Initial funding has been announced for a new pan-Asian food hall at 4833 N Broadway in Uptown. Located just north of the intersection with W Lawrence Avenue, the project will redevelop an existing structure on the southern end of the large shopping plaza near the Uptown Theater.
Rendering of Uptown Food Exchange by Future Firm
Dubbed the ‘Uptown Food Exchange’, it is unknown who is formally behind the project as they are operating under a business specific name. However it is believed up to three critically acclaimed Thai restaurants are leading the efforts according to Uptown Update. The building’s unique design is being worked on by local architects Future Firm.
Rendering of Uptown Food Exchange by Future Firm
Rendering of Uptown Food Exchange by Future Firm
Rising two-stories in height, the building spans 8,680 square-feet in size. Currently vacant, it most recently held a nail supply store at the heart of the Uptown Entertainment District. Once completed it will hold multiple food stalls for local restaurants, multiple seating areas, small shops, and more.
Rendering of Uptown Food Exchange by Future Firm
Rendering of Uptown Food Exchange by Future Firm
A new facade consisting of an angled screen illuminated by lanterns behind it will be added on all streetfacing sides, with an Asian inspired interior as well. The approved funding comes in the form of $1.98 million from the city’s new Housing and Economic Development bond granted by the city this week. At the moment no timeline for construction is known.
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This looks really cool, I could definitely see myself visiting here
Super cool! We need more of this.
Looks awesome!! Some housing on top wouldn’t hurt but it’s very neat still
Amazing! This is the kind of thing that city living is all about.
I love this! Literally live 3 minutes walking from here. Hoping to see it come to fruition sooner than later.
While this is exciting, why is the city providing financing for this?
This basically looks like a private business, so what is the justification here?
Fabulous