Aksarben Village (67th & Center)

[stormchaser]

Jones Bros Cupcakes is closing their Aksarben location

Jones Bros will be closing the doors on our Aksarben Village location Monday 10/7. You can still get Jones Bros cupcakes at our Westroads mall location and we have our full catering menu available as per usual. 402-884-2253. It’s been our honor to serve over 3 million cupcakes in the Aksarben area over 14 years. Stay tuned for Jones Bros new location open late 2025 and I’ll see you out at Westroads!
Thank you
Bill Jones
Owner
Jones Bros Cupcakes

Thats a bummer - I work in that area and it's one of my favorite spots for lunch (they actually have really good food - not just desert stuff).

[Garrett]

Jones Bros Cupcakes is closing their Aksarben location

Jones Bros will be closing the doors on our Aksarben Village location Monday 10/7. You can still get Jones Bros cupcakes at our Westroads mall location and we have our full catering menu available as per usual. 402-884-2253. It’s been our honor to serve over 3 million cupcakes in the Aksarben area over 14 years. Stay tuned for Jones Bros new location open late 2025 and I’ll see you out at Westroads!
Thank you
Bill Jones
Owner
Jones Bros Cupcakes

Thats a bummer - I work in that area and it's one of my favorite spots for lunch (they actually have really good food - not just desert stuff).

That's probably why they outlived all of the other cupcake places in the area. Interesting to see them talk about a new location at least. Makes you wonder what's happened at Aksarben.

[stormchaser]

That's probably why they outlived all of the other cupcake places in the area. Interesting to see them talk about a new location at least. Makes you wonder what's happened at Aksarben.

Probably - wonder where the new location is going? I always thought the Aksarben location was way too big for what they really needed. Could be they are just relocating to a smaller storefront elsewhere within Aksarben (that's what I'm hoping anyway ).

[djc311]

That's probably why they outlived all of the other cupcake places in the area. Interesting to see them talk about a new location at least. Makes you wonder what's happened at Aksarben.

Probably - wonder where the new location is going? I always thought the Aksarben location was way too big for what they really needed. Could be they are just relocating to a smaller storefront elsewhere within Aksarben (that's what I'm hoping anyway ).

I always feel for local small businesses that close as it's rarely due to simply wanting to retire and spend all of the money made from the store.

I had to close my business years ago because it was just too expensive. And I was paying about $20/sq ft for my bay.

I just happened to look at the rates for the new shops going in by Aspen Creek on HWY 370 (by the new HyVee). They want $32/sq ft triple net. Not counting your commons expenses for a 1600 sq ft bay that's $4200/month for rent. No utilities, no insurance, no payroll. You'd easily have to do $30k/month or more in business just to stay open.

[Louie]

They want $32/sq ft triple net. Not

What's triple net mean?

[iamjacobm]

They want $32/sq ft triple net. Not

What's triple net mean?

Tenant plays for expenses like taxes, insurance and maintenance on top of the base rent.

[Louie]

They want $32/sq ft triple net. Not

What's triple net mean?

Tenant plays for expenses like taxes, insurance and maintenance on top of the base rent.

Ah, got it

[djc311]

They want $32/sq ft triple net. Not

What's triple net mean?

Tenant plays for expenses like taxes, insurance and maintenance on top of the base rent.

Ah, got it

My bad - should have clarified... it's like my work with all of the acronyms we have. Most won't know what they mean.

If you can fill your bays, being a commercial landlord could be lucrative. Your triple nets cover the property taxes, snow/grass cutting, and trash. Plus the tenants usually pay all utilities for their bay so the landlord basically pays for the structure.

[stormchaser]

Went to Jones Bros for lunch today. Without directly saying it, they basically said rent increases are why they are shutting the doors (which isn’t surprising considering the other vacancies in Aksarben). They said it’s more viable for them to focus more on their catering business. They also indicated they don’t have a new location decided on yet but it could be they just don’t want to make that public info yet (that would be my guess).

[Garrett]

Went to Jones Bros for lunch today. Without directly saying it, they basically said rent increases are why they are shutting the doors (which isn’t surprising considering the other vacancies in Aksarben). They said it’s more viable for them to focus more on their catering business. They also indicated they don’t have a new location decided on yet but it could be they just don’t want to make that public info yet (that would be my guess).

Late 2025 is a pretty long time if you already know the space. Can’t imagine a commercial landlord that would rent that far in advance.

But pretty surprising Aksarben would chase out a flagship institution like that

[nebugeater]

Went to Jones Bros for lunch today. Without directly saying it, they basically said rent increases are why they are shutting the doors (which isn’t surprising considering the other vacancies in Aksarben). They said it’s more viable for them to focus more on their catering business. They also indicated they don’t have a new location decided on yet but it could be they just don’t want to make that public info yet (that would be my guess).

Late 2025 is a pretty long time if you already know the space. Can’t imagine a commercial landlord that would rent that far in advance.

But pretty surprising Aksarben would chase out a flagship institution like that

Unless they already have it filled

[stormchaser]

Late 2025 is a pretty long time if you already know the space. Can’t imagine a commercial landlord that would rent that far in advance.

True, unless it’s going to be part of new construction somewhere. Otherwise I agree.

[ChadJK]

I have to be honest, the whole gourmet cupcake thing feels like a food fad that passed 10+ years ago.

[Ben]

First State Bank, a Lincoln based regional bank, has just opened a location in Aksarben...

6457 Frances St

[Grow Omaha]

Sam Noddle was on Grow Omaha today. Lots of great Aksarben info.

[Brad]

I noticed last night that OPPD now has a sign on the monument sign on the west side of the Blue Cross Building. Did they move some offices in the Blue Cross building?

[iamjacobm]

I noticed last night that OPPD now has a sign on the monument sign on the west side of the Blue Cross Building. Did they move some offices in the Blue Cross building?

Yeah they took ~65k SF here.

[Brad]

I noticed last night that OPPD now has a sign on the monument sign on the west side of the Blue Cross Building. Did they move some offices in the Blue Cross building?

Yeah they took ~65k SF here.

That's two full floors.

[grummiefreak]

looks like Godega might be expanding into the old Zoup! location? i walked by last night and saw a this on the window. i love Godega so this would be exciting!

[hatwate]

Somewhere I read that a breakfast & lunch spot was going into the Jones Bros location. It has a Leased sign but nothing seems to have happened with it. No work has begun. Anyone know what is happening with it?

[Brad]

Somewhere I read that a breakfast & lunch spot was going into the Jones Bros location. It has a Leased sign but nothing seems to have happened with it. No work has begun. Anyone know what is happening with it?

Grow Omaha posted about it a while back. They just recently got their building permits withing the last 2 weeks. I can't find the Grow Omaha article now, but here is the building permit:

Breakfast Club Omaha - Original Description: No Change of Occupancy Changing from a Bakery to a Restaurant

[skinzfan23]

I have been wondering about it as well. That leased sign has been there for a few months but it doesn't look like any activity.

[Brad]

I have been wondering about it as well. That leased sign has been there for a few months but it doesn't look like any activity.

06/16/2025 - Plumbing Permit
06/16/2025 - Fire Sprinkler Permit
06/13/2025 - Building Permit

[BIGO88]

Anyone know whats going in the old Spirit World space? Leased signs up and work has been going on the last few nights.

[hatwate]

When did Spirit World close?

[Louie]

When did Spirit World close?

At the beginning of the year

[skinzfan23]

I have been wondering about it as well. That leased sign has been there for a few months but it doesn't look like any activity.

06/16/2025 - Plumbing Permit
06/16/2025 - Fire Sprinkler Permit
06/13/2025 - Building Permit

Still no activity at this site

[GenX]

Anyone know whats going in the old Spirit World space? Leased signs up and work has been going on the last few nights.

It is to become a Spirit Halloween World store

[labguy]

Signs are up for Grand Patisserie in what I think was the old Rexius Nutrition spot along 67th.

[BuildTaller]

Signs are up for Grand Patisserie in what I think was the old Rexius Nutrition spot along 67th.

Wow, is that their second location then? (Other one is at 144th and Center)

[BuildTaller]

Signs are up for Grand Patisserie in what I think was the old Rexius Nutrition spot along 67th.

Wow, is that their second location then? (Other one is at 144th and Center)

Yes, according to Grow Omaha

[hatwate]

Anyone know whats going in the old Spirit World space? Leased signs up and work has been going on the last few nights.

Grow Omaha says "Kansas City Restaurant to Open in Former Spirit World Space.
Red Door Woodfired Grill plans to take over the former Spirit World store in Aksarben Village. The 8,000 sq. ft., corner space is located at 6680 Center Street. Opening is planned for the second quarter of 2026. Red Door Woodfired Grill has six Kansas City locations and is known for its scratch-made food and signature smoky pecan, oak and hickory blend. The company also plans to open a restaurant in Gretna."

[halgy]

Anyone know whats going in the old Spirit World space? Leased signs up and work has been going on the last few nights.

Grow Omaha says "Kansas City Restaurant to Open in Former Spirit World Space.
Red Door Woodfired Grill plans to take over the former Spirit World store in Aksarben Village. The 8,000 sq. ft., corner space is located at 6680 Center Street. Opening is planned for the second quarter of 2026. Red Door Woodfired Grill has six Kansas City locations and is known for its scratch-made food and signature smoky pecan, oak and hickory blend. The company also plans to open a restaurant in Gretna."

Is this in addition to the new location in Gretna? FWIW, I've been to the one in KC and it is pretty alright. I'd say it is step below a full steakhouse, but many steps above a chain family restaurant or sports bar. Should be a good addition to Aksarben, as a more upscale option.

[nebugeater]

Anyone know whats going in the old Spirit World space? Leased signs up and work has been going on the last few nights.

Grow Omaha says "Kansas City Restaurant to Open in Former Spirit World Space.
Red Door Woodfired Grill plans to take over the former Spirit World store in Aksarben Village. The 8,000 sq. ft., corner space is located at 6680 Center Street. Opening is planned for the second quarter of 2026. Red Door Woodfired Grill has six Kansas City locations and is known for its scratch-made food and signature smoky pecan, oak and hickory blend. The company also plans to open a restaurant in Gretna."

Is this in addition to the new location in Gretna? FWIW, I've been to the one in KC and it is pretty alright. I'd say it is step below a full steakhouse, but many steps above a chain family restaurant or sports bar. Should be a good addition to Aksarben, as a more upscale option.

THe aritcal states it is a second location for the area

[Greg S]

We've been to this in KC and enjoyed it. Reasonable (I guess reasonable for this day and age). It will be a great fit for Ak Sar Ben. I am curious how the Gretna location does. I think it will be popular, but outside of Mid Town Crossing, Gretna seems to have the most restaurants opening then closing. Very competitive and still a maturing area.

[hatwate]

Someone is working on the former Jones Brothers space today. A dumpster there is about half full of drywall.

[Brad]

Someone is working on the former Jones Brothers space today. A dumpster there is about half full of drywall.

Breakfast Club Omaha

Somewhere I read that a breakfast & lunch spot was going into the Jones Bros location. It has a Leased sign but nothing seems to have happened with it. No work has begun. Anyone know what is happening with it?

Grow Omaha posted about it a while back. They just recently got their building permits withing the last 2 weeks. I can't find the Grow Omaha article now, but here is the building permit:

Breakfast Club Omaha - Original Description: No Change of Occupancy Changing from a Bakery to a Restaurant

[skinzfan23]

Good, been wondering when that space was going to get filled.

[Ben]

Someone is working on the former Jones Brothers space today. A dumpster there is about half full of drywall.

Breakfast Club Omaha

Somewhere I read that a breakfast & lunch spot was going into the Jones Bros location. It has a Leased sign but nothing seems to have happened with it. No work has begun. Anyone know what is happening with it?

Grow Omaha posted about it a while back. They just recently got their building permits withing the last 2 weeks. I can't find the Grow Omaha article now, but here is the building permit:

Breakfast Club Omaha - Original Description: No Change of Occupancy Changing from a Bakery to a Restaurant

Is there any affiliation with Saddle Creek Breakfast Club? Or just a similar name?

[BIGO88]

New Rendering for the lot thats for sale next to the Residence Inn. It would be nice to start seeing some of these empty lots filled in.