Chicago — Fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant chain Roti has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, with plans to seek new investors or purchasers while reorganizing finances. The Chicago-based company, which was founded in 2006, intends to keep units in the Chicago, Minneapolis and Washington, D.C. metros open throughout the process. The company cites the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and a recent downturn in consumer spending as some of the challenges leading up to the filing. “After careful consideration, filing for bankruptcy protection was the best way to address our challenges — …
Franklin, N.C. — Marcus & Millichap has brokered the $5.5 million sale of a retail center located in Franklin. Totaling 32,000 square feet, the property was 96 percent leased to 12 tenants at the time of sale. Retailers at the center include Dollar Tree, CATO and Sally Beauty Supply. Zach Taylor and Eric Abbott of Marcus & Millichap represented the seller in the transaction. Benjamin Yelm assisted as the firm’s broker of record in North Carolina.
Chicago — Architecture firm Lamar Johnson Collaborative (LJC) has released renderings for a transformative vision for Michigan Avenue’s Magnificent Mile retail corridor in downtown Chicago. The Magnificent Mile Association commissioned the plan, known as MM2050, to explore innovative solutions for addressing vacancies instigated by the COVID-19 pandemic. LJC created a series of conceptual renderings, guided by four design pillars: people, place, technology and experience. The renderings showcase ideas for enhancing public spaces, improving pedestrian connectivity and encouraging sustainable, mixed-use development. The MM2050 renderings are currently on display at the Chicago Architecture …
Albuquerque, N.M. — Restaurant chain Marco’s Pizza has signed a nine-unit development agreement in New Mexico. Franchisees Chris and Kristian Ornelas will own and operate the restaurants, with the first new units scheduled to open in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho before the end of the first quarter of 2025. This mark’s the brand’s first entry into the state.
Waretown, N.J. — First National Realty Partners (FNRP) has acquired Waretown Town Center, an 87,735-square-foot retail center located in Waretown. A 60,800-square-foot ShopRite anchors the property, which is situated along the Jersey Shore Line. Other tenants at the center include Meridian Health, Shore Smiles Dentistry, Saladworks and Great Clips. Colin Behr and Chris Munley of CB Richard Ellis represented the undisclosed seller in the transaction. This marks FNRP’s seventh shopping center acquisition in New Jersey.
Boscobel and Howards Grove, Wis. — Marcus & Millichap has brokered the $3.2 million sale of two Piggly Wiggly-occupied retail properties located in Boscobel and Howards Grove. The buildings comprise 30,700 and 24,268 square feet, respectively. Ben Kohl and Mitchell Kiven of Marcus & Millichap represented the undisclosed seller in the transaction.
Jacksonville, Fla. — Baum Family Investments has purchased three single-tenant properties located in Jacksonville. Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) occupies each of the properties on a triple-net-lease basis. An undisclosed seller sold the buildings for roughly $5 million. Baum Family Investments has acquired four other properties in the state this year, with plans to purchase an additional six properties before the end of 2024.
Charlotte, N.C. and Travelers Rest, S.C. — Eggs Up Grill — a breakfast, brunch and lunch chain — has signed a new, seven-unit development agreement in North and South Carolina. Franchisee Conley McIntyre, who has a portfolio of existing Eggs Up outposts, will develop, own and operate the restaurants. Six of the locations will be in the Charlotte, North Carolina market, with an additional location in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. There are more than 100 Eggs Up Grill restaurants planned or currently underway.
Santa Rosa, Calif. — WS Development has completed the renovation and expansion of public gathering spaces at Montgomery Village, a 280,000-square-foot retail center located in Santa Rosa, as well as added new tenants. Highlights of the property renovations include updates to The Courtyard, a community hub that features seating, a children’s play area and a dog relief area. The Passage, a new covered passageway connecting the north and south ends of the property, is now also open at the center. New tenant openings at the property include Amour Vert, Mandarin Kitchen, Gorjana, …
Winter Park, Fla. — CTO Realty Growth Inc. has acquired a portfolio of three shopping centers located in Florida and North Carolina. The properties, which together total 893,000 square feet, include Carolina Pavilion in Charlotte, North Carolina; Millenia Crossing in Orlando, Florida; and Lake Brandon Village in Brandon, Florida. CTO purchased the portfolio from an undisclosed seller for $137.5 million. Carolina Pavilion, which was 93 percent leased at the time of sale, comprises roughly 691,000 square feet. Tenants at the center include AMC Theatres, Floor & Décor, Nordstrom Rack, Ross Dress for …