sead43
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Post by sead43 on Jan 9, 2008 13:36:58 GMT -5
When they announced that ARAMARK was taking over Leo's last summer ( explore.georgetown.edu/news/?ID=25422), they said it would involve renovations to "transform [Leo's] into 6 all-you-care-to-eat mini restaurants." It said that construction would begin over winter break and be completed by Fall 2008. However, there's no visible sign that the renovations have started. Anyone know if this project is still on schedule, or even in the works at all anymore?? |
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JimmyHoya
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Post by JimmyHoya on Jan 9, 2008 16:15:51 GMT -5
That may not necessarily mean 6 individual mini-dining halls, just 6 different entree opportunities.
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sead43
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Post by sead43 on Jan 9, 2008 20:59:36 GMT -5
yea, i know, it just sounded from the news release like Leo's would physically look different in some way starting after this winter break, considering they used the term "renovations".
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Post by DFW HOYA on Jan 9, 2008 21:34:19 GMT -5
Like the Multi-Sport Facility, the Darnall Restaurant, and the ill-fated Leavey Center Theater, timelines don't guarantee finishes.
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Post by vcjack on Jan 9, 2008 22:43:06 GMT -5
however they did put tables into Sellinger Lounge over break, which is a nice addition
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Post by strummer8526 on Jan 10, 2008 11:51:27 GMT -5
Margie Bryant is in charge, right? This job should get done sometime around the Darnall/Epicurian job. So look for Leo's renovations, class of 2016!
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sead43
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Post by sead43 on Jan 11, 2008 13:29:46 GMT -5
speaking of... Leo's Renovation: www.thehoya.com/node/14986Darnall Restaurant: www.thehoya.com/node/14989regarding Leo's, the university spokesperson sounds like she has no idea what the reporter was refering to. someone should send her the news release i referenced above. |
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Post by strummer8526 on Jan 11, 2008 14:02:52 GMT -5
I was on the Ed Board that last year wrote an editorial calling for Margie Bryant to resign. From what I saw, this board wasn't much a fan of it. But a lot of people on this board aren't students, and they don't rely on that terrible administrator to shape their day-to-day lives. She is BAD AT HER JOB. End of story. She needs to go.
Just as a side note, also: who decided that the more economically advantageous choice for the Darnall space was a sit-down, upscale Mediterranean place? You know what would make a killing: a GOOD PIZZA and sub shop. All the Jersey kids (and hence a huge percentage of Georgetown) would kill for some real pizza.
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Post by sead43 on Jan 11, 2008 15:20:16 GMT -5
Just as a side note, also: who decided that the more economically advantageous choice for the Darnall space was a sit-down, upscale Mediterranean place? You know what would make a killing: a GOOD PIZZA and sub shop. All the Jersey kids (and hence a huge percentage of Georgetown) would kill for some real pizza. seriously. "The restaurant will be a combination sit-down facility, cafeteria and cocktail lounge and will include a full service bar." are they kidding?? we already have Hoyas and the Faculty Club, which no one goes to. i don't really see how this is going to work...if it ever gets done that is. (and i walked by there today and it is nowhere near being ready.) |
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Post by mrsparkle12 on Jan 15, 2008 12:26:41 GMT -5
I was on the Ed Board that last year wrote an editorial calling for Margie Bryant to resign. From what I saw, this board wasn't much a fan of it. But a lot of people on this board aren't students, and they don't rely on that terrible administrator to shape their day-to-day lives. She is BAD AT HER JOB. End of story. She needs to go. Just as a side note, also: who decided that the more economically advantageous choice for the Darnall space was a sit-down, upscale Mediterranean place? You know what would make a killing: a GOOD PIZZA and sub shop. All the Jersey kids (and hence a huge percentage of Georgetown) would kill for some real pizza. Amen. The once-heralded additions to Fast Break are seriously lagging now too. Menus are limited to begin with and they're routinely out of food or closed at inexplicable times. |
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Post by LizziebethHoya on Jan 15, 2008 13:56:15 GMT -5
Honestly, they should have just kept the Darnall Caf open. Leos is so crowded its hard to find a seat unless you eat dinner at 4:30. Also, unless you want to stand in a long line to get make your own pizza, pasta, or stir fry, the options this year are horrible and the food is often cold.
At least Marriot knew how to make chicken fingers correctly
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Post by sead43 on Jan 15, 2008 15:34:54 GMT -5
The Hoya's editorial on the issue: www.thehoya.com/node/15031all i can say is: Amen. and, you are right lizzie, the chicken fingers this year almost make me not look forward to chicken finger thursday anymore. |
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Post by NickSixers on Jan 15, 2008 21:57:42 GMT -5
Leos is so crowded its hard to find a seat unless you eat dinner at 4:30. That's what I did last year. That's how a senior rolls baby. Never thought I'd live to see the day when people missed Marriott. |
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Post by strummer8526 on Jan 15, 2008 22:39:43 GMT -5
You could have the King's chefs come in. As long as Margie is in charge of Auxiliary Services, expect everything to be an utter mess. For some more good laughs, find the Voice article from last year where her boss at her SECOND JOB--a Remax real estate agent--says that she may spend more hours working for them than Georgetown.
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