University Town Center

[Pete]

Renderings look as if they will continue Conference Dr. over the interstate via a new bridge. Is that the case?

Not sure I would agree with this development being the biggest in the state. Memorial Rd. seems to be the biggest by far and it seems like I-40 in West OKC Metro is coming in at second.

I meant single biggest by one developer.

[kevinpate]

Renderings look as if they will continue Conference Dr. over the interstate via a new bridge. Is that the case?
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West side of 35 that lines up is a road into a residential area. Not seeing UTC connecting across 35 at that spot.

[pure]

What do they mean by Activity Center? Something like a Main Event?

I knew Hampton was going in but I didn't realize a Residence Inn was also going in. This is going to bring a lot more conferences to Embassy Suites since there are going to be more hotel rooms within walking distance.

[Pete]

I believe the Activity Center is more for community events.

[pure]

Now that you mention that, I'm 90% certain it's the proposed Norman Convention Center. http://webcache.googleusercontent.co...&ct=clnk&gl=us

[Plutonic Panda]

West side of 35 that lines up is a road into a residential area. Not seeing UTC connecting across 35 at that spot.

Yeah I agree I don't see how it could happen unless ODOT completely reconstructed I-35 below grade which that will be decades away if that ever happens.

[RedSoxFan]

Actually, I have heard heard rumors that Embassy Suites in Norman is possibly filing for bankruptcy because of the lack of demand for the hotel. Again, just a rumor.

[pure]

Actually, I have heard heard rumors that Embassy Suites in Norman is possibly filing for bankruptcy because of the lack of demand for the hotel. Again, just a rumor.

technically they did already last year, not the Norman location in particular, but the company as a whole.

http://www.bizjournals.com/kansascit...ankruptcy.html

[FighttheGoodFight]

Looks like Shilla Korean BBQ is about to open next to Tucker's. I know nothing about it yet but I do love Korean food so I'll be there asap when it opens.

[Dustin]

Looks like Shilla Korean BBQ is about to open next to Tucker's. I know nothing about it yet but I do love Korean food so I'll be there asap when it opens.

You just made me so happy! I had no idea this was opening.

I can't find anything online or on facebook about a Norman location or an Oklahoma location for that matter.

[FighttheGoodFight]

This looks like their sign?

http://www.shilakbbq.com/

[FighttheGoodFight]

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[macfoucin]

Destination Norman map is showing La Madeleine going in the new building NE of Legacy Park.
http://lamadeleine.com/

[Plutonic Panda]

Destination Norman map is showing La Madeleine going in the new building NE of Legacy Park.
http://lamadeleine.com/

Cool map! I will use it to add some projects to OKC Development map.

http://www.destinationnorman.com/data/

[macfoucin]

Destination Norman data is showing submitted application for permits for Carmax just North of Chuck E Cheeses.
Also a PDQ restaurant just North of Tuckers.
A McAlisters Deli to go along with the La Madeleine in the new building South of Academy.

[macfoucin]

Also the most exciting news I have today is the Destination Norman map is showing a Longhorn steakhouse in the Sooner Mall parking lot SE of Sears. I drove by this weekend and they had it fenced off and was doing dirtwork. I'm excited about this one!

[pure]

Anyone know a time frame on La Madeleine?

Also noticed on that Destination Norman map that Del Taco is going in North of Walgreens on 12th

[Jersey Boss]

Also noticed on that Destination Norman map that Del Taco is going in North of Walgreens on 12th

A Chick Fillet is also going in next to that Walgreens.

[SoonerDave]

Anyone know a time frame on La Madeleine?

Also noticed on that Destination Norman map that Del Taco is going in North of Walgreens on 12th

La Madeleine's is under construction (build out) in the new section just completed near Academy. It is in the west (well, northwest-most) end of the new structure. They've really only done floor breakout and added some plumbing from what I can tell. The only way I could even tell this was the LaMadeleine's was because the business card for the manager of the Tulsa location was taped to the glass with all the construction/trades.

REALLY pleased to see this happen!

[Bunty]

Also the most exciting news I have today is the Destination Norman map is showing a Longhorn steakhouse in the Sooner Mall parking lot SE of Sears. I drove by this weekend and they had it fenced off and was doing dirtwork. I'm excited about this one!

Why the excitement? Is Longhorn any better than Texas Roadhouse?

[FighttheGoodFight]

Why the excitement? Is Longhorn any better than Texas Roadhouse?

Oh boy a Longhorn Steakhouse..... Still hoping that Ranch steakhouse goes in UTC.

[macfoucin]

Why the excitement? Is Longhorn any better than Texas Roadhouse?

It is in my opinion. Also is much closer to my house than Texas Roadhouse.

[macfoucin]

http://www.normantranscript.com/news...d3338481a.html

This article says Big Daddy's Burger Bar is going in by Torchy's Tacos where World of Beer was supposed to go.

[rcjunkie]

http://www.normantranscript.com/news...d3338481a.html

This article says Big Daddy's Burger Bar is going in by Torchy's Tacos where World of Beer was supposed to go.

Just what we need, another burger joint, however, if Panda Grill (burgers and tacos) would open in Norman, I would be one happy customer.

[FighttheGoodFight]

I wonder if that is Toby Keith place.