May 7, 2008...2:06 pm
A Little More on Volt
I discovered today that Volt has a blog. From the most recent post (May 3rd):
We are well under way with construction at this point. It is very exciting to see Charlie, our architect, and our vision taking shape. Our kitchen view dining room, dubed the chef’s dining room, ceiling and framing are almost complete. Our lounge and main dining room are also framed to the point where the walls and ceilings look a bit like a large skeleton of the restaurant. This week our hood will arrive and the install will be early in the week. That in it’s self is an exciting milestone, as we all know what is stationed underneath will be close behind. Plumbers, electricians, masons, and steelworkers are all taking position and working simultaneously to bring the space to life.
You can also sign up for email updates on the opening at Volt’s website here.
Also, don’t forget about the Frederick Forum. There are lots of new questions over there!
5 Comments
May 7, 2008 at 4:22 pm
Exciting news, but let me repeat what I said earlier.
I’d be surprised to see this restaurant do well. This recession is going to re-open again, beef prices are soaring, and petroleum is expected to peak at $190/bbl. Factored together, these make it hard to build (not just retain) a clientele willing to drop $120 for a steak dinner for two.
Steakhouses–at least the really good ones–are well known for charging a la carte. My $120 figure is for a big night out, which presents a big financial hurdle for financially squeezed Fredericktonians unfamiliar with your restaurant. This is probably the worst time in 10+ years to be opening a new steakhouse.
May 7, 2008 at 4:39 pm
Dude, I’ve said it elsewhere in comments, but I don’t get the impression that Volt is going to be a steakhouse. If you read the “About Volt” section on the blog, they say they are going to be “menu of Modern American cuisine” focusing on using local ingredients in season.
I have no idea what the prices will be so you may be right on the $120, but I think the steakhouse thing came from the fact that he is leaving his job at a steakhouse in DC to open his own place.
May 7, 2008 at 9:12 pm
The Dude stands corrected.
May 8, 2008 at 2:47 pm
I think it sounds like a great place. I have been by it and have seen all of the construction and such going on. I wish him great success.
May 9, 2008 at 8:15 am
So…. the Dude abides? lol.
Should be a decent place, can’t wait to give it a shot.
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