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As we mentioned last week, CB3 has released the SLA licensing committee docket for October.
One mystery item on the agenda (to be heard Oct. 6) is a new liquor license for 137 Avenue A — currently home to Top A Nails between St. Mark's Place and East Ninth Street.
So far, there aren't many details on the CB3 website about the applicant. The application (PDF!) notes that a restaurant with a full liquor license is in the works. There isn't any mention of the names behind the project. Attorney Ravi Ivan Sharma reps the applicant. (Sharma worked for Pride and Joy BBQ as they tried to open a restaurant in the former Lucky Cheng's space on First Avenue.)
This might prove to be a challenge for the applicant — a full liquor license within a so-called saturated area in a space that previously didn't house a bar-restaurant.
At this point, we're not sure what the deal is with Top A Nails. Based on the number of people we see waiting for manicures and pedicures, this place seems to do brisk business.
Updated 10:58 a.m.
It appears that there might be a mistake on the application with the address. The folks at the salon say they aren't moving.
Updated 4:56 p.m.
We're still waiting for clarification on this... the CB3 schedule shows 137 Avenue A ... the application on file at the CB3 website mentions 137 Avenue A on Page 1 ... and 137 Avenue C on Page 2... the owner listed is the same as 137 Avenue C's owner... so, this appears to be a mistake. The application is very likely for 137 Avenue C then — the former home of the Sunburnt Cow...
Updated 5:08 p.m.
There was a mistake on the application — it's for 137 Avenue C, not 137 Avenue A as posted at the CB3 website. Sorry for any moments of panic.
Oh good yet another restaurant opening on what will soon be the noisiest few blocks of NYC. A wide storefront will surely have windows/doors which open to let all the loud music and louder 20 something chatter spill out. Sorry to be a wet blanket but the trend towards childish themed restaurants with "spring break" atmosphere is too good for "restauranteurs" and there investment banker buddies to resist. Grieve.....
ReplyDeleteShit has gotten sooooo crazy on that block with tourists, etc. I can't even walk down on a Fri or Sat night. NO thanks we don't need ANOTHER restaurant with alcohol.
ReplyDeleteHow can we stop this one?
ReplyDeleteNoo! Not only do we not need another restaurant/bar, but Top A is an great nail salon with the best mani/pedi prices in the neighborhood. Wendy and her crew are awesome!
ReplyDeleteOnce the questionnaire is posted on the CB 3 site more info will be available for residents who want to get involved to stop this. For now though unfortunately everyone is in a waiting game, which sucks because the CB 3, meeting is one week away.
ReplyDeleteThey will have to move the bus stop, or widen the sidewalk. It's an absolute cluster fuck around there already due to the bus stop.
ReplyDeleteMaybe the nail salon wants to serve drinks now? Could be a new business plan.
ReplyDeleteAs long as it's not Lucy's!
ReplyDeleteWell, now that we're pretty sure it's the former Sunburnt Cow space—I walk by that place every day and frankly I'm surprised they're ready so early to apply for a liquor license, unless they plan to serve drinks al fresco.
ReplyDelete@ Scuba Diva
ReplyDeleteRight? That building barely seems to be standing up!
the application has withdrawn. it was an error on their part.
ReplyDeleteYou mean Lucy isnt moving to miami beach?
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