Two new businesses opening at University Square

Milhaus Development, LLC announces two additional businesses have signed leases to open at University Square in Muncie, Indiana. Cleo’s is the second endeavor for Chris Ellison, owner of Silo Bar and Restaurant in downtown Muncie. Also cardinal cupcakes and coneys will bring a new concept to the market.

University Square, purchased by Milhaus in May 2011, is a shopping center in the heart of the village near Ball State University’s campus. Construction has already begun on Cleo’s in the 3,350 square foot space at the corner of Martin Street and University Avenue. The bar and restaurant plans to open in December.

Melissa Bucur, a BSU alumna, will open cardinal cupcakes & coneys in 1,530 square feet on Martin Street later this fall. The restaurant will feature cupcakes, coneys, hot dogs, nachos, and New England coffee. “I am excited to see The Village get back to what I remember it as when I was a student on the BSU campus,” said Bucur. “Milhaus is doing an amazing job to restore University Square back to a great place for students and the community.”

Together they join Dill Street Bar and Grill and Oh Fusion Sushi, which also recently signed leases to remain at University Square.

“What makes the Village so attractive to businesses are the thousands of customers that live within walking distance,” said David Leazenby, Principal, Milhaus Development. “We believe the Village can become a model of campus area shopping districts in the nation. University Square is only one piece of the puzzle, and it is proving to be an attractive location for business.”

For information on other spaces available at University Square, please contact Gregg Donaldson, Milhaus Realty, at gregg.donaldson@milhausrealty.com or check out the listings here.