I shop here frequently due to the close proximity to where I live. It's a decent mall in that it has all of the elements you'd expect at a mall, but I've noticed a few things that are disappointing to me that have changed in recent years.
The kids playgrounds are usually filled over capacity with too many kids and parents that are not attentive to their children. I would never let my kids play in them out of fear they would get hurt by bigger kids.
The other thing I hate about this mall is the baggy pants teens walking around showing everyone thier underwear. It makes my young daughter embarrassed she sees that. Families should consider this before choosing to spend a few hours there on a weekend.
Last thing is the food court. It is quickly running out restaurants that have names you would recognize. Some of the places look... sketchy.
All that being said, it's still a great place to shop of you are looking to buy something from a store that you know is there. If you are just wanting to kill some time and/or hang out at the mall, you might be disappointed.
One last thing, the bathrooms are always clean,...
Read moreWas a surprisingly still very active mall. Coming from a town where the only mall is in disrepair and is rarely ever visited, it was nice to see some hustle and bustle. The food court was fairly packed and there was a wait for some of the vendors. The mall was clean and from what we experienced, was well laid out. Also went to Red Robin that was much better quality and service than the one at home. Overall, it was a pleasant throwback to a thriving mall we all remember from our teens.
It was great to see so many food options as well. Multiple full restaurants but also some niche smaller franchises as well. Wanted to make it to Auntie Annies but the line was too long.
It was also interesting to see a JC Penney that had not been closed down. The center area had a water feature with a spiral fireplace which was cool as well. Not sure about all the other shops because we didn’t venture too far on our brief walk. There were a good number of people but also plenty of seating both in the food court an around the general area as well. If in the area again, will definitely stop by for a...
Read morei really enjoy this mall. it doesnt have a hundred floors, theres just like 1 or 2 ,so its super easy to just walk around and/or shop. the food court is nice. i like the Aunti Annes pretzels and the hawaiian bbq place is really good too. Chic fil A is also there with great food and service plus they have never screwed up any of my orders lol. The seating is spread out so no one is really right on top of you.
The Barnes and Noble has been more busier in recent months since the other Barnes and Noble on CommonWealth Centre pkwy closed.
H+M and Grimaldis Brick Oven Pizza has been a very nice addition to this mall for me because I love brick oven pizza and H+M was one of my favorite places to shop at in NYC so Im so happy to have one very close by.
Theres another store that has all things Virginia, like local honey and Virginia souvenirs, Virginia history stuff. just all stuff from Virginia; with that said, they sell chocolates from Nancys Candy co. a wonderful chocolatier factory in the mountains here. The truffles...
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