tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post4807173468680384173..comments2024-03-28T11:42:57.812-04:00Comments on Tomorrow's News Today - Atlanta: Giant Kroger Expansion Planned for Embry Village, S&S Cafeterias in JeopardyAtlantan99http://www.blogger.com/profile/06115362060612910966noreply@blogger.comBlogger63125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-12062303485821448412017-07-17T09:16:30.473-04:002017-07-17T09:16:30.473-04:00"That area" is a busy I-285 interchange ..."That area" is a busy I-285 interchange surrounded by middle to upper-middle income neighborhoods. The demographics, density of population, and drive by traffic is certainly strong enough to support the Kroger expansion and upgrade. Home values are increasing and the community is filled with a diverse mix of educated citizens who fully support local endeavors. The Embry Village shopping center is obviously in need of a complete overhaul and repositioning - it unfortunately suffers from bad management and deferred maintenance. The management nor Kroger nor the county fully understand the economics of the area or they would be readily leading the charge. It is their under-investment in the area that has stagnated their own growth.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-7251596674050246602017-01-16T03:38:34.811-05:002017-01-16T03:38:34.811-05:00Someone posted it will be in 2018 before the new s...Someone posted it will be in 2018 before the new store will be open. The old store will remain open until the new one is ready. That was posted on here someplace. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-26243592495715254062016-08-05T14:03:04.557-04:002016-08-05T14:03:04.557-04:00The whole complex feels busy to me, so I hope they...The whole complex feels busy to me, so I hope they streamline a bunch of it when rebuilding. I don't do more than pick up incidentals at the current store, as I prefer to jot over to Northlake Publix, but maybe with a revamp, I'll be going to this shopping center more often.<br /><br />Generally the whole area over there seems "off" to me somehow, and while it doesn't scream the need for an update, it certainly murmurs it.<br /><br />As far as the S&S, having never eaten there, I can't speak to the value it brings. However, I am not a big fan of big-chain restaurants, so I hope that some "mom and pop" eateries, or small-chain stuff like this, still have a healthy presence. I hope Aweful House ends up being a no-show.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-69724055741182053802016-07-20T11:34:35.350-04:002016-07-20T11:34:35.350-04:00I understand some employees bought the store conte...I understand some employees bought the store contents n will open a cafeteria close by soon. It will not b a s & s. I'll b a regular customer.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00402778739473356983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-49674458290757966212016-07-20T11:34:15.970-04:002016-07-20T11:34:15.970-04:00I understand some employees bought the store conte...I understand some employees bought the store contents n will open a cafeteria close by soon. It will not b a s & s. I'll b a regular customer.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00402778739473356983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-50156353289551565922016-07-09T17:43:57.554-04:002016-07-09T17:43:57.554-04:00Last day July 10, 2016.Last day July 10, 2016.Old manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03052402848757605625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-10296634316429571502016-06-25T17:08:44.191-04:002016-06-25T17:08:44.191-04:00S&S will be relocating. The official announcem...S&S will be relocating. The official announcement will be coming soon. The new demographic haters can enjoy dining at the Kroger restaurant.Old manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03052402848757605625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-58987349659332067802016-06-21T14:11:09.736-04:002016-06-21T14:11:09.736-04:00S&S just failed health inspection. They don...S&S just failed health inspection. They don't need to "keep up with the times", just at least try and keep their food safe to eat. Never understand why someone would want to eat at a restaurant where their health inspection scores are consistently low. Won't miss it a single bit!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-29188868293855853122016-06-18T05:26:45.959-04:002016-06-18T05:26:45.959-04:00Excellent post!! I have eaten at S&S for 26yrs...Excellent post!! I have eaten at S&S for 26yrs. approximately 2x a week due to working in the area. I use to go to the one on pleastant hill rd. until they closed that location years ago. I dont want fast food. I am 55 years old. If krogers do not help out S&S I will give my business to Publix.Nayhere44https://www.blogger.com/profile/00303409205315488750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-63660920322174388962016-05-17T21:00:38.087-04:002016-05-17T21:00:38.087-04:00If the Kroger is going to be so large maybe it wil...If the Kroger is going to be so large maybe it will have a restaurant inside the store. That would be perfect for the changing demographics. Old manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03052402848757605625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-77145828123226759992016-04-30T13:24:28.002-04:002016-04-30T13:24:28.002-04:00The existing Kroger is subpar. Parking is atrociou...The existing Kroger is subpar. Parking is atrocious. Now we will not have to drive to Publix at Northlake or Tucker. This area is underserved by businesses and amenities. Want to go out to eat, well you have the lovely choice of Moe's, Zaxby's, S&S, and other lousy establishments. Maybe with the growth of Kroger we will get development serving the changing demographics.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-2863570253627416992016-04-25T14:57:10.394-04:002016-04-25T14:57:10.394-04:00The Kroger is becoming a Walmart. I do not buy gro...The Kroger is becoming a Walmart. I do not buy groceries at a Walmart and will avoid this marketplace Kroger for a smaller grocery store.Old manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03052402848757605625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-22366093338361474332016-03-16T13:37:01.737-04:002016-03-16T13:37:01.737-04:00if Kroger pushes the Post Office out in Embry Hill...if Kroger pushes the Post Office out in Embry Hills, everyone would have to go to the big post office on Buford Highway (closest one to that center) and that post office is jammed. And if Kroger pushes S&S out I will not ever shop at a Kroger again. who does Kroger think they are, Walmart? if everyone in Embry Hills is now supposed to be a person earning above a certain income now, should all the older people in that neighborhood just be put to sleep at the veterinarian since many of the comments are from obvious cold hearted who have no idea what it is like to grow older and have facilities you count on removed in the name of expansion. I will let all the people at the local churches know that Kroger wants retirees to move away/get out since that is pretty obvious.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-38929738401683219342016-03-16T13:26:55.502-04:002016-03-16T13:26:55.502-04:00if S&S leaves there will be no place close by ...if S&S leaves there will be no place close by to get a home cooked meal for so many of us who work long, hard hours S&S was a place to run in and get a good home cooked meal quickly on way home or during lunch. if S&S leaves, there are only poor-nutrition, fast food drive through restaurants remaining in the Embry Hills area. Kroger must have a "we want to be Walmart" complex. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-60673207715005177942016-03-04T15:05:05.124-05:002016-03-04T15:05:05.124-05:00I eat at S&S. It needs to go. It's past it...I eat at S&S. It needs to go. It's past it's prime. If the business had been managed properly it would have been able to survive this and adapt to the changes in the area. Higher incomes are moving in. This area is preparing for redevelopment. The location right on the perimeter is a developer's dream, especially as other parts of Atlanta continue to rise in price. I love this area! So convenient, but the stores around are not up to par. I shouldn't have to go all over the place just to get decent food and avoid shady, old businesses. Sorry older people, but you'll be gone soon. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-60597741089741746412016-03-04T15:02:14.385-05:002016-03-04T15:02:14.385-05:00Please stop with the negative comments about this ...Please stop with the negative comments about this expansion. It's long overdue. The area is changing and getting younger with higher incomes moving in. Sorry, but S&S didn't change with the times. If they had then they'd be able to keep up. It's called business. This Kroger is GREAT for the area and very much needed. I can't wait. It's sad that the older people can't come to grips with how their area is changing and improving. You should be grateful and happy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-71453776467228529092016-02-24T19:53:25.086-05:002016-02-24T19:53:25.086-05:002. They are talking about the Chamblee annexation ...2. They are talking about the Chamblee annexation that was proposed by Lavista Hills area residents. http://brookhavenpost.co/proposed-chamblee-annexation-draws-from-former-lavista-hills-area-but-is-it-feasible/37456/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-67849134321582344492016-02-24T11:44:21.370-05:002016-02-24T11:44:21.370-05:00I would like to see Kroger embrace the spirit of o...I would like to see Kroger embrace the spirit of our community by including S&S within their space at its present location. They were there first,and we love them.Why do you have to tear down what works for us?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-71987076784577141502016-02-23T16:51:12.172-05:002016-02-23T16:51:12.172-05:00I've always called the Buford-Clairmont Kroger...I've always called the Buford-Clairmont Kroger the MexiKro. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-78520872872898184612016-02-22T06:30:12.106-05:002016-02-22T06:30:12.106-05:00"Progress" will happen no matter what. I..."Progress" will happen no matter what. I just hope S&S survives whether at current local or elsewhere. S&S is truly "family!" How 'bout at Chamblee Plaza?? Plenty of room! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-40643678533823764672016-02-19T11:14:38.157-05:002016-02-19T11:14:38.157-05:00This is where I do the majority of my grocery shop...This is where I do the majority of my grocery shopping. I think the store is perfectly fine the way it is. I really don't have a problem with them expanding but I don't see a true need for it. <br /><br />I love Fantastic Sam's and will be upset if it is forced out of the Embry Hills (I didn't read that they were offered a spot in the area behind Galaxy Diner). <br /><br />Plus, S & S is a true staple. I would be so disappointed to see if leave Embry Hills - I hope they do remain in Embry Hills, even if the restaurant is smaller. Disneypalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17564104426996634705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-14615080095603037352016-02-19T01:04:40.938-05:002016-02-19T01:04:40.938-05:00This is awesome news for this area! We live in Emb...This is awesome news for this area! We live in Embry Hills directly behind Embry Village and love this area. Both of us are physicians and have lived in Midtown and Buckhead and now can't imagine living anywhere else. We have a lake house in Milledgeville and Kroger built this type of store there and it is amazing! And as one reader said, Kroger could have abandoned this site and left it vacant to build somewhere else. They will have many more parking spaces and are relocating other businesses within the site. S&S has been offered other space in the village, and although smaller, it could work. Zaxby's which just opened across the street doesn't open any of their restaurants without scrutiny and knowing they will succeed. Also as far as competing with a Kroger at Northlake mall, keep in mind Kroger and Publix are right next door to each other in Ansley and both are super successful. DD may have been in the Tracy's building and left, but that was long ago and times have changed! For Kroger and others to see value in this area is so awesome. With all of the diversity, so many people moving to this area and traffic, I applaud Kroger for making an investment in Embry Village. If, for some reason, you don't like the plans, you don't go to this Kroger, or you won't go to the new one, that is perfectly fine as there are so many options for you. However, for so many of us this is exciting, amazing and so welcomed!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-39284407866942912852016-02-18T18:30:10.592-05:002016-02-18T18:30:10.592-05:00I just want better food, organic food, and a large...I just want better food, organic food, and a larger selection. Not toys and appliances (who would buy an appliance at Kroger?... I don't even buy meat at Kroger...). <br /><br />Kroger has been doing better with organic sections and craft beer selection recently. That's what we need, not a Walmart... <br /><br />We could use some better restaurants in the area, and a drive-through Starbucks - great location near the highways...<br /><br />Glad to see the development, but hopefully they tweak plans a bit. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-19696079116877578942016-02-18T17:15:40.403-05:002016-02-18T17:15:40.403-05:00hey 3:10, the true retro-hipsters eat at S&S, ...hey 3:10, the true retro-hipsters eat at S&S, not like the poser retro-hipsters flocking to overpriced slop at PCM.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-579719431387122896.post-42534454312347443182016-02-18T16:49:30.799-05:002016-02-18T16:49:30.799-05:00I have lived in the area since 2003 and am thrille...I have lived in the area since 2003 and am thrilled to see Kroger wanting to stay and make the entire shopping center better. Right now I avoid Kroger at Embry Hills because of the parking, the cramped store and generally feeling like there is too much stuff in too little of a space. I think getting rid of the motel and some of the empty space in the center is good for the community and will increase property values, with better quality shopping. I too have eaten at S & S and have fortunately not run across the issues cited by others regarding cleanliness, etc. I would suggest that S & S ought to seriously consider moving to North Hills shopping center and they would remain in the area, but maybe move to a bigger and cleaner space! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com