick! Dunno where though.

diol07 · 07-09-2011 11:18pm

Poxyshamrock wrote: »

Skechers is opening a store in Limerick! Dunno where though.

I know the franchise owner and the Crescent is his first choice. He has two franchises there already. He shelved another big brand franchise opening in town last year because of the state of the City.

Poxyshamrock · 08-09-2011 12:02am

diol07 wrote: »

I know the franchise owner and the Crescent is his first choice. He has two franchises there already. He shelved another big brand franchise opening in town last year because of the state of the City.

Any chance you could pm me the shelved franchise just out out of interest?

Itsdacraic · 08-09-2011 11:29am

Did that new Lebanese place on Thomas St open up yet?

Cherrycoke · 08-09-2011 9:01pm

Itsdacraic wrote: »

Did that new Lebanese place on Thomas St open up yet?

No, passed today, but it looked like they were still working on it

bazz26 · 11-09-2011 1:14pm

Topaz filling station and shop on the Tipperary Road (old Pat Keogh Nissan garage) is open again. Fuel prices pretty much the same as the others in the area.

Berty · 11-09-2011 1:26pm

bazz26 wrote: »

Topaz filling station and shop on the Tipperary Road (old Pat Keogh Nissan garage) is open again. Fuel prices pretty much the same as the others in the area.

Yes but much better than the previous occupant you will agree.

This picture was taken on Wednesday. Thought it was funny. Couldn't get worse than this. Obviously the maximum the monoliths will go in price.

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bazz26 · 11-09-2011 3:04pm

That was the price Mr Keogh was charging last time he owned it.

Its 140.9 for diesel and 148.9 for petrol. I read ages ago that they were redeveloping the whole site there but I guess the recession put an end to that.

Berty · 11-09-2011 3:20pm

bazz26 wrote: »

Its 140.9 for diesel and 148.9 for petrol. I read ages ago that they were redeveloping the whole site there but I guess the recession put an end to that.

I will stop there for my Diesel. Getting Diesel on the Bypass side was always difficult when you have a Fuel Card. Getting to Roxboro was always difficult since the exit was removed.

the drifter · 11-09-2011 5:01pm

bazz26 wrote: »

That was the price Mr Keogh was charging last time he owned it.

Its 140.9 for diesel and 148.9 for petrol. I read ages ago that they were redeveloping the whole site there but I guess the recession put an end to that.

Pretty much on the ball prices compared to elsewhere...ill use it as well..its a handy option for that side of town.

yogalady · 11-09-2011 10:37pm

Itsdacraic wrote: »

Did that new Lebanese place on Thomas St open up yet?

Think it opening this friday night 16th

ABEasy · 21-09-2011 10:42pm

Itsdacraic wrote: »

Did that new Lebanese place on Thomas St open up yet?

Was passing today and the Lebanese place was open, looks nice will give it a go the weekend. Think it's called mejanas. Anyone been there yet, what's it like?

SnoopyGunner · 22-09-2011 4:51am

Was travelling through Parnell St today and saw a pizza and kebab shop open where the Red Rose cafe was before. Another kebab shop, but better than the unit being vacant I guess.

Itsdacraic · 22-09-2011 9:33am

ABEasy wrote: »

Was passing today and the Lebanese place was open, looks nice will give it a go the weekend. Think it's called mejanas. Anyone been there yet, what's it like?

Menu here:

http://mejana.ie/food.php

vkid · 22-09-2011 10:48am

Itsdacraic wrote: »

Menu here:

http://mejana.ie/food.php

not just a kebab shop by the looks of that. Menu sounds lovely tbf

Cherrycoke · 22-09-2011 11:02am

Looks great :P Can't wait to give it a try. Wonder will they do early bird specials?

Itsdacraic · 22-09-2011 1:53pm

Cherrycoke wrote: »

Looks great :P Can't wait to give it a try. Wonder will they do early bird specials?

Looks decent value for dinner but hopefully they will do lunch specials as the prices on the menu kind of rule it out as a regular lunch option

timesnewroman · 22-09-2011 5:50pm

Cherrycoke wrote: »

Looks great :P Can't wait to give it a try. Wonder will they do early bird specials?

I rang them earlier. They hope to open tomorrow (Friday) and they do have an early burd option....€22 a head.

TheInquisitor · 27-09-2011 3:47pm

Hi Folks,

Just looking for some input regarding a possible new venture on Thomas street in Limerick. Im looking for peoples views on a shop stocking the following product. ( Please note i fully understand the issues regarding the centre of Limerick)

Inks branded and generic, Posters ( Wall, door , and 3D), Back catalogue DvD's and CD's ( under €10, mostly from €2.99 to €6.99), Batteries ( All types and charges etc), phone covers( Blackberry and iphone to start, then maybe HTC), memory( 2GB to 16GB), black discs (DvD, CD and Blu Ray) , copier and other types of paper, Lots of earphones and headphones, printers, wall canvases to go with the posters, all types of cabling and computer accessories ( incl keyboards, mice webcams etc) , some gadgets ( Usb powered fans, cup warmers, webcams, mice, etc etc), laptop bags, ipod accessories( speakers, cables) etc. I have the option of Ipad cases aswell but not sure on those. I could also do a good value electronic cigarette.

Prices would be competitive. Looking to do volume rather than margin.

Any input appreciated. ( Please note premises are secured, suppliers are secured)

Cheers

kilburn · 27-09-2011 3:51pm

Think it is a good idea but i would be concerned about Thomas Street as a location, the footfall is not great, did a study myself there earlier in the summer about units and stayed away over the footfall. Good idea though, best of luck with it just rethink your premises

Try to add some retro comics, forbidden planet style to that idea, unusual albums and the like.
Limerick is calling out for that kind of indy store and what your other products it would bring people in to spend on your consumables

Berty · 27-09-2011 3:56pm

kilburn wrote: »

Think it is a good idea but i would be concerned about Thomas Street as a location, the footfall is not great, did a study myself there earlier in the summer about units and stayed away over the footfall. Good idea though, best of luck with it just rethink your premises

His premises are secured to it needs to do some revenue.

Frankly these days it is mostly all about Social Media(FREE!!) so get yourself linking to people over and over and over and keep putting up good offers and new offers. Don't spam people either.

The only place I can think of with most of what you sell under one roof would be Maplin. I'm a lazy sod myself so parking at the door of Maplin is handy but then again the internet is handy as well.

I'm intruiged anyway and would likely stick my head in the door for a "gook".

Any website or facebook yet?

phog · 27-09-2011 4:20pm

Limerick is probably lacking office blocks or call centres, off hand I'm thinking of the Revenue commissioners in Sarsfield House and Charlottes Quay, closer to the city you probably have eircom on Roches St, HSE on Catherine St and the banks on O'Connell St and that's about it - have I missed any other big employers?

The last couple I mentioned would be well within walking distance of Thomas St for a lunch time stroll, so making yourself known is the key.

BTW - I wish you well and many years of success.

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