“I believe Ford’s Garage will be a great fit along the Golden Corridor,” Calandrino said. “The automotive theme will be appreciated by residents of Utica and our neighboring cities.

The first Virginia location of Ford's Garage, a 1920s gas station and car-themed restaurant chain, is now open in Short Pump.

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