American Pickers star Mike Wolfe adds antiques outside of Tennessee restaurant as eatery 'still hasn't opened' | 6470B42 | 2024-05-04 13:08:02
MIKE Wolfe has shown off his latest updates to a new personal project.
The American Pickers star shared many photos on his Instagram Stories on Thursday.
In his posts, Mike, 59, was at his new soon-to-be restaurant in Columbia, Tennessee.
While it's not yet open, an insider previously shared, "It's going to be a restaurant. They are going to sell pizza, soda, that kind of stuff.
"Construction workers are building a stage for karaoke, a fire pit, and a pergola in front of the building."
At present, however, the location remains closed, and Mike revealed the exterior of the 976-square-foot building.
Mike showed off restored Esso gas pumps, with their red and white color scheme matching the building behind them.
The star even captured his dog, Francie, looking over the shiny restored antiques, with the venue looking ready to welcome customers any time soon.
CLOSED FOR BUSINESS
While Mike's putting the finishing touches on his new project, he hasn't opened the doors.
Despite the major work he's had done on the property, the restaurant still isn't in action.
The U.S. Sun reported that Mike bought the space for $600,000 back in September 15, 2022.
The building dates back to 1953, and Mike finished his own construction efforts months ago in November 2023.
<!-- End of Brightcove Player --> Prior to Mike's purchase, the venue functioned as a wine bar, and is now used as outdoor seating for a restaurant next door.
Mike's decision not to open the business seems to have caused some confusion among locals in the area.
"It used to be a vintage wine bar and lounge. They closed that down and Mike Wolfe bought it and built that.
"It's just sitting there. I don't know what they're doing with it," one local shared to The U.S. Sun.
<p class="article__content--intro"> American Pickers has had a few cast changes, but the current season sees Mike Wolfe, Robbie Wolfe, Jon Szalay, and Danielle Colby scouring the nation for rare antique finds. </p> </div> </div> FAN FURY
Although Mike has his hands full with projects away from the show, American Pickers fans have been busy airing complaints.
Recently, American Pickers had an abrupt schedule change, and many loyal fans were shocked by the move.
In the change, the show switched up its programming from its usual Wednesday slot to Thursday.
On social media, devotees of the show claimed that they wouldn't be able to tune in any longer.
"Nope, the show really sucks now. Jesus. Can't find it when I really want to," one person said.
"I was so bummed out. I take Wednesday off to watch American Pickers on The History Channel but they moved them to Thursday," raged a second.
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