St. John’s council has renewed what’s become a popular summer attraction in one of the city’s most historic hideaways.
The Wharf at Quidi Vidi, in the heart of The Gut, was approved for another two years during yesterday’s council meeting.
It consists of five food trucks, an ice cream shop, a kiosk for food and beer, a tent, picnic tables and bathrooms.
And while the setup has been drawing tourists by the droves, some locals have been put off by the added traffic and parking woes.
Council noted operators Long Harbour Holdings continue to work with residents on solutions to those problems.
Meanwhile, Mayor Danny Breen dreams of the day when regular traffic is no longer allowed down there.
“Perhaps some accessible parking spaces and taxi drop-off zones,” he said. “But it’s truly a beautiful place; it’s one of the gems of the city, and I think that move would just make it that much better for everybody.”
The Wharf at Quidi Vidi will operate seven days a week from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. for the food trucks and tent, and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. for the ice-cream shop, from May to September this year and next.
