The Balboa Village Market was torn down yesterday to make room for a parking lot. Set in the middle of one of my favorite places in Orange County--The Balboa Peninsula --it was a beautiful old building with these great murals on the side and back.
So sad. It reminds me of when they leveled The Golden Bear back in 1986. I hate to see these pieces of our history go away for parking lots, chain restaurants and condos. It's just so shortsighted. I'm glad at least have these photos.
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To make room for a PARKING LOT?
Posted by: Susan M | 10/14/2010 at 11:21 AM
I know, right? So sad...
Posted by: Suz | 10/14/2010 at 01:49 PM
I am so sad to hear this. I love the vintage market signs, and of course, the murals.
Posted by: Laurie | 10/14/2010 at 06:29 PM
Oh, that's SAD. My husband is from Irvine and we were just there last week visiting family. We went to Ruby's on the pier on Sunday night and we drove right past this mural. I made a mental note to stop by and take pictures of it on our next visit... and tonight I learn it's been torn down?! That's terrible. And for a parking lot... major bummer. :(
Posted by: angie | 10/14/2010 at 08:28 PM
Thanks for the pictures, Suz! I was the one who asked on Fast Food Maven's Facebook page.
Posted by: Kyle Hojem | 10/16/2010 at 11:46 PM
You're welcome, Kyle. I'm just thankful I have them.
Posted by: Suz | 10/22/2010 at 02:01 PM