SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Destiny USA says Regal Cinemas is set for $15 million remodel that will update the entire facility, and at the same time, the Margaritaville restaurant/bar will be closing with its lease expiration. Both were part of a Wednesday announcement outlining what Destiny USA is expecting in the year ahead. It describes itself […]
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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Destiny USA says Regal Cinemas is set for $15 million remodel that will update the entire facility, and at the same time, the Margaritaville restaurant/bar will be closing with its lease expiration.
Both were part of a Wednesday announcement outlining what Destiny USA is expecting in the year ahead. It describes itself as New York state’s largest shopping, dining, and entertainment destination.
Destiny USA called Margaritaville “a treasured part” of the mall’s offerings during the past 10 years, and its upcoming departure is “part of the normal course of business.”
“This is a common occurrence in our business, unfortunately sometimes tenants close. The good news is we are continually adding new tenants to the center and are always enhancing our tenant mix,” Stephen Congel, CEO of Pyramid Management Group, said in the Destiny USA announcement. “Destiny USA continues to perform exceptionally well, thanks to our unique combination of retail, dining, and entertainment. We are in the process of bringing in exciting new tenants and are very optimistic about the future.”
Destiny USA cited Margaritaville as being among a few long-term leases that will conclude in early 2025, but it didn’t name the other affected tenants.
New tenants
Besides the Regal Cinemas project, Destiny USA announced several new additions that it believes will enhance its shopping, dining, and entertainment offerings.
They include Barnes & Noble, which opened in 2024; American Eagle, which renewed its lease for seven years with a store remodel coming soon; and Victoria’s Secret, which also recently renewed its lease for five years with a store remodel, which is currently underway.
The offerings also include Indoor Pickleball, a 40,000-square-foot facility that will be under construction later this spring; Virtual Reality Concept, a 14,000-square-foot venue that will be under construction in early spring; and Charcoal Grill and Modern Buffet, which is a new buffet restaurant that is coming to the mall’s Canyon area.
In addition, JD Sports, which is known for its innovative athletic footwear and apparel, will hold a grand opening on Saturday morning, beginning at 10 a.m.
“Destiny USA continues to thrive with a vibrant mix of retail, dining, and entertainment options,” Michael Gately, general manager at Destiny USA, contended in the announcement. “We are excited about the new tenants joining our center in 2025 and remain committed to providing exceptional experiences for all our guests.”