Mayor Scott Fadness worked with the real estate firm Thompson Thrift to create a concept that was originally named The Yard but is now called Fishers District. It is coming together as a culinary district with some other service operations.
Fishers District got out to a very good start. All the new eateries were busy and new restaurants were opening on a regular basis. Then the novel coronavirus entered the picture and restaurants closed their indoor dining, with many offering carry-out service only.
We received word Monday morning that Fishers District is beginning to open up again, with the restrictions in place by the State of Indiana.
Below is the full news release from Thompson-Thrift.
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Thompson Thrift Retail Group, a business unit of Indianapolis based Thompson Thrift and owners of Fishers District in Fishers, Ind., announced today the reopening of the mixed-use development featuring a variety of restaurants, retail and service-oriented businesses.
“This has been a challenging time for businesses of all kinds,” said Ashlee Boyd, managing partner with Thompson Thrift Retail Group. “While the pandemic has wreaked havoc across the country, our restaurant and retail partners have stayed the course by continuing to provide area residents with ways to shop and dine outside of what was the norm. Getting back to business and supporting our center partners is now our priority.”
The first phase of Fishers District tenants opened to the public in October 2019 and quickly gained popularity with residents and visitors. When restaurants and retailers open their doors on May 11, some will do so for the first time.
“Havana Lounge is excited to finally open its doors to host and entertain our customers. The decision to open is not entirely economical. We have a social and moral obligation to fulfill a need and serve the community,” stated Omar Barham, president and owner of Havana Lounge. “Even at halfway normal basis, we need to get back to enjoying each other and celebrating humanity again.”
Other popular restaurants such as HC Grille, 1933 Lounge, 101 Beer Kitchen, Sun King, and Sangiovese, to name a few, will reopen at limited capacity and will continue offering takeout and curbside pick-up options.
“Sun King is excited to welcome guests back to our Fishers Tap Room to enjoy fresh local beer alongside food from the Fishers Test Kitchen,” said Clay Robinson, co-founder and CEO of Sun King Brewery & Spirits. “We have put into place additional cleaning and sanitization measures, as well as spaced out our tables to give guests lots of room for social distancing. In addition, we will continue to offer online and call ahead ordering, as well as ‘to your trunk delivery’ for our customers who prefer that option.”
As part of the reopening plan, each tenant will operate within the CDC recommended guidelines and Phase II guidelines as set forth by the local and state authorities. While the approach may vary, each business is acutely aware of the expectations for keeping employees and patrons safe.
“As the landlord, it is our responsibility to assist our tenants in this transition,” states Brad Bisser, senior vice president of property management for Thompson Thrift Retail Group. “We continue to communicate daily with the businesses at Fishers District on their opening plans and how we can operate the center within the guidelines of the new norm.”
While the common areas of the project will be open to the public, store and restaurant hours and capacity will vary. Guests can visit fishersdistrict.com for a list of tenants, store websites and additional information regarding capacity.
The Mark at Fishers District, the multifamily luxury leased apartments, will also reopen for tours of their apartment homes and amenities.
“The Mark originally opened for tours at Fisher District in March,” stated Aimee O’Connor, senior vice president of property management for Watermark Residential. “Due to COVID-19, we had to go to virtual tours. Now that we can reopen, we are excited to welcome potential new residents to our community at Fishers District.”
In these unprecedented times, the restaurants, retailers, and service providers at Fishers
District are still providing the services you’ve always enjoyed, only in a different way. Please support local. Visit these business websites for the latest in openings and operating hours.
FishersDistrict.com
• 101 BEER KITCHEN
101BeerKitchen.com
(317) 537-2041
• 1933 LOUNGE
1933Lounge.com
(317) 758-1933
• BLUE PEPPERMINT BOUTIQUE
ShopBluePeppermint.com
(317) 436-7082
• CYCLEBAR
CycleBar.com
(317) 284-1525
• FISHERS TEST KITCHEN
FishersTestKitchen.com
(317) 953-6400
• HC TAVERN + KITCHEN
AtTheHC.com
(317) 530-4242
• HAVANA CIGAR LOUNGE
HavanaCigarLounge.vip
(317) 597-7777
• HYATT PLACE | HYATT HOUSE
Hyatt.com
(317) 288-4188
• KINCAID’S MEAT MARKET
KincaidsMeatMarket.com
(317) 537-2207
• KISS KISS BANG BANG SALON
KKBBSalon.com
(317) 915-0100
• THE MARK AT FISHERS DISTRICT
TheMarkAtFishersDistrict.com
(317) 436-1218
• MASSAGE HEIGHTS
MassageHeights.com
(317) 830-3157
• RISE’N ROLL BAKERY
RisenRoll.com
(317) 845-5533
• RIZE
Rize-Restaurant.com
(317) 516-4838
• SANGIOVESE
SangioveseRistorante.com
(317) 219-6413
• SUN KING FISHERS
SunKingBrewing.com
(317) 436-1926
• TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ
TropicalSmoothieCafe.com
(317) 288-0585
• VERIZON
VerizonWireless.com
(317) 567-2489
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