Crazy Gringo is closed

WinnisquamZ · 01-28-2024, 09:42 PM

Just read the crazy gringo is closed. With the concord casino crook losing his license. Thinking Anthony has finally purchased the building and will get the casino license he wants.

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Mr. V · 01-28-2024, 10:21 PM

Huh?

What's this about a casino?

RUGMAN · 01-29-2024, 08:30 AM

Read the 1-5-24 Laconia Daily news,

Mr. V · 01-29-2024, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by RUGMAN

Read the 1-5-24 Laconia Daily news,

Thanks, I found it: https://www.laconiadailysun.com/news...fa244676c.html

The article says he has musical performances and dances there now.

I wonder whether there would be much interest in holding so-called "underground raves" there overnight?

Have a DJ spinning EDM for eight or so hours while hundreds of young-uns work themselves into a frenzy.

They've been quite popular out west.

John Mercier · 01-29-2024, 11:29 AM

Did the issue have anything to do with Sanborn.
I thought Laconia was unsure of whether it met zoning.

I believe that Laconia found that it does meet zoning and they just have to wait out the licensing process and the background checks.

Blyblvrd · 01-29-2024, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by RUGMAN

Read the 1-5-24 Laconia Daily news,

https://www.laconiadailysun.com/news...fa244676c.html

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Woodsy · 01-29-2024, 01:22 PM

There are lots of changes going on in the Weirs....

Yes, Gringo is closing. Yes, Anthony is leasing the space. No, Anthony doesn't own the building. I am sure he will have right of first refusal once the family that owns the building decides to sell.

As for the Casino idea... I don't believe there is enough parking to support a Casino in the Weirs.

Lots of other changes as well... Ellacoya will be running the Boardwalk down by the Weirs beach sign. Dox will be taking over Anthony's on the Pier, The family that was running Anthony's will be moving to where Bar Salida was. Compass Cafe is in going to change hands as well although to whom yet is not clear.

Woodsy

WinnisquamZ · 01-29-2024, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Woodsy

There are lots of changes going on in the Weirs....

Yes, Gringo is closing. Yes, Anthony is leasing the space. No, Anthony doesn't own the building. I am sure he will have right of first refusal once the family that owns the building decides to sell.

As for the Casino idea... I don't believe there is enough parking to support a Casino in the Weirs.

Lots of other changes as well... Ellacoya will be running the Boardwalk down by the Weirs beach sign. Dox will be taking over Anthony's on the Pier, The family that was running Anthony's will be moving to where Bar Salida was. Compass Cafe is in going to change hands as well although to whom yet is not clear.

Woodsy

Yes there are many positive changes happening at the Weirs. Agree with you on the parking issue.

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ishoot308 · 01-29-2024, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by WinnisquamZ

Yes there are many positive changes happening at the Weirs. Agree with you on the parking issue.

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I agree with positive!

Good luck to them all!!

Dan

RUGMAN · 01-29-2024, 02:56 PM

A casino is not a good idea, The Weirs is a special place ,it needs to attract tourists more than gamblers.

John Mercier · 01-29-2024, 06:28 PM

The gambling is probably something that he has investigated and it fits with the current subgroup of customers in his other businesses.

Mr. V · 01-29-2024, 07:26 PM

Charitable casinos are not worth going to as the odds on table games are worse than in REAL casinos.

I was shocked to see how bad the odds were at the craps table at the old dog track some years ago.

chachee52 · 01-29-2024, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by John Mercier

The gambling is probably something that he has investigated and it fits with the current subgroup of customers in his other businesses.

Heard that the Tower has bought it and will be reopening a new restaurant, something about an ohmage to Nothin' Fancy? Don't know much but that is the rumor that I have heard.

AC2717 · 01-31-2024, 09:18 AM

I have been waiting for years for Fun Spot to come out and announce the Bingo Hall building will be a casino.

Not saying they are, not saying they are not, and I do not have any information just saying I'm very surprised it has not happened yet

steve-on-mark · 02-12-2024, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Woodsy

There are lots of changes going on in the Weirs....

Yes, Gringo is closing. Yes, Anthony is leasing the space. No, Anthony doesn't own the building. I am sure he will have right of first refusal once the family that owns the building decides to sell.

As for the Casino idea... I don't believe there is enough parking to support a Casino in the Weirs.

Lots of other changes as well... Ellacoya will be running the Boardwalk down by the Weirs beach sign. Dox will be taking over Anthony's on the Pier, The family that was running Anthony's will be moving to where Bar Salida was. Compass Cafe is in going to change hands as well although to whom yet is not clear.

Woodsy

You might just see the Gringo move across the street into the Compass space.

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Woodsy · 02-12-2024, 07:21 PM

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You might just see the Gringo move across the street into the Compass space.

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Thats the word on the street... Not sure if it will keep the Crazy Gringo name. There was another player vying for the Compass spot as well. We will have to see what happens when the Gringo owners get back from a well-deserved vacation.

Woodsy

steve-on-mark · 02-12-2024, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Woodsy

Thats the word on the street... Not sure if it will keep the Crazy Gringo name. There was another player vying for the Compass spot as well. We will have to see what happens when the Gringo owners get back from a well-deserved vacation.

Woodsy

I hear that it's a done deal and paperwork was signed prior to that vacation.

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codeman671 · 02-12-2024, 08:47 PM

I was just told that Compass is staying for another summer, from someone that was looking to take it over.

steve-on-mark · 02-12-2024, 09:08 PM

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I was just told that Compass is staying for another summer, from someone that was looking to take it over.

Maybe we should start a pool to predict what's gonna happen there!

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codeman671 · 02-12-2024, 09:11 PM

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Maybe we should start a pool to predict what's gonna happen there!

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Mike has been talking to her, I toured it with him a month ago. He was considering it and seemed close, but it sounds like she wants to run it again this year.

JayR · 02-13-2024, 09:47 AM

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Maybe we should start a pool to predict what's gonna happen there!

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Wait, we can gamble on whether or not we will be able to gamble? This is the greatest thread in the history of the Forum !!

steve-on-mark · 02-13-2024, 10:14 AM

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Wait, we can gamble on whether or not we will be able to gamble? This is the greatest thread in the history of the Forum !!

No .. Views from the C-Nile is the greatest thread in the history of the forum. This one could potentially be the second greatest. Ladies and gentlemen...place your bets!!!

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codeman671 · 02-13-2024, 10:46 AM

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No .. Views from the C-Nile is the greatest thread in the history of the forum. This one could potentially be the second greatest. Ladies and gentlemen...place your bets!!!

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I will bet a box of your favorite boxed wine that the Gringo isn't going there

steve-on-mark · 02-13-2024, 10:51 AM

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I will bet a box of your favorite boxed wine that the Gringo isn't going there

I can only relay what I hear, but as you know cab is the wine of choice!

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Hillcountry · 02-13-2024, 01:38 PM

Had some BIKE WEEK good times years ago at Nuttin’ Fancy/Crazy Gringo! 😊

steve-on-mark · 03-09-2024, 11:10 AM

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I will bet a box of your favorite boxed wine that the Gringo isn't going there

I like Cabernet....just sayin'....stay tuned!

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Mr. V · 03-09-2024, 02:00 PM

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I like Cabernet....just sayin'....stay tuned!

So...does this mean you accept the bet?

steve-on-mark · 03-09-2024, 08:03 PM

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So...does this mean you accept the bet?

I already know the outcome...the wine is mine!

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codeman671 · 03-09-2024, 08:19 PM

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I already know the outcome...the wine is mine!

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I concede. The wine is yours.

01-28-2024, 09:42 PM	#1
WinnisquamZ Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Posts: 1,896 Thanks: 193 Thanked 595 Times in 400 Posts	Crazy Gringo is closed Just read the crazy gringo is closed. With the concord casino crook losing his license. Thinking Anthony has finally purchased the building and will get the casino license he wants. Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app

01-28-2024, 10:21 PM	#2
Mr. V Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: the left coast (Portland)and West Alton Posts: 1,326 Thanks: 61 Thanked 235 Times in 159 Posts	Huh? What's this about a casino? __________________ basking in the benign indifference of the universe

01-29-2024, 01:22 PM	#7
Woodsy Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Weirs Beach Posts: 1,949 Thanks: 80 Thanked 969 Times in 432 Posts	There are lots of changes going on in the Weirs.... Yes, Gringo is closing. Yes, Anthony is leasing the space. No, Anthony doesn't own the building. I am sure he will have right of first refusal once the family that owns the building decides to sell. As for the Casino idea... I don't believe there is enough parking to support a Casino in the Weirs. Lots of other changes as well... Ellacoya will be running the Boardwalk down by the Weirs beach sign. Dox will be taking over Anthony's on the Pier, The family that was running Anthony's will be moving to where Bar Salida was. Compass Cafe is in going to change hands as well although to whom yet is not clear. Woodsy __________________ The only way to eliminate ignorant behavior is through education. You can't fix stupid.

01-29-2024, 07:26 PM	#12
Mr. V Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: the left coast (Portland)and West Alton Posts: 1,326 Thanks: 61 Thanked 235 Times in 159 Posts	Charitable casinos are not worth going to as the odds on table games are worse than in REAL casinos. I was shocked to see how bad the odds were at the craps table at the old dog track some years ago. __________________ basking in the benign indifference of the universe

01-31-2024, 09:18 AM	#14
AC2717 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Maynard, MA & Paugus Bay Posts: 2,522 Thanks: 747 Thanked 344 Times in 257 Posts	I have been waiting for years for Fun Spot to come out and announce the Bingo Hall building will be a casino. Not saying they are, not saying they are not, and I do not have any information just saying I'm very surprised it has not happened yet __________________ Capt. of the "No Worries" Last edited by AC2717; 02-12-2024 at 02:58 PM.

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01-29-2024, 08:30 AM	#3
RUGMAN Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: weirs beach, Posts: 281 Thanks: 37 Thanked 39 Times in 32 Posts	Read the 1-5-24 Laconia Daily news,

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John Mercier Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Posts: 2,983 Thanks: 2 Thanked 529 Times in 435 Posts	Did the issue have anything to do with Sanborn. I thought Laconia was unsure of whether it met zoning. I believe that Laconia found that it does meet zoning and they just have to wait out the licensing process and the background checks.

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RUGMAN Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: weirs beach, Posts: 281 Thanks: 37 Thanked 39 Times in 32 Posts	A casino is not a good idea, The Weirs is a special place ,it needs to attract tourists more than gamblers.

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John Mercier Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Posts: 2,983 Thanks: 2 Thanked 529 Times in 435 Posts	The gambling is probably something that he has investigated and it fits with the current subgroup of customers in his other businesses.

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codeman671 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 3,360 Thanks: 210 Thanked 764 Times in 448 Posts	I was just told that Compass is staying for another summer, from someone that was looking to take it over.

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