Prepare to be entertained, amused or athletic at SouthPark Mall. And we don’t just mean lacing up a pair of shoes and walking a few laps past all the stores. (Although, that is something you can do, too.) As part of the mall’s redevelopment and the city’s expansion of the area’s zoning code to allow more types of activities, DICK’S House of Sport is scheduled to open this year.
This highly anticipated, 120,000-square-foot store includes a huge inventory of products, of course, but also a climbing wall, multiple golf bays with Trackman simulators and multi-sport cages. An outdoor field may be used for testing products, clinics, open play and leagues.
Brent Painter, Strongsville economic development director, identified DICK’S House of Sport as a $30-million investment that will become a destination shopping spot and an athletic/entertainment center for northeast Ohio.
Of course, all that physical activity and checking out the magnificent array of stores would make anyone hungry. Joining the existing eateries at the mall is Kyuramen, a global Japanese ramen restaurant. No, these are not the same noodles you made in your college dorm room. Think miso ramen, Japanese curry ramen or Korean kimchi ramen, as well as many others. A fascinating interior reminiscent of a traditional Japanese restaurant district and complete with a decorative wishing tree to pin your desires or secrets makes the dining experience special.
For favorite and exotic treat flavors, visit Milano Dolce Ice Cream, now open. Boot Barn, also now open, offers men’s, women’s and children’s apparel with specialty lines for weddings and concerts. Also scheduled to open this year is DTLR with its street-inspired footwear, apparel and accessories.
SouthPark Mall’s 1,600,000 square feet is leased and managed by Spinoso Real Estate Group. SouthPark Mall, 500 Southpark Center, Strongsville 44136; 440-238-9199; shoppingsouthparkmall.com
