Track 15, the highly anticipated food hall from the Marsella family, is pleased to announce the final two additions to its merchant lineup: Little Chaska and Tolia. They will join Dune Brothers, Dolores, There There, Giusto PVD, and Mother Pizzeria PVD to offer a variety of fare, from burgers and seafood to  Mexican, Middle Eastern, Indian, and Italian, at Track 15 when the food hall opens in February 2025.

Little Chaska, from Sanjiv and Vandana Dhar of Kabob and Curry Rasoi in Pawtucket, Rasa in East Greenwich, and Chaska in Cranston’s Garden City Center, will showcase some of the unique recipes that have made their restaurant group a favorite for diverse flavors and spices since 1990.

Tolia, a new concept from Turkish native Alp Gumuscu, formerly the executive chef at Yagi Noodles in Newport, will bring a taste of the region of Anatolia to Track 15. Anatolia surrounds Turkey, Greece and other parts of the Middle East and its cuisine is deeply rooted in ancient ingredients, spices, and history. Chef Alp and his team will bring his story and culture to life with thoughtful food and cared-for ingredients.

“We are excited to welcome the Dhars and Alp Gumuscu to the Track 15 family,” said Christopher J. Marsella, President, Marsella Development Corporation. “They are the final pieces to this culinary puzzle we’ve been putting together, and we look forward to showcasing their exceptional talent.”

Built in 1898, the original Union Station consisted of 14 intercity rail lines and operated until 1986, when the smaller Amtrak station was built. The name Track 15 is a nod to Union Station’s earliest days as the hub of southeastern New England’s transportation network, supporting the machinery, textile, and jewelry industries that fueled the growth and future of Providence.

Image Courtesy of: Marsella Development Corp.

Marsella Development Corporation and the Marsella family, longstanding visionaries in the City of Providence, partnered with acclaimed Convivium Hospitality Group to redevelop the historically important space and deliver a diverse, inclusive, and approachable hospitality experience that reflects the many cultural influences in Rhode Island.

“Building this food hall has been a labor of love for all of us,” continued Marsella.  “Despite the challenges of renovating a historic building, our team is making progress every day, and we can’t wait to open our doors to a truly unique experience that is unlike anything in Rhode Island.”

The overall development of the 18,000 square foot represents a $25 million investment in the restoration of the historic building which, when completed, will include a large central bar, a new home for seven Rhode Island-based restaurateurs, indoor and outdoor seating for approximately 600 patrons, an entertainment venue, and a 10,000 square foot plaza which will provide outdoor seating and a home for special events.

Rhode Island-based Vision 3 is the architect and Boston-based CM&B is the construction management firm, bringing to the project a wealth of experience in building food halls around the U.S.

Renderings courtesy of VISION 3 ARCHITECTS & NEOSCAPE can be found here.

About Marsella Development Corporation:

Marsella Development Corporation has been a pioneer in the redevelopment of Providence and beyond for more than four decades. Founded by Romolo Marsella in 1979, the firm has implemented some of the city and state’s marquis public/private ventures as Capital Center, Providence Performing Arts Center and Promenade Center in Providence and the Gateway Center in Newport and such private developments as the rehabilitation of five building Union Station Complex and the development of One Citizens Plaza and the Marriott Courtyard Hotel in Providence.

Since taking the lead in 2008, Christopher Marsella has continued to grow the company’s development arm while establishing a full-service property management firm managing over two million square-feet of commercial real estate across Rhode Island in addition to a construction services arm providing quality historic renovations and new construction management to both commercial and luxury residential projects.  For more information, visit www.marsellaproperties.com.