Ok so thats covering 3 out of how many new places by spring ? just saying Iam not sure how well expensive places to eat will do in Middletown.Or how likely that the average Middletonian would be to frequent downtown to grab grub for their families.I do hope that it works out for everyone of the new places.

The Liberty has never been known to be high-end.  And I understand that it will be more of a sports bar concept.

If you look at Sugar-Hi's menu, the prices are far from being on the high side.  In fact, they are in line or less expensive than Java Johnny's.  

Stained is expected to a higher-end restaurant, which has the potential to draw from outside the Middletown area if the food is good.  The atmosphere is certainly going to create a nice dining epxerinece

 

I hope these new high end eateries accept food stamps

It's still happening.  I had an opportunity to see the inside in early October.  The bar area was close to being finished.  It's going to be beautiful.  The bar is made from the old First Baptist Organ case, and they are using the old stained glass windows from the church as well.

I think they've had some delays along the way that were outside of their control from what I understand. They are putting in a commercial kitchen in the one-story building next door.  That in itself is a big project. 

I wish them much luck.  Middletown needs a couple of good non-chain restaurants, especially now that The Meadows has closed.

On a good note, Sugar-Hi Cafe will open by the end of the month at the corner of Central and Broad:

http://www.sugarhicafe.com/

The owner of this new venture seems to be a real go-getter with a positive attitude.  They will be serving Boston Stoker coffee, in case you are a fan.  

And the The Liberty should be reopened soon as well.

Buy and Support Local as often as you can.  

 

I hope we hook up this week.  Sometimes, it is difficult to remain quiet when being attacked by someone who knows nothing about you. I even take up for you which is not an easy thing to do! LOL

 

Jag