What Should Fill the 302 West Building?

The former State Bank of Geneva buidling at the southwest corner of West State Street and Third Street has had a number of uses in its time.

Of course, the stately building was a bank. But it was also the very popular 302 West restaurant and more recently was Tuscana Italian restaurant.

The 7,500-square-foot building is asking $8,500 a month for a lease arrangement, and the primary use suggested is for a restaurant, although other retail would be considered, too, according to LoopNet. Previously, the building was for sale with an asking price of about $1.9 million back in June 2011.

The building has been vacant for about five years.

Most recently, some interest has been shown by , who has talked about a bar-and-grill restaurant and entertainment venue.

Would a nightclub or dance club be a good use for the downtown building? Is a restuarant the best fit? Could it be converted to some other public or private use?

Open your imagination. Give us your opinion. What would you like to see as the next tenant for the 302 West building?