The planets seem to be aligning for The Lake District, where five businesses have opened in the last two months. According to developer Yehuda Netanel, more openings are expected soon.
Just last weekend Chosen Lines Boutique was well received by shoppers and Olive House Mediterranean Grocery opened with much fanfare when nearly three hundred customers showed up for their grand opening. Both stores have added much needed options for Lakeland shoppers who until now did not have a local clothing store or many dining options but thankfully that’s expanding.
In a matter of weeks three more businesses will open, all three serving a variety of uses. The Stretch Lab, Lake District Wine and Liquors, and Gloss Nail Bar are in the final stages of construction and looking forward to opening. Already open and operating at The Lake District are a variety of stores including Starbucks, Frost Bake Shop, Boba Society, Cycle Bar and Activate IV and Cryotherapy.
Later this fall, a full-service restaurant will open, Villa Castrioti. As the name suggests it will be Italian cuisine and the second location for a popular restaurant in Cordova.
Looking ahead, 2023 should continue construction in The Lake District as well as more openings. Construction in the outparcels running along Canada and I-40 should begin and that will include a variety of new business types. What’s certain is Lakeland is on the map for many people who have never visited our city and the excitement for The Lake District is just as strong outside of Lakeland as it is within the city. That’s a very strong sign for the development.
