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Hampton Street Diner, 1840 Hampton Street: September 2018 5 comments
Hampton Street Diner opened on 3 December 2017 in the former location of Nathan's. By the time I got around to the Nathan's closing, most of the Hampton Street Diner upfit was already done, so I am repeating those pictures here.
The State had this story about the (then upcoming) opening of the new restaurant.
Although it looked like a good place to try a burger, I never did make it by for lunch, and the last time I drove by, there was signage to the effect of either new management or new ownership, so apparently there was a major change at some point.
I do like the parting sentiment that while not everything works out, life goes on.
(Hat tip to commenter Frank)
UPDATE 9 January 2020 -- Now Vegans International Organic Cafe & Juice Bar:
Nathan's, 1840 Hampton Street: 7 April 2017 2 comments
This little home-cooking restaurant had been on this corner since 1991. (Before that, the place was a sandwich shop, and before that, a pharmacy). According to this article in The State, the owner decided, with regret, that it was time to retire.
By the time I got around to taking these pictures, I was surprised to find the place setting up as a new restaurant, the Hampton Street Diner. In fact, I was surprised enough that when there were actually people inside, I could only think of a few words to introduce myself and ask a few inane questions about the opening date and format, not even getting a web site or menu. There's a reason I take pictures of empty buildings rather than talking to people..
Luckily, The Free Times has it covered here: The place is now open, has a '50s' theme, and is serving breakfast & lunch with local delivery available.
And, if you are ever get too comfortable with using google as a source, just google "nathan's hampton street":
Brooklyn-born fast-food chain offering signature hot dogs, fries, burgers & more.
YMCA, 1420 Sumter Street: 9 July 2016 (moving) 2 comments
I believe I may at one time have had swimming lessons at the downtown 'Y', though it is very hazy now. I remember for sure that I had Karate lessons there, something which my mother was in favor of to try and get me out of my books every now and then, and something which I personally hated (the same thing was true of Little League). In the event, I would sneak over to the neighboring RCPL when I was supposed to be in class.
I had not often thought of the 'Y' since then until my sister recently mentioned that it was moving from this historic building to a new one at 1447 Hampton Street.
According to the 'Y' website, that move is this weekend, and the new 'Y' should be open on Monday 11 July 2016.