Finlays

[Jon Fu]

Finlays seems to be boarded up:


IMG_6152 by InsideUniversal.net, on Flickr

 

[Alexshow.]

If this becomes the Upper lot starbucks, i'll be fine.

 

[Jon Fu]

That's not what we're hearing. International Cafe is more likely to become a Starbucks than Finlays by my estimation.

 

[Ryan]

Poor Finlays.

Originally it was destined to be a Starbucks express location, and then the rumor went around that Starbucks pulled out since they demanded Universal give them an actual venue. The building was already being built so it was made into a snack stand... painted like a Starbucks. So they repainted it and now it's boarded up.

Poor Finlays.

 

[William]

Very odd. I really hope this doesn't just sit around like the WWW Stunt Show did for awhile. The fact that all the windows have been boarded up and painted over is not a good sign.

 

[Allen The Actor]

I hate the name Finlay's. So random. I'd make it a snack location that can serve "unique" treats, not just generic theme park snacks. Or I'd make it a Mel's Diner Express. Paint it in a retro red and chrome color scheme, and serve some quick snacks like fries and chicken tenders and other fried snacks or...idk. Just something with a better theme and purpose than Finlay's....

Something very "Hollywood" or "Golden Age of Hollywood" or something "cinematic" themed would be cool, since it's close to Universal Plaza.

Or better yet, theme it something British! (No, not Potter). Since it's literally right next to the British themed street, they should theme it to something British and quick. Mr. Bean's Twisted Treats? Idk

 

[William]

If that little Starbucks story is true, then USH really screwed itself over. I guess they don't do well with last minute changes. Random name, atrocious color scheme.. C'mon, now!

 

[Ryan]

If that little Starbucks story is true, then USH really screwed itself over. I guess they don't do well with last minute changes. Random name, atrocious color scheme.. C'mon, now!

Well, Universal seems to finally be getting a Starbucks so that's all good. Now it's the matter of what to do with that stand.

 

[William]

Well, Universal seems to finally be getting a Starbucks so that's all good. Now it's the matter of what to do with that stand.

Exactly. I'd hate to see them get rid of it, they should at least put some use to it.

 

[transfo]

Exactly. I'd hate to see them get rid of it, they should at least put some use to it.

Energon station V2! No.. OK.

 

[ItsAtrap]

I'm thinking Cinnabon.

 

[William]

I'm thinking Cinnabon.

Hm. Didn't even think about that. It'd be smart to make it some sort of popular, miniature venue. Guests are gonna get tired of chicken and burgers.

 

[Freak]

Cinnabon or another popular chain would be nice. Cinnabon preferably since that left the park.

Hey, how about a turkey leg and chimichanga stand? Universal could use some good deep-fried burritos.

 

[Ryan]

I totally forgot Cinnabon is gone now.

I vividly recall food service attendants loved working there because they'd do next to nothing all day haha.

 

[William]

Finlay's sold turkey legs for a small period of time, until they were relocated to Mel's Diner.

Some sort of exclusive specialty food would be much appreciated!

 

[Freak]

How about a stand that sells cinnamon rolls, chimichangas, and turkey legs? It's something unique that I would enjoy.

 

[Ryan]

Oh god that sounds like a combination that would send me straight to the bathroom my entire stay.

 

[Chris]

Rumor has Finlay's will become a new Cinnabon location replacing the old location which was demolished with Doc Brown's Chicken.

 

[Allen The Actor]

I'd love a new in park Cinnabon location. That'd be fantastic!

 

[William]

Though I sadly don't have a photo to post at the moment, Finlay's newest burgundy color scheme actually blends in really well when looking at it from the Minion Way and Baker Street intersection. Third time's the charm, eh?

If we have another Cinnabon, I'll be a happy camper. I have an unhealthy addiction to Cinnabon's cinnamon rolls.