Columbia Restaurant to Open New Location at 'The Lens' in St. Pete
The owners plan to open a new, modern Columbia Restaurant at the foot of "The Lens" pier project in St. Petersburg in 2015.
The City of St. Petersburg and Columbia Restaurant Group announced Thursday a partnership to build a new restaurant as part of "The Lens" pier project. The restaurant plans include a new location at what's currently The Pelican Parking lot at the Pier's approach. The area will be called the Hub once "The Lens" project is completed. "We're proud to be able to make a commitment," Columbia Restaurant Group President Richard Gonzmart said. The proposal is subject to St. Petersburg City Council and a public notice before breaking ground, Mayor Bill Foster said. The plan calls for a $3 million, 7,500-square-foot restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating and a rooftop venue. Sign up for the free St. Pete Patch email newsletter to get more top …
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3:43 pm on Sunday, February 24, 2013
Actually it's a buyout clause where by the City has to buy out the Columbia if the lease fails to renew, but the effect is the same. more ›