Who Should Fill Friendly's Spot?
What kind of business could grow under West Caldwell's old cucumber magnolia tree?
What would you like to see move into the former site of Friendly's in West Caldwell?
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Friendly's in West Caldwell served its final meal in October. For more than four months, the former restaurant has stood vacant, leaving locals with nothing but memories and cravings for those famous Reese's Pieces sundaes.
But 632 Bloomfield Ave. is known for more than the family-favorite restaurant that occupied the brick building for more than 40 years. This is also the location of the township of West Caldwell's iconic Cucumber Magnolia tree, which officials have promised will be protected by whoever moves in next.
Speaking of moving in, it's time to start day-dreaming... What is your vision for this vacancy?
Kris
4:41 pm on Thursday, March 1, 2012
A drive through dairy/convenience store.
Teresa Akersten
5:00 pm on Thursday, March 1, 2012
Drive-through ... I like where you are going with this.
John Loconsolo
4:44 pm on Thursday, March 1, 2012
I think that Casa Filippo and Sophia's should form a joint venture at this location and call it Casa Sophia's. They would rake in the dough.
Teresa Akersten
5:00 pm on Thursday, March 1, 2012
Very nice John - way to tie stories together on Patch!
RobertDubenezic
5:55 pm on Thursday, March 1, 2012
White Castle
Anita Spinelli
7:36 am on Friday, March 2, 2012
A Turning Point restaurant serves breakfast & lunch--the best chai millshake ever--would LOVE to see a Turnimg Point in town!!
Cj
8:55 am on Friday, March 2, 2012
Move Angeloias or what ever that name is on Brookside down to Friendlys and help the parking in our town
Michael M
9:11 am on Friday, March 2, 2012
As a long time resident of Melrose Place a drive through should never be an option for that property. I hope they would think about the neighborhood behind the property before moving forward with that type of idea.
Scott W
12:11 pm on Friday, March 2, 2012
New Jersey needs a Steak 'n Shake. Shoestring fries and super thick shakes, I can only get when I'm in Florida. The old Friendly's is the perfect spot for one.
Kevin
4:51 pm on Friday, March 2, 2012
Not a bad idea Scott. It can be yours for anywhere from $450k-$1.8M.
http://www.steaknshakefranchise.com/costs-and-qualifications-requirement-information.php
Andi
1:19 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Dairy Queen would be great! The closest one is miles and miles away! : )