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What may be the end of a failed experiment, it sounds as if restaurant Jackie Blue may be going through some changes in the near future. Rumors are floating that it may be for sale. The liquor license application in the window is usually an indication of an impending ownership change.

This week’s scheduled debut of Suburban Transit featuring members of Slamo and Quagmire Swim Team has been moved to the Brewhouse Grille in Camp Hill as a result of the changes at Jackie Blue. The show starts at 10pm on Friday, March 2. Other upcoming gigs featuring DJ Ill Cosby, Chester Attic, and Dominic Cicco are TBD.

Additional speculation is the new name could be “The Blue Bistro” and may have somewhat of an “alternative edge”.

From what I understand, Jackie Blue had a good thing going. People who went enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Others said it was some of the best cuisine on 2nd street. It was certainly something different, but I think the high caliber of the food along with the higher prices may have kept people away. It’s always a shame to see good restaurants close in Harrisburg, but everyone knew with the rapid expansion of eateries some would survive and others would not. Bye Jackie.

Other off the street rumblings include The Quarter which may be transferring ownership as early as this week. I don’t go there too often but from what I hear it could use a lot of improvement on the food and service end of things. With a great building and location, let’s hope the new owners can turn things around.

Sue recently reported that Chars Bella Mundo is up for sale in order for the restaurant to facilitate a move into the planned Tracy Mansion along Front St. in Midtown.

Still no word on the fate of Fisaga which filed for Chapter 11 back in September.

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Posted by Bone on Wednesday, February 28th, 2007 at 1:58 pm.