bwj Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 The Tipsy Clover is a new little pub on the other side of the Thirsty Cactus. Pretty cool vibe - clean, with a masculine lounge feel. The staff and owner have been super friendly the couple of times I've stopped by. It is @ Mcilhenny and Bagby. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
editor Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 That's right near Spec's isn't it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwj Posted January 12, 2006 Author Share Posted January 12, 2006 Yeah, the Cactus faces the back side of Specs on Brazos and the Clover is next door towards Bagby, but it faces Mcilhenney. They have a pretty cool little patio with a waterwall on the Bagby side. I actually went in the day it opened after dinner next door and just hit it again for happy hour the other day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bacchus Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 I'm wondering how the bar will fare at that location. It's in the old Copa Room building, which is directly behind the Red Door. I always envisioned that complex to be more 'nightlife' as opposed to happy hour/relaxed bar, but we'll see how it does. I've always considered that area a bit more dressy/late night/stylish as opposed to a pub. Maybe because it doesn't have great visibility. There is empty space behind the Tipsy Clover that would make an excellent location for a third bar in that complex. I forgot the name of the restaurant in between Tipsy Clover and Red Door (used to be Casa Manhattan), but they don't do much of a business from what I've seen. The Tipsy Clover's front door actually faces the backdoor of the Doghouse Tavern, which I believe to be a very similar bar -- atleast in terms of clientele. There is no question that that area is the hot spot right now for Midtown nightlife -- and has been for a few years. The Red Door has baffled everyone as to how they have managed to stay so hot for so long. Pub Fiction, Hue, and some smaller places (Light Houston, Bond, Escobar, Licor Lounge) have put a little pressure on them, but not much. With a big apartment complex going in at 300 McGowan, as well as The Edge and anything Camden finally builds, the influx of new residents will only improve their business. It's definitely a good time to be a single bar-goer in Midtown these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crash Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 I'm wondering how the bar will fare at that location. It's in the old Copa Room building, which is directly behind the Red Door. I always envisioned that complex to be more 'nightlife' as opposed to happy hour/relaxed bar, but we'll see how it does. I've always considered that area a bit more dressy/late night/stylish as opposed to a pub. Maybe because it doesn't have great visibility. There is empty space behind the Tipsy Clover that would make an excellent location for a third bar in that complex. I forgot the name of the restaurant in between Tipsy Clover and Red Door (used to be Casa Manhattan), but they don't do much of a business from what I've seen. The Tipsy Clover's front door actually faces the backdoor of the Doghouse Tavern, which I believe to be a very similar bar -- atleast in terms of clientele. There is no question that that area is the hot spot right now for Midtown nightlife -- and has been for a few years. The Red Door has baffled everyone as to how they have managed to stay so hot for so long. Pub Fiction, Hue, and some smaller places (Light Houston, Bond, Escobar, Licor Lounge) have put a little pressure on them, but not much. With a big apartment complex going in at 300 McGowan, as well as The Edge and anything Camden finally builds, the influx of new residents will only improve their business. It's definitely a good time to be a single bar-goer in Midtown these days.Casa Manhattan is now called the Thirsty Cactus Cantina. I'm really not sure what name is worse - the former Casa Manhattan (when I think of Tex - Mex, New York City is certainly the first place that comes to mind) or Tipsy Clover. The only positive side to the name Tipsy Clover is I don't think anyone will mispronounce it, unlike another Irish themed bar downtown called Slainte. It's amusing how many people pronounce it "Slanty". Real pronounciation sounds more like "SLAWN CHA" (would almost rhyme with lawn chair). It Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToolMan Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 I like the Tipsy Clover. My only compaint is the jukebax is i little loud, but you can always sit on the huge patio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Htowngirl Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 Apparently El Patio is replacing Thirsty Cactus....Saw this on gochgazette.com:Club No Minor Coming to MidtownWord on the street....The Thirsty Cactus in Midtown is becoming Club No Minor/El Patio.. Thirsty Cactus will soon be Club No Minor/El Patio. It should open up March 1st.There's one on Richmond. I've never been. But I know it's been there a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidtownCoog Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 Club No Minor was the place to be mid 90s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwj Posted February 10, 2006 Author Share Posted February 10, 2006 Wild. I went down to the Cactus to grab some fish tacos and a rita the other night and noticed it was closed. Stopped by the Tispy Clover again and had a few pints. Found the staff extremely friendly (introduced themselves, a handshake as I was leaving) and once again and enjoyed myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToolMan Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 El Patio's Club No Minor was great, and apparently still is good. I remember you had to watch out for the blue margaritas. That would be great for Midtown if they could bring that exact atmosphere to the Thirsty Cactus location.Speaking of Mexican food...downtowns La Tapatia closed (Milam & Congress). That was the only decent Mexican food place downtown. They were open after hours as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTexas Posted December 27, 2007 Share Posted December 27, 2007 Does anyone have a review/opinion of the new "Open City" Bistro/Bar on Brazos? Driving by, looks cool on the inside and possible fantastic view on rooftop. Would love to know about the food/atmosphere/prices.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted December 27, 2007 Share Posted December 27, 2007 Never been inside, but from what I've seen they've been very popular. I'm curious on how that place is doing, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTexas Posted January 15, 2008 Share Posted January 15, 2008 Does anyone know if there is a menu online? I've heard very little about the food.Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted January 15, 2008 Share Posted January 15, 2008 Does anyone know if there is a menu online? I've heard very little about the food.ThanksOpen City Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToolMan Posted January 15, 2008 Share Posted January 15, 2008 I stopped by last Friday and they said haven't had an official opening yet. It wasn't crowded and yes, the skyline view is great.The place will be good as long as they don't start with the shiny shirt dress code. I hope they keep it casual, at least for the upstairs area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicman Posted January 15, 2008 Share Posted January 15, 2008 Open City i like how they claim rum and lime juice is a martini. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rci2145 Posted January 28, 2008 Share Posted January 28, 2008 I walk by Open City all the time and they aren't getting much business. I decided to eat there and it was actually very good. They serve their complimentary bread with a really good honey butter. I think the problem with this place is that they don't really have a theme to help them stand out and draw people in. It is really nice inside so hopefully it will catch on soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted January 28, 2008 Share Posted January 28, 2008 From what I seen, the location isn't the best, the locals will go to it, but the dinner crowd will generally go to the more well known Mexican place, particularly the bar crowd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestGrayGuy Posted January 28, 2008 Share Posted January 28, 2008 The hubby and I checked this place out on Friday night. It was quite empty downstairs in the restaurant portion around 7pm. The upstairs with the view seemed to be rocking. I did not go up and look. The food was great. I had the chicken fried chicken with smashed potatoes. The chicken was extra crispy and the potatoes were garlicky and yummy.The prices were a little steep I thought but in midtown this seems to be the trend.I would go back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadrunner Posted May 12, 2008 Share Posted May 12, 2008 I saw a Variance Request sign in front of El Patio and the Red Door. I'm guessing this is for the building next door. Any news we don't know about? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted May 12, 2008 Share Posted May 12, 2008 Where in Midtown is this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicman Posted May 12, 2008 Share Posted May 12, 2008 (edited) Where in Midtown is this?behind spec's Edited May 12, 2008 by musicman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidtownCoog Posted May 12, 2008 Share Posted May 12, 2008 As for downtown's purposes, the financial district would seem to be along Smith and Louisiana from the bayou to the Pierce Elevated.Or for El Patio's parking lot... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midtownuser Posted May 12, 2008 Share Posted May 12, 2008 a little off topic: the intersection of san jact and elgin (here) has an empty lot with a fence around it. the question is why would a company pay to a fence around an empty lot of just grass? it's not like there is anything to vandalize. just curious thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted May 13, 2008 Share Posted May 13, 2008 a little off topic: the intersection of san jact and elgin (here) has an empty lot with a fence around it. the question is why would a company pay to a fence around an empty lot of just grass? it's not like there is anything to vandalize. just curious thanksMaybe they don't want bums camping out there, or drug users hanging around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midtownuser Posted May 13, 2008 Share Posted May 13, 2008 Maybe they don't want bums camping out there, or drug users hanging around.seems like a waste of money to me bc they are not responsible for any illegal activity that goes on there if someone is trespassing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieEric Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Per the latest planning commission draft agenda, this variance request is for a "two story open air pre-fab metal building" for El Patio - the structure would apparently encroach a 10' setbetack on Bremond. I'm a little confused, though...didn't they already have a two story patio a while back? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLan34 Posted November 13, 2010 Share Posted November 13, 2010 Hey Guys, I saw some work going on at the old Tipsy Clover. Anybody have any details on what might be going in? There has been a lot of new bars opening up in existing buildings... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTAWACS Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 Where is this again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 Where is this again?once again; google is your friend. Here's a sample:http://www.google.com/#sclient=psy&hl=en&q=tipsy+clover+houston&aq=0&aqi=g4g-o1&aql=&oq=tipsy+&gs_rfai=&pbx=1&fp=53894057c0dc71cc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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