Slim Chickens Coming Soon?
Looks like a Slim Chickens has been proposed west Ann Arbor off Zeeb and Jackson. I believe this is the lot next to the new Panera Bread. Slim Chickens looks like a fried chicken type restaurant, similar to a Zaxbys. Anecdotally, I don’t think there are many fried chicken or chicken wing takeaway type places in Ann Arbor, but I’m not a big fried chicken guy so correct me if I’m wrong.
Speaking of Panera Bread, the old location on Jackson is proposing upgrading the lot with a drive through. That’s curious, they might have already found another tenant.
Yes. Mainly by getting between sheets and creating room for air to circulate. If you get wool ones, they do help wick a little moisture, but bigger benefit is that they helps soften natural fibers and don’t make as much noise as rubber dryer balls. Bonus, they last forever and you don’t have to use chemical fabric sheets or softener. Definitely a good investment.
I know what you meant in your title. I do. But my first thought went to Killer Tomatoes, that cartoon/ movies in the 90s. LoL.
Those neighborhoods are huge. The growth is slowly spreading down Jackson road, with some infill opportunities. The stretch from Zeeb to Baker road is primed for development.
Those neighborhoods are huge. The growth is slowly spreading down Jackson road, with some infill opportunities. The stretch from Zeeb to Baker road is primed for development.
Sam Hill: New Restaurant Opening Soon!
I mentioned Sam Hill getting approval from Scio Township last year but I’ve been skeptical this entire time that Sam Hill would actually open. The entire plan was ambitious and that location seems like a tough place to thrive.
However, I’m happy to see progress, and I noticed they are hiring for their fall opening. The construction looks good, and they’ve been active on social media. I’m excited to see this place open, this side of town is severely lacking in restaurants. The success of Session Room makes me believe there is real demand for a more casual and beer/pub focused experience. There are a lot of families out that way with young kids and an open beer garden concept will attract that crowd.
For context if you missed it: Sam Hill is a restaurant with beer garden and large outdoor venue. I’m not too familiar with the details of the menu etc., but it looks promising. It’s popped up over the last couple of years as a concept, then approvals, and finally looks to be crossing the finish line.
Something else the wifi is used for is CarPlay, which uses both the Bluetooth and wifi radios. Not sure the mechanics of it all.
Apologies I thought I had attached the screenshot. The address looks to be 7879 Jackson Road. Over by the Baker road exit. And it looks like it will be limited to online/ preorder carry out. Not huge retail but nice set up for folks who just want to grab a pint but don’t want to head into the city.
Blank State Expanding to Scio
It’s great to see Blank Slate expanding! Looks like they’re planning a larger production facility in Scio Township, mainly focused on production but also building a small carry out capability focused on online orders. That’ll be nice for folks outside the core who just want to grab a pint or two!