Neighborhood-wide efforts to save a San Jose restaurant have been quashed in favor of a new fast-food eatery.
Planning Director Christopher Burton on Wednesday approved a Chick-fil-A at 255 Race St. off West San Carlos Street because the location is considered underused — despite a longstanding family restaurant operating at the site. Residents and housing advocates said the project is inconsistent with the West San Carlos Urban Village Plan, and criticized the displacement of Taqueria Eduardo.
“The project creates a covered patio on the street corner, a low barrier gathering space which can contribute to vibrancy in the area, supporting the community pride of place, vision element and incorporates mid-century design elements,” San Jose Project Manager Jason Lee said at the Planning Director’s Hearing…