On an almost day basis, I lament the loss of Best Foods. They had the very best fresh fish and though it was polished and pretty the employees were hard working and nice and the prices were ideal. I just don't know how the elderly manage without it. I just knew when the landlord wouldn't negotiate proper terms that it would sit and sit in the dark. I don't know how I feel exactly about the new concept for the space but it will be nice to have some life in there again. — TG on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

Completely agree with Luis, split it up and provide a different food type. Oh how I miss the margarites of RED or the salads at Cubana. — Adam on 10 Corso Como restaurant closed … for now?

Jim, You're spot on. However, there's another side to this story. Does appear that eliminating the formerly "affordable" commercial tenants, could be viewed as IDP Tenants getting "choked out" of the hood. The Loft law crowd ain't gonna like it... — MattieNYC on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

My son went to 52 chambers for preschool a few years ago and I would see the man with the sign anytime I did morning dropoff. I've always wondered why/what he was trying to do and now I wish I would have stopped and at least have had a conversation with him. Sounds like a solid individual trying to help improve society with no ulterior motives, which these days is like seeing a unicorn. — lowphat on The Don Quixote of Chambers Street

It is a shame that this neighborhood has become a “food dessert” in terms of general brands of food you could find in a Best Market or Food Emporium. For those who can’t afford Whole Foods or want a product they don’t sell, if Target doesn’t have it, you have to shop in a different neighborhood or are forced to buy online. I don’t have any issues with Cocoon as a concept, but this neighborhood needs a good old fashioned grocery store — Madelyn Wils on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

It’s amazing (and cause of suspicion) that it has taken so long for a remodel of a relatively small public park. Skyscrapers take less. What is really going on? — Frank E. on Nosy Neighbor: What’s the latest on Bogardus Garden?

What about a Trader Joe? That would be so much better!! If for in fact they do have an event space I hope they can do something about all the dog poop in front and surrounding that are. BTW this is a 25 year Tribeca Resident commenting! — Sandra on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

Seems like these people in charge are the real story: “ The 13-member board will be chaired by Dennis Mehiel, former Chairman of the Battery Park City Authority (2012-2018), and the Chairman of US Corrugated, which he founded in 1966. ... John Catsimatidis, Owner, president, chairman, and CEO of the Red Apple Group and Vice Chair of the Archdiocesan Council;” — IR on In the News: Construction back on at St. Nicholas Church

Jim Smithers, Bring your hostile remarks somewhere else, grow-up. I stand with Diane, we need a supermarket. Jim,take your anger out else where. There is no need for your unprofessional comments. Diane has fought for IPN tenants/Tribeca people for years!! What have you done!!! — KIM B on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

I am sorry I missed the notice on this. IPN residents told Stellar Management/ partner of commercial Corp. Vernado many times we need a super market in that space. They ignored our voices and are attempting to push the Cacoon Club in. — Maureen on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

I flew to new york specifically to eat in this revered establishment. This is beyond devastating....dark times indeed. Is there anything we can do? Shall we start a gofundme or kickstarter so i can get my tender kicks again? — The colonel on Dirty Bird To Go on Chambers is closed

Same could be said of a building resident renter. — Liz on First Sonder, then an armed robbery at 20 Broad

Would love a gym too two cents. — Jennifer on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

Mouth is agape. $80m- — Bynorthemore on In the News: Construction back on at St. Nicholas Church

A community space for families founded by long-time residents in the neighborhood?!!!! I am horrified at this news. We NEED A SUPERMARKET – A REAL COMPLETE SUPERMARKET!!! — Jim Smithers on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

See the updated post. — Tribeca Citizen on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

UPDATE: I was just informed that Cocoon is similar in business model to https://thewonder.us/ A family center. Not a party club. They still are asking for a wine and beer license..... Just wanted to update you, because of comments I made regarding what I thought they were. In any case, the tenants at IP and residents we speak to in Tribeca have expressed a desire for a supermarket to move into the space again. Originally, IP tenants had to go to the city to help whomever would eventually move into that space acquire a UDAG loan. It was raw space and a lot of money was needed That eventually became the Food Emporium. (FE went bankrupt and though some of the stores were bought over and the name kept, most went out. Best Market was a temporary experiment by the company.) Why not just keep it going? People above profit once in a while would be a great thing. An amenity for the high rents would be the decent thing to do. Thanks for listening. — Diane Lapson on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

The food at 10 Corso Como was quite good and I hope they reopen in the Spring, but the space itself is far too large. I think they would succeed with a smaller footprint. Maybe the space they give up could be used by another restaurant with a different cuisine. — Luis Vazquez (FiDi Fan Page) on 10 Corso Como restaurant closed … for now?

Almost criminal that this size of a building is $80M. — DB on In the News: Construction back on at St. Nicholas Church

Frankly was hoping for an affordable gym. I, for one, will never use a "party space" there. Too many great, local bars and restaurants that can be rented out if need be. — My two cents worth on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

It's gonna look nice when it's done. Kudos on the construction not being intrusive in terms of pedestrian navigation. — AJ on Nosy Neighbor: What’s the latest on Bogardus Garden?

Personally, I prefer the TriBeCa of the late '70s when I moved here. There were no grocery stores, no corner delis, no nannies hogging the entire sidewalk with double-wide strollers and only a few restaurants. What there was was a close-knit art community and a rare serenity for an urban neighborhood. Oh well...at least I'll make a small fortune when I sell my loft. — Makes You Go "Hmm-m-m" on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

Diane, Please note: there are groceries available in the area. "...circa 1975. We had to stand in the street and get thousands of signatures to push the city to help push the landlord to rent out any of the commercial spaces which were always empty." So nothing has changed? Except, again, there are groceries available in the area. And booze & clothing for the children!!! — Jim Smithers on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

Thank you TRIBECA CITIZEN for posting in the first place and all your updates. Much appreciated. To those who feel the need to write "Oh no, Mr. Bill," comments, thinking they are ready for Saturday Night Live, please note: By all means, audition. Some of your comments made me laugh out loud as well as those in my office. Good job entertaining us with your quick wit. Though showing a sign of social awkwardness and lack of ability to control certain emotional conditions, when others are seriously compassionate and protective over a neighborhood that took decades to develop - and appreciate the amenities we used to have and would like back -- evidently you do not need groceries for your families. Party on court jesters. — diane lapson on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space

Thanks for the correct, James. I still do think we need a supermarket, though. In any case I'm hoping many people can show up on short notice to CB1 Wednesday to discuss. — Diane Lapson on UPDATE: A new kind of “Cocoon” coming to Best Market space