ALEXANDRIA, VA-Last December The Zebra reported that Shake Shack will open in Alexandria. Earlier today (June 23), it was revealed that the popular burger chain will be located at the former site of Burke and Herbert Bank (621 King St.). It is scheduled to open sometime this year, ALXNow first reported.
Shake Shack is currently seeking approval for new signage. This request must be approved by the Board of Architectural Review. As part of its application, the restaurant included a rendering of the proposed exterior. The BAR will make a decision during its meeting on July 2.
The application provides the following details:
- 14″ “SHAKE SHACK”, painted aluminum channel letters, white acrylic faces, internally illuminated with white LEDs mounted to pan panel
- 1′-6″ x 3′-0″ double faced blade sign with routed out graphics with white acrylic and vinyl pushed thru openings, internally illuminated with white LEDs
- 18″ burger logo, painted acrylic logo with clear push-thru faces and vinyl overlays, internally illuminated with white LEDs, plate mounted suspended with 1″ square tube supports
- Door vinyls
The restaurant will operate on the ground floor of the building, which dates to 1906. There is more than 6,100 square feet of space inside. This location will be Shake Shack’s first in Alexandria.
SEE ALSO: Community Food Drive Next Month
