I'd say this shopping center is more 'errand motivated' since many options aren't too exciting to go to with a group of friends, but more with the family or to get productive.
Other shopping centers have the sole purpose of attracting the younger crowd with clothing outlets, movie theaters, or high traffic eateries like Cheesecake Factory or BJ's, which is where this one falls a bit short.
It's been over five years since they closed the bookstore next door to Best Buy, and since then, it's been lowered on my list of places to go to without a motive in mind. Majority of the shopping center is bank-based, fast food, and furniture with a large Walmart nextdoor to a Dollar Tree. Many of the other buildings are emptied from businesses being unsuccessful, and there is also a pet supply shop next door to a Ross.
The general set up is perfect to get productive, without getting side-tracked, but it isn't a shopping center to spend the day in, and outdoor seating for restaurants are rarely present.
What I do like about this area would be the Michael's and the In n Out Burger. Michael's is one of the few breaths of life in this area, since Best Buy is more attractive during holidays. Michael's has so many new crafting products seen on Pinterest and keeps up with trends, without looking like a 'dated' or 'out of touch' store.
What I like about in n out is the food, and the liveliness. Compared to other eateries, they're always packed, having their outdoor eating tables full, and a like going out the door and out the parking lot (cars wise). In n out is a timeless burger shop that delivers, and a great place to take all your friends on a Friday night after class or work.
My only word of advice for this shopping center would be to get a few more popular stores and a bobba shop to liven up the area. The amount of furniture stores and banks, makes it feel too 'adult' errand like, and not so much a fun 'escape to leisure' place to be. read more