roadrunner Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 (edited) Looks like some dirt is being moved on the empty lot between La Grange and Buffalo Exchange. Does anyone have the scoop? Based on a quick Google search it looks like this was planned to be a Bunkhouse hotel back in 2008, but I'm assuming those plans have been scrapped. Edited January 6, 2018 by roadrunner 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnmcbarnacle Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 This has had so many stops and starts...it was going to be apartments/condos at one point. They put the piers in the ground. That didn't get off the ground and then the San Jose people from Austin were going to put a hotel there. Then most recently Grant Gordon was going to run a restaurant there. He passed away and that was apparently scrapped. It's gotten to the point that I can't remember what was there before... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevfiv Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Latest is new parking lot construction and parking variance by "Elysium 1634 Westheimer, LLP." This is the old site of the long gone Kewpie Cleaners. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadrunner Posted January 21, 2017 Author Share Posted January 21, 2017 So a parking lot? That's too bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swtsig Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 that site would make an excellent boutique hotel... something desperately needed in montrose. damn shame if this becomes a parking lot, even if the parking is needed. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swtsig Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 drove by, asked one of the crew - parking lot for a new restaurant/bar on the back end of the site called Goodnight Charlies. http://txcpa.lookupbook.net/goodnight-charlie-s-llc-houston-tx still would've been better as a boutique hotel but at least it isn't just a parking lot. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadrunner Posted February 20, 2017 Author Share Posted February 20, 2017 Upon further investigation, it appears Buffalo Exchange is moving to a strip center on Shepherd in between W Alabama and Westheimer. There is a variance request in front of the Buffalo Exchange building outlining 2-story retail. Possibly all related? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avossos Posted November 25, 2017 Share Posted November 25, 2017 This development confuses me. Why would the knock down the older building? But it was only like an 80% demolishion? I need to drive by to see for myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_cuevas713 Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 Wait a sec, so all that land fenced off is just what... for parking??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swtsig Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 On 11/26/2017 at 0:20 AM, j_cuevas713 said: Wait a sec, so all that land fenced off is just what... for parking??? iirc the tract with westheimer frontage will be parking with the bar in the back. odd configuration unless they have future plans for the parking lot which is possible i suppose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 (edited) Located across from Poison Girl and next to La Grange - Montrose now has a cool country bar inspired by Gruene Hall! Opened 12/22/17 http://www.houstonpress.com/restaurants/goodnight-charlies-a-houston-honky-tonk-opens-in-montrose-10061085 and https://houston.eater.com/2017/12/22/16809512/houston-goodnight-charlies-opening-december-2017 Edited December 27, 2017 by gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 (edited) This venue is super cool! Really loved going there the other night! Edited December 29, 2017 by gene 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 This thread needs to be renamed to the correct address of 2531 Kuester instead of the westheimer address 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_cuevas713 Posted January 2, 2018 Share Posted January 2, 2018 (edited) Drove by last week. It looks really nice! Edited January 2, 2018 by j_cuevas713 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swtsig Posted January 2, 2018 Share Posted January 2, 2018 nice spot - kinda wish they added an upstairs balcony and a little more patio space. the "shaken or stirred" drinks rule is a little odd, though... i definitely get not wanting to be a craft cocktail spot but not being able to get an old fashioned, bloody mary or martini is a little moo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 that IS odd...didn't realize that rule! wonder if that will eventually change! and heck yeah a balcony area would have been cool, especially for shows! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avossos Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Sooo... what are they doing with the rest of the property? Why was this building demolished in front of it? Why is a section of the building still standing on the west side? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nate4l1f3 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 On 12/27/2017 at 11:35 AM, gene said: This venue is super cool! Really loved going there the other night! Maybe it’s just me but is anyone else annoyed by thread titles with just addresses in the title? I’m sure it’s just my pet peeve, but if we have a name of the business why not just use that as the title? The heights forum is full of them and it’s hard for my little brain to keep track of what addresses match what business. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nate4l1f3 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 2 minutes ago, nate4l1f3 said: Maybe it’s just me but is anyone else annoyed by thread titles with just addresses in the title? I’m sure it’s just my pet peeve, but if we have a name of the business why not just use that as the title? The heights forum is full of them and it’s hard for my little brain to keep track of what addresses match what business. On 12/29/2017 at 1:30 PM, gene said: This thread needs to be renamed to the correct address of 2531 Kuester instead of the westheimer address Sorry, Meant to to quote this reply ^^^ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronTiger Posted January 5, 2018 Share Posted January 5, 2018 7 hours ago, nate4l1f3 said: Maybe it’s just me but is anyone else annoyed by thread titles with just addresses in the title? I’m sure it’s just my pet peeve, but if we have a name of the business why not just use that as the title? The heights forum is full of them and it’s hard for my little brain to keep track of what addresses match what business. Sometimes the business that the address refers to go under (pretty sure I've seen one thread where that happened). Plus, it can be helpful to refer to previous occupants of the property as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nate4l1f3 Posted January 5, 2018 Share Posted January 5, 2018 10 minutes ago, IronTiger said: Sometimes the business that the address refers to go under (pretty sure I've seen one thread where that happened). Plus, it can be helpful to refer to previous occupants of the property as well. Fair. Maybe add the biz name in the tittle along with the address? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadrunner Posted January 6, 2018 Author Share Posted January 6, 2018 Just edited the subject. I had started it prior to knowing what was being built there. They did a good job with the parking lot. I was a little worried but it is an aesthetically pleasing parking lot that doesn't really detract from the street view. Well done. I tried the bar and it's not my thing but I can see it going over well with Aggies, etc. Even if it fails it's a nice structure for whatever would replace it. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nate4l1f3 Posted January 6, 2018 Share Posted January 6, 2018 (edited) Were they charging for parking and if so how much..? I seen they have a machine at the entrance of the lot. Edited January 6, 2018 by nate4l1f3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadrunner Posted January 7, 2018 Author Share Posted January 7, 2018 6 hours ago, nate4l1f3 said: Were they charging for parking and if so how much..? I seen they have a machine at the entrance of the lot. I assume they will but not sure...I walked. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted January 8, 2018 Share Posted January 8, 2018 I agree with the parking setup! now if we could only figure out what in the heck is going on with the remainder of the old buffalo exchange building! haha! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nate4l1f3 Posted January 8, 2018 Share Posted January 8, 2018 5 hours ago, gene said: I agree with the parking setup! now if we could only figure out what in the heck is going on with the remainder of the old buffalo exchange building! haha! The waitress mentioned that they own that site as well. I wanna say she said the owner was doing some sort of wine concept maybe..? I was a few IPAs in so I don’t remember exactly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 haha! well thanks for asking I was hoping they would have a larger outdoor portion for music and events...i wish they would do that with that available space! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_cuevas713 Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 3 hours ago, gene said: haha! well thanks for asking I was hoping they would have a larger outdoor portion for music and events...i wish they would do that with that available space! I doubt that will happen with the chaos surrounding White Oak Music Hall. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 haha yeah that is just craziness...i need to catch up on where all that stands btw! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadrunner Posted June 12, 2018 Author Share Posted June 12, 2018 Great news for the neighborhood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dakota79 Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Great news for that part of Westheimer. On a side note, someone I know got their car broken into while at Good Night Charlies when parked on Ralph. Too bad people don't just work for a living rather than steal! I hope there is enough parking for all of this. Very nice concept, and the developer has a great eye for detail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoustonMidtown Posted November 22, 2018 Share Posted November 22, 2018 Untitled by Houston Midtown, on Flickr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted April 5, 2019 Share Posted April 5, 2019 great article...and man i miss the "old montrose" but still like alot about this new montrose. and this stood out: Portland-based Voodoo Doughnuts just signed a letter of intent to lease one of Davis’ buildings: a two-story house at 1719 Westheimer that’s now an antique shop.🤪🍩‼️ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luminare Posted August 11, 2019 Share Posted August 11, 2019 This one is almost done, at least the exterior. They also went in and repainted the exterior of Biscuit and added complementing bronze awnings. Looks slick. Really wished that since they demoed the old building that they could have moved the new building closer to the street. Oh well. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted August 12, 2019 Share Posted August 12, 2019 I agree it looks amazing and brings so much to this part of Westheimer!!! Did you notice the super cool new sign out by the street!? It says Goodnight Montrose! Did they rename Goodnight Charlies or is this the name of the whole development? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luminare Posted August 12, 2019 Share Posted August 12, 2019 7 hours ago, gene said: I agree it looks amazing and brings so much to this part of Westheimer!!! Did you notice the super cool new sign out by the street!? It says Goodnight Montrose! Did they rename Goodnight Charlies or is this the name of the whole development? The company is called "Good night" Hospitality. I'm assuming they are just putting their name in front and then something else behind it. Seems like a good way to maintain their brand while also keep separation between venues in name. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 (edited) Leslie at Goodnight Hospitality was kind enough to send me this awesome photo...taken before it was completely finished but gives you an idea of how cool this street sign is! Edited August 14, 2019 by gene 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 (edited) and this just opened TODAY in the same (Goodnight Montrose) Development! Montrose Cheese and Wine now OPEN! https://houston.eater.com/2019/8/14/20805396/montrose-cheese-and-wine-open-david-keck-goodnight-hospitality Montrose Cheese & Wine, the newest venture from master sommelier David Keck’s Goodnight Hospitality, kicks open the doors today. The new cheese shop, wine bar, and market is set to debut at 1618 Westheimer Road, occupying an 800 square foot space, according to a press release. The small space is intended to evoke a European salumeria vibe, with custom metal pieces, oiled white oak shelves, and Griotte marble. About 10 seats will be available at the bar for dining in. In addition to the constantly rotating selection of top-notch cheeses that will be on offer, Montrose denizens can also look forward to pastries like Portuguese egg tarts, coffee and espresso drinks from Greenway Coffee, and plenty of upscale pantry additions like Italian dried pasta, olive oil, and professional-quality bar tools. Wine director Ryan Cooper has selected 125 wines for the shop, including uber-trendy natural and organic wines. This is just the first Goodnight Hospitality establishment to debut as part of the group’s planned Montrose takeover. By the end of the month, the group will debut brand new restaurant Rosie Cannonball, and a second, Mediterranean-focused eatery called March is also in the works. Montrose Cheese & Wine is now open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Edited August 14, 2019 by gene 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilcal Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 All I know is that Montrose Cheese & Wine is evidently going to be serving Pasteis de nata, which I've not been able to find an authentic one in Houston, yet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobruss Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 They did a very good job in design and finish. It is clean and solid. I also agree about the siting and parking, but they have done such a good job with the other park- ing lot and rejuvenation of this site that I suppose it can be overlooked. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted August 9, 2022 Share Posted August 9, 2022 Architect - https://www.foxfoxstudio.com "The Goodnight Hospitality group is slated to open the Marigold Club this fall, offering a swanky and upscale dining option in the Montrose area, with art deco decor and a speakeasy-inspired private dining room for guests." https://houston.eater.com/2022/2/7/22914534/goodnight-charlies-open-the-marigold-club-fall 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nate4l1f3 Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 On 8/9/2022 at 4:12 PM, hindesky said: Architect - https://www.foxfoxstudio.com "The Goodnight Hospitality group is slated to open the Marigold Club this fall, offering a swanky and upscale dining option in the Montrose area, with art deco decor and a speakeasy-inspired private dining room for guests." https://houston.eater.com/2022/2/7/22914534/goodnight-charlies-open-the-marigold-club-fall Bummer. Upscale huh? I liked the vibe of goodnight Charlie’s when it was open and was hoping for something casual here. This along with the wine and cheese place next door pisses me off .. O well. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBC2HTX Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 Goodnight Charlie’s was great. It’s a shame they closed it after their old partner skipped town. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iah77 Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 10 hours ago, nate4l1f3 said: Bummer. Upscale huh? I liked the vibe of goodnight Charlie’s when it was open and was hoping for something casual here. This along with the wine and cheese place next door pisses me off .. O well. Why? The wine place is actually very affordable. I swear the owners just use it as a tax write off. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasota Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 Yeah Montrose cheese and wine is pretty chill. I don't see the issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nate4l1f3 Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 I’m just being bitter, y’all. The idea of cheese and wine, and the word upscale being in Montrose is still something I’m not accustomed to. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasota Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 No I get it. I don't think "cheese and wine" is exactly the issue though - Light Years is a good example of a place that still feels like Montrose. Montrose Cheese and Wine is borderline for me - it doesn't have *quite* enough personality. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkultra25 Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 14 hours ago, nate4l1f3 said: I’m just being bitter, y’all. The idea of cheese and wine, and the word upscale being in Montrose is still something I’m not accustomed to. "Weed and beer" Montrose > "Cheese and wine" Montrose 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted January 20 Share Posted January 20 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boop Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Hi hindesky, one question here--what is the general timeline from when the permit is issued (as you posted on Friday) and when the business opens? Is there an average timeline? Just curious when we can anticipate Marigold Club opening and if the building permits are any indication. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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