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[peanutflower]

The Roadhouse is pretty good. I go there a lot. Some things are a bit hit and miss, but generally it's just fine. Especially when you compare it to what was there before. Jeff and Chris really have a love for the business, and I'm not sure exactly why they would be termed "scuzzy". I have friends who have worked there since it opened, and they treat their employees really well. Jeff is pretty picky about who he hires, but if he likes you and you work hard it's a great place to work. It's been for sale because that's just what Jeff and Chris do, they find a place, build it, get it going, and then move on to something else. Jeff already has another business going. Maybe they are ADD or something. Anyway, for what it is and where it is the Roadhouse definitely fills a niche. There isn't anything around that area, it's a nice place to go and sit, the food is passably good, the beer is cold, the patio is great, and waht more do you want? There are plenty of worse places.

[spanky123]

and waht more do you want? There are plenty of worse places.

Cell phone coverage and wifi!

You asked ...

[Bob Fugger]

Jeff and Chris really have a love for the business, and I'm not sure exactly why they would be termed "scuzzy."

As it is poor form to impugn competitors, all I will add is that the Wilson's have a reputation in this city and most industry folks in the know will tell you that it is very well-deserved.

[VicHockeyFan]

It will not re-open on April 1st, at least not under present ownership.

[Sparky]

The for sale / lease sign was removed today, but the sign structure is still in place.

[Schnook]

I hope it opens again. The menu was great, the service was good and it's a neat place to go on a hot evening.

If I had one gripe, it would be those tall stools.

[Baro]

I bought some theatre tickets on groupon, half off, good deal!

[Sparky]

I hope it opens again. The menu was great, the service was good and it's a neat place to go on a hot evening.

If I had one gripe, it would be those tall stools.

Your wish is my command mighty Schnook.

Tonight on my way home the sign says open in April, and something about a St. Paddy's night.

[gumgum]

I bought some theatre tickets on groupon, half off, good deal!

I guess they do dinner theater there now?

[Sparky]

^ Baro must be blogging without glasses on. Risky business.

[Schnook]

Thanks for the good news, mighty Sparky!

Baro is probably referring to the Groupon banner that appears across the top of this board. I don't like to encourage online advertisers, but the occasional click probably supports this forum.

[gumgum]

He probably meant to respond to the Groupon thread.

[LJ]

Tonight on my way home the sign says open in April, and something about a St. Paddy's night.

Uhh, St. Paddy's night in April?

[Sparky]

Uhh, St. Paddy's night in April?

http://www.saanichroadhouse.com/

I don't know........open close?/?

I am just a drive by info guy

[Mr_E_Squirrel]

Not a big fan of the pricing on the menu on-line. 13 1/4 , 13 1/2, 13 3/4 , 6 3/4 . Why not just put 14 , 13 1/4 looks more expensive to me (too many digits). Seems awkwardly worded on many of the descriptions.

http://www.saanichro...se.com/menu.htm

[Sparky]

The for sale sign has been resurrected today.

quoted from this website http://www.naibusine...ss_listings.asp

MOTIVATED VENDOR. PRICE SLASHED The original building was constructed in 1950 for the Cock & Pheasant Restaurant and later operated as the Prospector and more recently as the El Rancho. Since being purchased by the Wilson brothers in August 2007 the entire building has been re-built from the ground up and re-equipped with new kitchen(s) and furnishings to the highest industry standards.
Price: $2,300,000

In all fairness, a couple of clarifications are required here. The building was originally the residence of Mr. Hunter, who as luck would have it, blew himself up with dynamite clearing stumps. After that it was purchased by Mrs Sowden who operated it as a "Tea House" known as the "Cock Pheasant". It was not operated as a restaurant until it was purchased by Paul and Ulla Nielsen after Paul retired from the chef's position at the Legislature.

I will scan and post some old pics when I find them.

Oh boy, I made it to the 1500 post mark.........I will never catch VHF.

[pikabu]

For those interested in the business only, the asking price is $275,000 http://www.naibusine...aseBrochure.PDF

I hope someone buys this who wants to make killer breakfasts and lunches.

[Sparky]

^ I see business only price at $525,000.....am I missing something?

no mention of monthly rent

[pikabu]

Rare opportunity to purchase a turnkey pub-style restaurant (Business Only) Central Saanich location 37,025 sq. ft. site with approximately 30 on-site parking stalls Pub/Restaurant with Food Primary liquor license Completely rebuilt to highest industry standards. Price: $275,000Sale Type: Assets
http://www.naibusine...ss_listings.asp

Just scroll down a bit on the above URL and you'll see the slashed price of $275,000.

[Sparky]

I hope it opens again. The menu was great, the service was good and it's a neat place to go on a hot evening.

If I had one gripe, it would be those tall stools.

The Wilson brothers lied to us Schnook.....it would appear that this project is dying of a financial death.

No April opening.