During this period, several of the mobile homes were condemned due to age and other tenants had to be relocated. Chet used this time to beginng the design of a new Hotel Resort. Chet immediately drove to Topock to discuss the developer’s plans for the Marina. Determined to make lemonade out of lemons, he started putting together a team to help him run all facets of the business, Restaurant, Bar, Retail Store, Gasoline and Mobile Home Park. In 2010, with construction permits acquired and financing in place, the old Topock Marina was demolished after 50 years as a tradition on the River. 14999 Historic Route 66, Topock, AZ 86436-1257. We’ve got the room, drinks, and food to accommodate any party of any size. Send us a message and get the ball rolling. 14999 Historic Rte 66, Topock, AZ 86436. Le traversate del fiume Colorado a Topock, incluso l'Old Trails Arch Bridge, sono anche protagoniste nei titoli di testa del film Easy Rider.
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Obviously, this was bad news for Chet and the rest of the folks living in the Park. Come make some memories with us and get your Kicks on Route 66!In 2004, Chet Hitt received a phone call that the Topock Marina where his family had their vacation home had been sold to a developer. Many of you have been coming here for years, and we are happy that we have been able to bring the Topock tradition back to the River. After the project had been cleared by Mohave County Building & Safety, Arizona Fish & Game and the Army Corps of Engineers, FEMA determined that a portion of the project fell within a federally recognized flood plain.
During this period, several of the mobile homes were condemned due to age and other tenants had to be relocated. When he asked the new buyer for a long term lease, he was told that the Park was to be demolished to make way for a Private Marina and Condominium Complex. “Didn’t you #%$&ing hear me?” he was told, “I’m #%$&ing kicking all of you out and tearing the place down and I’m moving into your house!”Chet next went to the Owner of the Marina and told him “If this guy can’t close escrow in 30 days, I’ll buy the place myself.” To his surprise, the deal with the development company fell through, and Chet found himself stuck with a Marina and Restaurant, a business he knew nothing about.
The history of Topock Marina is such that the moment the doors opened, everyone on The River (it seemed) came to check out the new place. Topock66 is just as known for its New York Steak as it is for its smoked meats, swim up bar and pool stage. of Transporation, the Local Fire Department and the Contractor’s License Board kept Chet and the crew on their toes and ensured that Chet got to know the Inspectors quite well. Anonymous calls to OSHA, Mohave County Building & Safety, Arizona Dept. Topock66 Colorado River - 14999 Historic Route 66, Topock, AZ 86436 - Rated 4.8 based on 125 Reviews "Great food, Great service.
Never one to give up in the face of adversity, Chet essentially began his project over from scratch. If you have any questions or comments we would love to hear them. We sat outdoor near the bar due to having our 2 dogs with us. In 2010, with construction permits acquired and financing in place, the old Topock Marina was demolished after 50 years as a tradition on the River. Please check with the restaurant directly.
Many of you have been coming here for years, and we are happy that we have been able to bring the Topock tradition back to the River.
You can usually find Chet Hitt on the property, but if not, any member of our staff would love to talk to you. . Delivery & Pickup Options - 240 reviews of Topock 66 "Decided to go here to eat after a long day at the sand bar. The next morning Chet saw the Developer in the Restaurant, and again asked for a long term lease. The very young and inexperienced staff performed gallantly and learned from every mistake and customer comment.
Of course, a project of this size is not without challenges and Topock66 had its fair share. In 2008 Chet determined that the old Restaurant and Bar was sliding into the river and began the two- year permit process with the Army Corps of Engineers for a new Seawall and River Walk. Of course, you can always find us on Facebook, Yelp, TripAdvisor or on our website at www.topock66.com.