[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Dotneko

Just wanted to update. The butcher shop DID open today. Someone had posted on a now closed thread that they were told it wasn't happening. It appears that was Fake News. Gymratt was misinformed

They were probably quoting their hairdresser.

[Oldragbagger]

I find all these comments about how it is going to fail to be almost comical. We were there last night and the place was hopping, inside and out. People were eating and drinking, despite what some think are unreasonable prices. Prices at the outside bar seem to align with the other squares. The entertainment was good and every seat was taken. Just like at the other squares people were sitting on the perimeter listening from their carts and plenty of others had brought their own chairs. It’s a beautiful venue and I am betting it is going to do just fine. We appreciate having it down here in our area. And, since it was plenty crowded, I am guessing that those people who say they will never go there because it’s too this or not enough that won’t be missed. Just frees up a seat or two for someone else.

[Oldragbagger]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

Years ago, I worked for a very large company. Becoming concerned with excessive expenditures, they made an issue over pencils, among other things. A pencil is "small stuff", but if every employee took their pencil home every day and didn't return it, thousands of dollars worth of pencils pilfered daily would cause "small stuff" to become a very big deal.
The point is not the 64 cents, it is that they use this phony "we don't make change" policy to steal money from their customers. A little here, a little there, adds up to a whole lot of stolen (and very likely) unreported income by the end of the year.
If they won't give you your change or round the balance down, then you're being scammed. And so is everyone else they have done this to.

An option would be for people to carry coins with them. I always have a compartment full of change in my wallet. They may not give it but I would think they have to accept it.

[Oldragbagger]

Originally Posted by END OTT

Need more comfort in the seating if they expect a longer stay

They have wonderful sofas, chairs, and tables. People sit for hours in the bleachers at Brownwood. Sawgrass is a far cry more comfortable than that.

[Oldragbagger]

Originally Posted by Jerseygirl08

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I was there about a month ago. I found the whole Market setup WEIRD, unfriendly, not worth ever returning to this place. I feel badly for the people who bought homes down there, expecting a cool "square". What they got - and are getting - is not a friendly-enjoyable place to visit. Sad.

Obviously you were there before they had finished the outdoor seating area and entertainment area. It is gorgeous now with lots of tables, chairs, and comfortable couches under the beautiful shade canopies. The entertainment is going now Wednesday-Sunday and the place is really hopping. It is a welcome addition to the area.

[gymratt]

Originally Posted by Dotneko

Just wanted to update. The butcher shop DID open today. Someone had posted on a now closed thread that they were told it wasn't happening. It appears that was Fake News. Gymratt was misinformed

Incorrect.. I was not misinformed. The original butcher, Local Butcher and Market, pulled out. They have the butcher shop at Plant Street Market in Winter Garden. The butcher in Sawgrass is different...

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by gymratt

Incorrect.. I was not misinformed. The original butcher, Local Butcher and Market, pulled out. They have the butcher shop at Plant Street Market in Winter Garden. The butcher in Sawgrass is different...

Incorrect, the original butcher is the one that is in there running his businesses, he leased 3 spots which include his shop, little Fin's, and the burger place. Your butcher was probably someone that wanted in there but couldn't afford the rent.

[windylou]

Originally Posted by Skip

There are MANY doing this now.
We've seen it in at least a half dozen recently.
The big problem is that it's a surprise additon on the bottom of the bill. No warning!
See the thread in Restaurant Discussions called Credit Card fee.
Skip

Garner Estate Sale requested PayPal, Venmo, cash or check. NO credit cards.
I guess that's good for them so they don't pay Credit Card fee... but
how many seniors know how to do PayPal and Venmo ??

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by windylou

Garner Estate Sale requested PayPal, Venmo, cash or check. NO credit cards.
I guess that's good for them so they don't pay Credit Card fee... but
how many seniors know how to do PayPal and Venmo ??

I think the main reason a vendor would require Paypal or Venmo is to avoid a credit card dispute. Under Federal law, a credit card transaction can be disputed within 60 days of the bank statement. The same Federal law does not apply to Paypal or Venmo transactions.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

I think the main reason a vendor would require Paypal or Venmo is to avoid a credit card dispute. Under Federal law, a credit card transaction can be disputed within 60 days of the bank statement. The same Federal law does not apply to Paypal or Venmo transactions.

Thanks for the info, didnt realize that but only use paypal when overseas.

[Normal]

We enjoyed Sawgrass last night, but the stage sound system still hasn’t been adjusted properly? The sound system was less than “lackluster “. I liked the atmosphere, but it was nothing like Brownwood or Sumter Landing.

PS We noticed about 20 golf carts parking on the grass in the behind the boxcar on the along the Meggison road path, hopefully that doesn’t continue. There was plenty of parking available elsewhere in designed spots. I suppose a couple of “privileged” cart users could ruin the landscaping for us all?

[Chi-Town]

Glad that it's up and running and a lot of pent up demand is finally being met.

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by Normal

We enjoyed Sawgrass last night, but the stage sound system still hasn’t been adjusted properly? The sound system was less than “lackluster “. I liked the atmosphere, but it was nothing like Brownwood or Sumter Landing.

PS We noticed about 20 golf carts parking on the grass in the behind the boxcar on the along the Meggison road path, hopefully that doesn’t continue. There was plenty of parking available elsewhere in designed spots. I suppose a couple of “privileged” cart users could ruin the landscaping for us all?

It's okay, that is the area where the privileged go to let their dogs poop as they don't have to pick it up or have them on a leash in their private oasis.

[charmed59]

Originally Posted by Normal

We enjoyed Sawgrass last night, but the stage sound system still hasn’t been adjusted properly? The sound system was less than “lackluster “. I liked the atmosphere, but it was nothing like Brownwood or Sumter Landing.

PS We noticed about 20 golf carts parking on the grass in the behind the boxcar on the along the Meggison road path, hopefully that doesn’t continue. There was plenty of parking available elsewhere in designed spots. I suppose a couple of “privileged” cart users could ruin the landscaping for us all?

Maybe they should put pavers there so the carts will have nice parking. It seems like it would be a lovely place to listen to the music. (Note, I haven’t been down there since Sawgrass opened, so I’m not sure what the setup looks like right now.)

[Kenswing]

Originally Posted by charmed59

Maybe they should put pavers there so the carts will have nice parking. It seems like it would be a lovely place to listen to the music. (Note, I haven’t been down there since Sawgrass opened, so I’m not sure what the setup looks like right now.)

I’m not sure the sound would be very good sitting there in a cart. Those spots are directly behind the stage. Most of the speakers would be facing away from you.