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It looks like that particular structure was formerly Relish Fine Foods. IIRC it was at one time a florists shop but I'm not certain of that.
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Yes it was. Also, I could believe some of wait staff was there from day one until the last day. βΊοΈ That said, service was always prompt, efficient, and friendly. Plus, the spaghetti and garlic bread had me coming back for years.
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No, Doyle's didn't have that Cosa Nostra vibe but it was a great place to have lunch with my "cronies" and we were in the construction trades too. π Mandola's on Leeland also doesn't have that "vibe" but damn is their Italian sausage wonderful!
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My house is just south of 1604 off of O'Connor. The exit for O'Connor is approximately half way between Judson and Redland. I can attest that this is a very busy part of 1604 and is in need of expansion. There is already major construction to the west where 1604 crosses Interstate 10 and to the east where 1604 crosses Interstate 35. Fortunately, I have discovered alternate routes since moving here two and a half years ago.
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Brazoria - 1939 Brazos River Bridge Demolition
Specwriter replied to ChannelTwoNews's topic in Coastal Prairie and Bay
It is so sad to see bridges like these disappear but a joy to see one preserved and adapted to a new use. As for preserving the steel structure, there are coatings available today that last much longer and have less environmental impact than in the past.- 3 replies
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4.4-Acres For Sale At 9604 South Main St.
Specwriter replied to LarryDierker's topic in Texas Medical Center
That seems like a generous amount of real estate for a convenience store but given the traffic at the Starbuck's it is probably warranted. There is a Quik Trip near my home in San Antonio that is in a less than stellar neighborhood - not unlike this stretch of South Main. The area is not dangerous just a bit run-down looking. It probably had it hey-days in the 1990s or early 2000s. That said, the times I've stopped in the QT it was always clean, wall stocked, and the staff was attentive. By the way, I lived in West U. from the time before the abandoned hotel on this site was demolished until just over two years ago and passed by it occasionally. I've always wondered what would be built here.- 20 replies
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I believe Tucker has two more years on his contract. If he keeps performing as he has Crane will have good reason to give him an extension as well and no excuse not to. Bregman also has two years left on his current contract IIRC.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Drive-Thru - 2808 Caroline St.
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Good use of your "extra" time. Thanks, hindesky. I had a special tour of the Courthouse shortly after its latest renovation (one of those perquisites or being an architect π) and it is a truly magnificent structure.
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Sounds like a good time. Unfortunately, I will not be in town and my valentine will be in another place entirely. I would like to see anyone's review of the evening. Hopefully, Hyatt will have similar events in the future. I haven't been to "Spend"letop since 1980 but I remember it well.
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I believe roadrunners was a good choice and I am pleased to see this happening in my new (as of July 2021) hometown.
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Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. At 1308 Richmond Ave.
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Brings back memories of the "Luv Ya, Blue" days. Go Texans!
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Having dined at Hungry's next to this site and attended Bach Society events at Christ the King Lutheran Church across Rice Blvd. I can attest getting out of the parking lot onto the street can be a challenge at times. Turning left onto Rice? Forget it. Turn right and make the block. π¬
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I sure hope we can shake the home field curse that plagued the team last year, especially during the play-offs. It was just weird.
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I ate at the Hudson House in Addison a little over a year ago. I was in town on business and taken there by a colleague who raved about the place. Everyone is entitled to his or her opinion but it doesn't mean he or she knows good food or decent service for that matter. This place had neither.
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Gene, I should have mentioned the Alabama Theater/Bookstop in context for those who may be new to the city. Thanks for the clarification. I visited the Alabama several times when it was a movie theater and a bookstore. I stopped in Trader Joe's once when it first opened but not since. I cannot say if I ever saw a "picture show" at the Tower Theater though I did see "The Girl in a Swing" starring Meg Tilly at the River Oaks when it was released in 1988.
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What a novel (pardon the pun) idea - a bookstore in an old movie theater. Actually, that should be something very welcome in the Montrose as long as it was not just another Barnes & Noble. It doesn't have to be only new, commercially popular books. I suggest a specialty bookstore like those mentioned in this thread:
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I've always enjoyed Ouisie's Table. It's different from Grace's but IMO on par with that restaurant. I think you might like State of Grace at 3258 Westheimer (aross from Lamar High).
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He will be missed. I hope the Astros can keep him on in some capacity. I believe he has much valuable insight to offer the younger players.
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I like "The highways are concrete, but the boundaries are a bit squishy." but how about "An historic neighborhood with a vibrant evolving character?"