Presented by: Adolfo Garcia, Adam Biderman, Matthew Kohnke, Will Donaldson & James Dunne
Factors to consider when scouting locations Price and value Current and potential growth of surrounding neighborhood Access and safety Benefits of being off the beaten path Increased potential to be a neighborhood flagship Reach new clients Tax benefits Less local competition
New Food and Beverage Destinations Freret Street Cure, Company Burger, Ancora Pizzera & Salumeria, Freret PubliQ House, High Hat Café, Wayfare St. Claude Street St. Roch Market, Red's Chinese, Sneaky Pickle, Sugar Park, Fair Grinds Oretha Castle Haley Blvd Purloo, Primitivo, Casa Borrega, Café Reconcile, Brady's Wine Warehouse
Challenges of creating a culinary destination Overcoming unforeseen obstacles Something new, something familiar Reactions from peers, media and community Buying in and influencing others Changes in neighborhoods Is all the change good? The "G" word
Lower Rent / Property Taxes Potential for State and Federal historic tax credits, and property tax abatement programs Potential for zoning overlay district / relaxed zoning (See Freret St.)
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