Omaha Restaurant and Retail Updates in the Latest Lightning Round
The segment reports that Fogo de Chão may be headed to Village Pointe, based on a building permit for the former Kona Grill space and leasing materials. It also covers Trax To Go, Azure Cocktail Bar, Paul Moss Kitchen’s closure, Ramona’s move, and Hollister’s new store. Hosts note that permits do not guarantee a project will proceed.
A recent Omaha development roundup points to Fogo de Chão possibly taking over the old Kona Grill spot at Village Pointe, based on a permit and leasing documents. The same segment notes a separate permit listing a Whole Foods sign at the Nordstrom Rack address, though hosts caution approvals alone don't ensure construction.
Other updates include Trax Lounge's planned carryout concept Trax To Go near 180th and Maple, Azure Cocktail Bar apparently moving into the former Jericho's at 120th and West Dodge, and Paul Moss Kitchen's Midtown Crossing closure. Ramona's has relocated to the old Malara's site in South Omaha, and Hollister opened a second local store at Nebraska Crossing.
These changes could reshape where Omaha-area residents eat, shop, and gather, giving nearby diners and shoppers new options while possibly pressuring established venues. Restaurant closures and relocations may affect employees, landlords, and neighboring businesses, especially around Midtown Crossing and South Omaha. If projects like Fogo de Chão proceed, they may draw more traffic to Village Pointe, though permit-based speculation could also create uncertainty for customers and tenants until plans are confirmed.